War of the Roses - 1455

Nutley Common was an open area designated for grazing livestock, vital to Nutley’s agricultural economy. Access to commons was sometimes regulated, and during wartime, such lands could be a point of contention if one faction sought to control resources. The common played an important role in supporting the livelihood of villagers and was therefore strategically significant.

Expansive grassy field dotted with scattered herds of livestock, bordered by thick woods under a clear blue sky, with pathways worn by villagers leading to distant cottages.