Alfred the Great, Hyde Abbey, Ealhswith, and Edward the Elder white plaque

This white commemorative plaque records: Site of Hyde Abbey 1110 burial place of Alfred The Great, his queen and their son Edward The Elder

King Alfred the Great, ruler of Wessex, is remembered for his victories against Viking invaders and his contributions to education and law; Hyde Abbey was founded in 7th century and became the burial site of Alfred, his wife Ealhswith, and their son King Edward the Elder, who continued Alfred's work of unifying England.