Battle of Heptonstall 1643
Marker: recorded battle location (no official boundary).
Key facts
| Date (year) | 1643 | Wikidata P585 point in time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 17th century | derived |
| Period | Civil Wars | derived |
| Country | England | derived |
| Participants | Cavalier | Wikidata |
About the battle
The Battle of Heptonstall occurred in November 1643 during the First English Civil War at Hebden Bridge and Heptonstall, Yorkshire. During the battle, Colonel Bradshaw, a Parliamentarian commander fended off an attack by Sir Francis Mackworth and the Royalists.
Visiting the battlefield
Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 53.7420, -2.0133
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Battle location from Wikidata (CC0).
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