Witness to Medieval War: The Sawley Hoard and the Great Raid of 1322
Join medieval historian Dr Christopher Tinmouth for a captivating exploration of the Great Raid and its impact on the Ribble Valley.
During the period 1286-1327, Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, raided the North of England to bring Edward II of England into battle, to force him to recognise him as King of Scotland in his own right, owing no allegiance to the King of England. From 1318-1322, Lancashire felt the fires of war, as Scottish armies pillaged and burned everything they could. The Great Raid of 1322, led by Robert the Bruce himself, penetrated the Ribble Valley, and torched the lands of Sawley Abbey. In this time of near constant invasion and economic hardship, with no support from the King of England, Lancashire communities fended for themselves as best they could.
This lecture will investigate the Pendleton and Sawley Hoards, discovered by the Ribble Valley Metal Detecting Club in 2017, and what they can tell us about this turbulent period in Lancashire's mediaeval history. The Sawley Hoard is currently on display as part of the Hidden Hoards & Fascinating Finds exhibition at Clitheroe Castle Museum, which closes on Sunday 8 March. Don’t miss your chance to combine the talk with a visit to see this remarkable hoard before the exhibition ends!
Booking essential. £6.00 per person including refreshments and a free pass to visit the museum (you will receive your free pass on arrival to be used within 30 days). Doors open 11.10am for an 11.30am start. Follow the link to book your place: LCC Events
Clitheroe Castle Museum is managed by Lancashire County Council's Museum Service on behalf of Ribble Valley Borough Council.