Fotheringhay: The Execution Site of Mary Queen of Scots
Fotheringhay is a small village in Northamptonshire, England, which was the site of the execution of Mary Queen of Scots in 1587. The village is located about 6 miles (9.7 km) southwest of Oundle and 12 miles (19.3 km) north of Peterborough.
Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned for many years before her execution, and she was eventually brought to Fotheringhay Castle, which was owned by the Earl of Northumberland, to be tried and executed for treason. The trial was held in the Great Hall of the castle, and Mary was found guilty and sentenced to death. She was executed on February 8, 1587, outside the castle walls, where a scaffold had been erected specifically for the purpose.
Today, Fotheringhay is a small village with a population of less than 200 people. The castle no longer exists, but there is a memorial to Mary Queen of Scots in the village church, which is dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paul. The memorial features a stained glass window depicting Mary and a plaque commemorating her execution. Visitors can also see the remains of the castle's walls and foundations, which are located in a field just outside the village.
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