The Anglo-Saxons did try to resist the Viking Invasions. In 878, the Anglo-Saxon King Alfred defeated the Viking leader, Guthrun at the Battle of Ethandun in Wessex. After the battle the Treaty of Wedmore established Watling Street as a boundary between the two cultures: North East of the road was Danelaw; to the South West the Saxons ruled.

Watling St was an important Roman road running from London to Wroxeter, still used throughout the middle ages and into modern times. The A5 now follows its route. It passes through Towcester and Weedon, running east of Daventry and splitting the county in two: Vikings on one side, Saxons on the other!

Want to see more? Earl's Barton church is a fantastic example of Saxon Architecture.

There are lots of good books on the Anglo-Saxons and the Vikings! Your local library will be able to help.