Follow in the footsteps of William the Conqueror

After one of the bloodiest battles in English history, William the Conqueror was ordered to build the abbey at Battle, Sussex and its ruins stand today as testimony to the area’s medieval heritage.

Take an inclusive audio tour of the battlefield and atmospheric abbey ruins, stand on the exact spot where King Harold is said to have died and learn how the monks lived before Henry VIII ordered the abbey’s dissolution. Enjoy interactive displays at the visitor centre which has hands-on appeal for young and old, and watch the dramatic film which recounts the story of the Battle of Hastings in vivid detail.

After your visit, explore the bustling market town of Battle, whose quirky independent shops, enticing eateries and commercial art galleries make an appealing contrast to the town’s medieval heritage.

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