The Battle of Edington

What was the Battle of Edington?

In 878, Alfred the Great defeated the Viking army under Guthrum at the Battle of Edington. This major victory started the Saxon re-conquest of England.

When was the Battle of Edington?

The Battle of Edington took place in 878.

Who fought at the Battle of Edington?

The Battle of Edington was fought between the Saxons, led by Alfred the Great, and the Vikings, led by Guthrum.

What happened at the Battle of Edington?

There are 3 main events of the Battle of Edington:

• ❖ After the success of the Great Heathen Army, only the Saxon kingdom of Wessex remained unconquered.
• ❖ King Alfred of Wessex was nearly defeated in 877-878, and went into hiding.
• ❖ From his hiding place, Alfred sent messages to his followers, and managed to raise a large army, which he then led against the Viking king Guthrum.
• ❖ The two armies met at Edington in 878. Alfred's Saxon army won a great victory, and King Guthrum later surrendered.