Key Families & Personnel

A Short History of the De Warennes of Sandal

From the 1070’s to 1347, the De Warenne’s – Earls of Surrey – were the owners and builders of Sandal Castle.  We are extremely grateful to Sharon Bennett-Connolly for providing a short history of the family and their key achievements. Please click on the link above to read it.

De Lacy Ancestry

The De Lacys were the lords of Pontefract Castle from soon after the Battle of Hastings until, effectively, the death of Thomas of Lancaster in 1322. Click on the link above to see the family tree.

Thomas Earl of Lancaster

Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, was one of the great nobles of medieval England. Click on the link above to see his family tree.

Wars of the Roses Family Trees

The Wars of the Roses was the major historical event of 15th century England, having significant ramifications at home and abroad. Click on the link above to see the family trees that show the Houses of Lancaster and York, as well as the individual ancestry of the two warring dynasties.