Southwell, The Saracen's Head, Blue Plaque
Title:
King
Military Rank:
General
First Name:
Charles
Last Name:
Stuart
Memorial Type:
Memorial - Plaque
Does the monument still exist?
Yes
Inscription:
CHARLES I and
the CIVIL WAR
On the 5th May 1646 at 7:00 a.m.
Charles I arrived at 'The King's Head'
from Stamford, disguised as a clergyman.
Here he spent his last hours
of freedom before being taken to Kelham
to the Scottish Army Commander.
He was later handed over to
the English Parliamentarian Army.
Allegiance:
Royalist
Condition:
Very Good
Condition Description:
Blue plaque with very little wear.
Memorial Address:
Saracen's Head Hotel and Restaurant, Market Place, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, NG25 0HE
County:
Nottinghamshire
Country:
England
Location within building:
On front wall to right of main entrance.
Geoloation:
SK 70090 53929