What is a registered battlefield?

A registered battlefield is an area of historic significance where important battles took place. Where they survive, these landscapes can provide important topographical and archaeological evidence to increase our understanding of momentous events, many of which may have been turning points in English History.

Planning

The Register of Historic Battlefields brings no additional statutory controls, but requires their consideration within planning policies.

Locations

There are two registered battlefields within Northamptonshire, at Northampton (dated 1461) and Naseby (dated 1645). (Links open interactive mapping in new window.)

Further information

For further information on individual Registered Battlefields, including the formal Register description please email her@northamptonshire.gov.uk.