779AD. Aelfwald I, son of Oswulf, grandson of Eadberht Eating, took the throne after banishing Aethelred I, from the kingdom.
During his reign Aelfwald I was opposed by Oswald a supporter of Aethelred I. The opposition only ceased when Osbald fled, like so many before him, to Pictland.
786Ad king aelfwald l received Bishop George at a northumbrian eccesiastical council.
788AD. Aelfwald I was murdered at Chesters by Earldorman Sicga, probably at the instigation of Aethered I and Osbald, and his sons Aelf and Aelfwin took sactuary in York Minster.
Aelfwald was buried inside the church at Hexham and was immediately considered as a Saint. He was succeeded by his cousin Osred..
