In 1536 John , 8th Baron Scrope supported the Pilgrimage of Grace rebellion against the religious reforms of King Henry VIII and gave Adam Sedbar , Abbot of Jervaulx sanctuary in the castle . In consequence John Scrope had to flee to Skipton pursued by the King 's men but Abbot Sedbar was caught and executed . In retribution the king ordered Bolton castle to be torched , causing extensive damage . Within a few years , some of the damage had been repaired and Sir John had regained his seat in Parliament
Pilgrimage of Grace
Pilgrimage of Grace
Bolton Castle