he stayed at exeter house, full street where he held his ""council of war"". a replica of the room is on display at derby museum in the city centre. he had received misleading information about an army coming to meet him south of derby. although he wished to continue with his quest, he was over-ruled by his fellow officers. he abandoned his invasion at swarkestone bridge on the river trent just a few miles south of derby. as a testament to his belief in his cause, the prince – who on the march from scotland had walked at the front of the column – made the return journey on horseback at the rear of the bedraggled and tired army.