The Normans conquered the area that is now Cumbria in 1092 during the reign of William II and created the baronies of Kendal and Westmorland which were originally distinct jurisdictions with separate sheriffs, but were formed into a single county of Westmorland in 1226/7.
The Normans conquered the area. This area is now Cumbria in 1092 during the reign of William II the baronies of Kendal and Westmorland which were originally distinct jurisdictions with separate sheriffs. This area is now created the baronies of Kendal and Westmorland. These baronies of Kendal and Westmorland were originally distinct jurisdictions with separate sheriffs. The Normans were formed into a single county of Westmorland in 1226/7.