The Nevilles were a powerful family, who held substantial estates and titles, including the Earldom of Westmorland.
Category: Norman
Tamworth Castle
Tamworth Castle, has known origins that trace back to Anglo-Saxon times when it served as a residence for the Mercian kings. The castle’s strategic importance was highlighted during the Viking invasions, leading to its abandonment.
Jun 10
The Knights Templar
The Knights Templar, an order of warrior monks founded in the 12th century, had a significant presence in Yorkshire, England. They were known as formidable fighters during the Crusades and were recognized by their distinctive white mantles with a red cross.
Bolton Hall, Wensleydale
Bolton Hall, a stately country house in the Yorkshire Dales, has a rich history that intertwines with the broader narrative of the region. The current Bolton Hall was constructed in the late 17th century, specifically in 1678, for Charles Paulet, the 1st Duke of Bolton, as a reward from King William III for his support during the Glorious Revolution.
Earthworks at Bellerby, Leyburn
Bellerby, a charming village nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, England, boasts a rich tapestry of history that dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as “Belgebi” – a name derived from Old Norse, meaning “Berg’s farmstead or clearing.”
St Michael & All Angels, Downholme
The history of St Michael & All Angels in Downholme is woven through the centuries.
May 29
The Cistercians in North Yorkshire
The Cistercian order made a significant mark on the religious landscape of medieval Europe, particularly in North Yorkshire. Whilst he first Cistercian house in Britain was established at Waverley in 1128, but it was the foundation of Rievaulx Abbey in 1132 that truly signified the order’s establishment in the region.
Ellerton Abbey
Ellerton Abbey, nestled in the picturesque landscape of North Yorkshire, holds a rich tapestry of history that intertwines with the broader narratives of England’s past.
Marrick Priory
Marrick Priory, a historic gem nestled in the Yorkshire Dales, has a rich history that dates back to the 12th century.
St Michael’s Church Kirklington
St Michael’s Church at Kirklington stems from prior to the Norman Period and has ghosts of an even earlier period in the form of the various carved heads found inside and outside the church.
