Blue Plaque at The Saracen's Head, Southwell

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.