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Shittleheugh Bastle in Otterburn, England

Shittleheugh Bastle is a well-preserved 16th-century, Grade II listed example of a fortified two-story farmhouse. Shittleheugh Bastle was constructed during a period of frequent border conflicts and raids carried out by the much-feared Border Reivers. The Border Reivers plagued the area between Scotland and England during the 16th and 17th centuries. As a result, many landowners felt the need t…

Atlas ObscuraMay 15

Battle of Otterburn Memorial in Otterburn, England

The Battle of Otterburn took place between the English and the Scots in 1388 , at a time when Scotland and England were regularly involved in conflict. It took place between the forces of the Earl of Douglas and Earl of Murray (Scots) and the forces of the Earl of Westmorland and Earl of Northumberland (English) including Northumberland's two sons, Harry Hotspur and Sir Ralph Percy, who were di…

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Battle of Otterburn MemorialSightmonument and information boards
Otterburn HallSightre-used stone from fireplace
Battle of OtterburnPlaceThe Battle of Otterburn, also known as the Battle of Chevy Chase, took place according to Scottish sources on 5 August…
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