827 The Heptarchy united under Egbert, king of England.
843 Kenneth Macalpine first king of Scotland.
849 Alfred, King of England, born; 872 ascends the throne; 901 dies. This monarch rescued his country from the power of the Danes; encouraged learning and religion; enacted wise laws, and laid the foundation of the naval power of Britain.
853 Tithes of all England granted to the church.
856 The English crown first disposed of by will.
862 Winchester burnt by the Danes.
867 The monasteries ravaged by the Danes.
886 Ships first built to secure the coasts. Learning restored at Oxford, by Alfred the Great.
890 Brick and stone first used in building. Time calculated by wax candles marked.
897 A plague happened which caused great desolation among the inhabitants.