Archaeologists discover evidence of the 1066 Battle of Stamford Bridge near Low Catton
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Archaeologists discover evidence of the 1066 Battle of Stamford Bridge near Low Catton

15 Sep 2026 · Originally published 15 Sep 2026 8/10 Original headline: Groundbreaking documentary reveals actual location of Battle of Stamford Bridge
Metal detectorists have unearthed 11th-century weaponry, including spearheads and mail armour, near an old Roman bridge a mile south of the traditionally accepted site. This discovery provides the first physical evidence of the battlefield, helping historians pinpoint where King Harold Godwinson defeated the Viking army in 1066.
Source: Yorkshire Post East Riding Of Yorkshire
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