Bronze plaque № 29919

This bronze commemorative plaque records: The Manor of Northstead held by Richard III stood on this site. Stewardship of the Manor disqualifies a Member of Parliament and, like the Stewardship of the Chiltern Hundreds, may be awarded to a Member who wishes to resign. The plaque was unveiled by Lord Martin Fitzalan-Howard of Brockfield Hall, York to mark the visit of Richard III to Scarborough in June 1484 to review his fleet and subsequently grant a charter to the town. 3rd June 1984. ‘loyalty binds me’ Recorded plaque organisation: Scarborough Borough Council.

Richard III held the Manor of Northstead, which is significant as it highlights his local governance and influence; the stewardship of such manors has historical importance in parliamentary procedure as it can be used as a pretext for resignation from Parliament.