Wigod facts for kids

Wigod (sometimes spelled Wigot) was an important English leader in the 1000s. He was a Saxon thegn, which means he was a powerful lord or noble, in the town of Wallingford. Wigod was also a relative of King Edward the Confessor.

Wigod's Role in the Norman Conquest

After the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066, William the Conqueror and his Norman army invaded England. William tried to reach London, but he was stopped at the River Thames.

How Wigod Helped William

Wigod invited William to his town of Wallingford. This was a very important moment! At Wallingford, William was able to cross the River Thames. This help from Wigod was a big part of William's success in taking over England.

Wigod's Power and Wealth

The Domesday Book, which was a huge survey of England made by William, shows that Wigod was a very powerful person in 1066. He was listed as both a lord and an "overlord" in many different places. This means he owned or controlled a lot of land and had many people working for him.

Wigod's Family and What Happened Next

Wigod had a daughter named Ealdgyth. She married Robert D'Oyly, who was one of William the Conqueror's own lords.

The New Lord of Wallingford

When Wigod passed away, Robert D'Oyly became the new lord of Wallingford. This shows how the Normans, like Robert, took over important positions in England after the conquest.

Wigod's Son

Wigod also had a son named Tokig (or Toking). Sadly, Tokig died in battle while fighting to support William the Conqueror.