Dorset in the English Civil War
# Dorset in the English Civil War

Dorset was a significant area in the English Civil War. Significant sieges include those at Corfe Castle and Sherborne Castle.

## Background

Dorset was majority Royalist, except for in Lyme Regis and in Poole.

## 1642

The Battle of Babylon Hill was fought at Babylon Hill in 1642, but the conflict was inconclusive.

## 1643

Mary Bankes was a Royalist who defended Corfe Castle from a three-year siege inflicted by the parliamentarians.

Portland Castle was captured by a group of Royalists who gained access by pretending to be Parliamentary soldiers.

## 1644

The Siege of Lyme Regis was an eight-week blockade of Lyme Regis.

## 1645

The Battle of Weymouth took place.

