Scotland's Medieval History

having seen the invasion of the Vikings, Normans and Irish tribes, Scotland began its troublesome relationship with its southern neighbour. England's troubles with France led us into an alliance that provided mixed fortunes. Great leaders such as William Wallace and Robert the Bruce (above) led Scotland in overwhelming victories over England at Stirling and Bannockburn, however these victories were matched by many crushing defeats such as those at Falkirk and Halidon Hill.

Despite this there were some brighter moments in these otherwise dark ages - St Andrews University was founded and soon followed by Aberdeen and Edinburgh - so beginning Scotland's reputation as a place of great learning. Also its relationship with the Danes improved as Orkney and Shetland returned to Scotland once again.

Medieval Scotland Articles

1098 Magnus Barefoot Lands in the Western Isles
1263 Battle of Largs
1295 The 'Auld alliance'
1297 Battle of Stirling Bridge
1298 Battle of Falkirk
1306 Murder of the 'Red Comyn'
1306 Coronation of Robert the Bruce
1314 Battle of Bannockburn
1320 Declaration of Arbroath
1333 Battle of Halidon Hill
1388 Battle of Otterburn
1411 Battle of Harlaw
1412 St Andrews University Founded
1437 Murder of James I
1468 Orkney & Shetland Returned to Scotland
1488 Battle of Sauchieburn

Feature Historical Articles

The Clan System

This three part feature article was recenly serialised on our E-mail newsletter. This new feature traces the history of the Scottish clan system from it's prehistoric beginnings.
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