Commemorative plaque 9707

This blue commemorative plaque records: Bishopwearmouth Panns. A Scottish Army camped here during the Civil War, occupying Sunderland, unopposed, from 1644-47 for the Parliamentary cause. The army overcame the Marquis of Newcastle's Royalist forces in a series of battles, notably at Offerton, Hylton and South Shields. Recorded plaque organisation: Sunderland City Council.

Bishopwearmouth Panns was occupied by a Scottish Army supporting the Parliamentary cause during the Civil War from 1644-47; this army played a crucial role in overcoming Royalist forces led by the Marquis of Newcastle through several significant battles.