Lumphanan (/ lʌmˈfænən / lum-FAN-ən; Scottish Gaelic: Lann Fhìonain) is a village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland located 25 miles (40 km) from Aberdeen and 10 miles (16 km) from Banchory. Lumphanan is documented to be the site of the Battle of Lumphanan of 1057 AD, where Malcolm III of Scotland defeated Macbeth of Scotland.

The Battle of Lumphanan was fought on 15 August 1057, between Macbeth, King of Scots, and the future King Malcolm III. Macbeth would die from wounds sustained in the battle, which came after his defeat at the battle of Dunsinane in 1054.

Lumphanan's recent history can be seen in its traditional buildings, churches, manses and former railway structures. Our surroundings reveal features in the landscape which tell a fascinating earlier history.

Click on the links below to meet some of the past residents of Lumphanan, learn a little more about how the area was shaped through time and the hard work of past inhabitants. Over time, we’ll share stories of families or individuals who lived and worked in the Lumphanan area.

Take a journey back in time and experience the layers of history in the Lumphanan landscape. With stunning views and intriguing green lanes, ruins and historic monuments, this truly is an area of outstanding character.

Aug 15, 2019 · The Battle of Lumphanan began when a small band of Macbeth's retainers, 300-450 mounted warriors and the former King Macbeth were ambushed as they were on the march south by Prince Malcolm's army near or at the Peelring of Lumphanan, southeast of Essie.

Discover links to the Wars of Independence at the Peel Ring of Lumphanan, the site of an early timber castle. Visit the site today or contact Historic Environment Scotland for more information.

Aug 15, 2016 · Macbeth, then known as the King of Alba, was killed, having drawn his retreating forces north to make a last stand against the combined Scottish-Scandinavian army of Prince Malcolm Canmore. According to tradition, the battle took place near the Peel of Lumphanan in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.

Lumphanan, battle of, 1057. On 15 August 1057 Malcolm Canmore defeated and killed Macbeth. The version given in Shakespeare's play runs together several encounters in different places. Source for information on Lumphanan, battle of: The …

Aug 15, 2012 · The Battle of Lumphanan pitted Macbeth’s armed retainers, perhaps numbering only 200-400 warriors, against the combined strength of likely over a 1000 warriors led by Prince Malcolm Canmore and Siward the Earl of Northumbria, near or at the 'Peelring' of Lumphanan.