The forces of Hardrada and Tostig now clash with the armies of Edwin and Morcar. The confrontation takes place at a location between the river Ouse and Germany Beck. The reeds indicate that the ground is marsh land. The battle of Fulford began at 11.15 am on the vigil of the feast day of St. Matthew. In the Domesday Book Fulford is referred to Foleford and Fuletrop.