Sunday 31 July 2011

Bothwell Castle - Combat Re-enactment -1314


There was a mock combat battle today at Bothwell Castle - courtesy of - 'Historic Scotland' - and the - 'Carrick 800' - battle re-enactment society.

Based on the events of the 24 June 1314 - Robert the Bruce - King of Scots - defeated the English Army of Edward II at the Battle of Bannockburn. 

The next day, Edward Bruce - the King’s brother - arrived at the gates of Bothwell Castle to force Bruce to surrender.

And so battle commenced .............. 

This was a really good day out, and the participants were both friendly and helpful throughout the day, and happy to take time to explain their passion for the group. 

 Mock Battle 1314 - Bothwell Castle
 
Historic Scotland - Bothwell Castle 

 Historic Scotland - Bothwell Castle  

 Historic Scotland - Bothwell Castle 

 Mock Battle 1314 - Bothwell Castle

Mock Battle 1314 - Bothwell Castle

More images are available at - www.dougie-coull-photography.co.uk - and are also better resolution.