Battle of Gwernesgof 1257
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Key facts
| Date (year) | 1257 | Wikidata P585 point in time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 13th century | derived |
| Period | Norman & medieval | derived |
| Country | Wales | derived |
| War / conflict | Norman Invasion of Wales | Wikidata |
About the battle
Battle at Gwernesgob, Powys, in 1257 between Welsh and Anglo-Norman forces. (Wikidata description, reviewed and corrected; sources: Wikidata Q61268425 (RCAHMW Inventory reference))
Visiting the battlefield
Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 52.5190, -3.1473
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Nearby battlefields
- Relief of Montgomery Castle 1644 · 5 km
- Battle of Old Domen 1095 · 6 km
- Battle of Dolfrowyn Castle 1277 · 8 km
- Battle of Ceri 1228 · 8 km
- Battle of Nantcriba 1263 · 10 km
- Battle of Powis Castle 1274 · 15 km
Other battles of the Norman Invasion of Wales
- Battle of Rhymney 1071
- Battle of Rhuddlan Castle 1075
- Battle of Aberllech 1086
- Battle of Brecon 1093
- Battle of Clastbirig 1095
- Battle of Old Domen 1095
- Battle of Gelli Carnant 1096
- Battle of Anglesey Sound 1098
- Battle of Crug Mawr 1136
- Battle of Llwchwr 1136
All battles of the Norman Invasion of Wales →
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Further reading
- Battle of Gwernesgof on Battlefields of the World (the battle in world context, with others of its war worldwide)
- Wikidata Q61268425
- The Inventory of Historic Battlefields in Wales (RCAHMW): search for this battle