The Rout of Ludford Bridge was a largely bloodless confrontation fought in the early years of the Wars of the Roses. It took place on 12 October 1459, and resulted in a setback for the Yorkists. Although this seemed to be a triumph for the rival Lancastrians at the time, they had thrown away their advantage within six months.
Ludford Bridge with Lower Broad Street leading to Ludlow's Broad Gate.
Richard, Duke of York, portrayed in a stained glass window at St Laurence's Church, Ludlow. The town still bears the House of York's roses in its crest.
Richard Neville, 5th Earl of Salisbury
Richard Neville, 5th Earl of Salisbury KG PC was an English nobleman and magnate based in northern England who became a key supporter of the House of York during the early years of the Wars of the Roses. He was the father of Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick, the "Kingmaker".
Richard Neville, 5th Earl of Salisbury depicted in the Salisbury Roll, c. 1483-1485, with tinctures of Neville arms transposed in error. He displays the arms of Montagu quartering Monthermer in the dexter position of honour.
Richard Neville and Alice Montacute as depicted in the Salisbury Roll, c. 1463.