Saturday 20 April 2019

A short holiday near Hexham

We have just returned from a few days on holiday in the North east of England.  Our hotel was near Hexham and it was an interesting town to visit.  Disappointingly I was unable to find any books or pamphlets on the Wars of the Roses battle which took place nearby, but there were some items of interest in the Priory.


This is the tombstone of a first century Roman cavalry standard bearer which was found  when work was being carried out on the priory in 1881.

There are memorials to Sir Gilbert de Umfreville (1245-1307)




and Thomas of Tynedale (14th century)


The major historical feature of the area is of course Hadrian's Wall and we were close to Chesters Fort.  Their museum has a few exhibits illustrating legionary dress and life.




A military diploma issued after 25 years service


On a trip to Newcastle I was able to spot a surviving stretch of the town walls.



It is well worth visiting this area, it has  stunning scenery and masses of historical sites.
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4 comments:

  1. Norm20 April 2019 at 20:26

    We were there last year and it is a great jumping off point to nearby historic sights. I picked up the Hadrian's Cavalry book from the Vindolanda site.

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  2. wargame amateur26 April 2019 at 13:08

    Hello Norman
    The Chesters garrison were cavalry, an ala of Asturians. Although other units were also there from time to time.

    Regards

    David

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  3. Duc de Gobin27 April 2019 at 22:40

    Great pics and commentary.
    Now I know where to go during next NE England business trip :)

    By the way - many thanks for the 'Providence' OOB and map that you put up many moons ago.
    We just got the game in, and have referred to your blogposts - see here for more -

    warfareintheageofcynicsandamateurs.blogspot.com/2019/04/providence-awi-with-field-of-battle.html

    Thanks again
    D

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    1. wargame amateur28 April 2019 at 15:40

      Hello D

      Followed the link and read the very interesting report on your "Battle of Providence".
      Many thanks for the mention of my blog.

      Regards

      David

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