Battle Of Shrewsbury Medieval weekend

Battle Of Shrewsbury Medieval weekend

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Learn about the Battle Of Shrewsbury at this spectacular Medieval reenactment event.

The Battle of Shrewsbury was a battle fought during the Wars of the Roses in 1403. It was fought between the forces of King Henry IV of England and the rebel forces led by Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland, and his son, Henry "Hotspur" Percy. The battle ended in a victory for King Henry IV, who was able to defeat the rebel forces and maintain his hold on the throne. The battle was one of the key events of the Wars of the Roses, and was notable for the death of Hotspur, who was one of the main leaders of the rebellion.

 

What you can expect:

  • Battle reenactment
  • Living history camp
  • Historical market
  • and more

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27 Jul 2024 - 28 Jul 2024
10:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Free

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