The main strategic obstacle in this battle was a small river that needed to be crossed. The British cavalry crossed the river first with the infantry behind, moving much slower. Colonel Picton noticed, upon crossing the river, that the French were attempting to move some howitzers on top of a small hill nearby. Sensing an opportunity, Picton charged. The enemy was crushed, but seeing reinforcements approaching Picton retreated back to the river.

Once across the river, the British infantry lined up in battle order. Once discipline had been restored, they approached the farmhouse and crushed the defending French forces. Picton's cavalry cleaned up a few stragglers.