Battle Abbey

Battle Abbey The most famous date in England's history, at the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings. See the historic battle brought to life in our exhibition centre.
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Walk where the opposing armies fought on the battlefield walk. Explore the remains of the abbey, commissioned after the battle in memory of the thousands of soldiers who lost their lives. Discover the tranquility of the Duchess of Cleveland's walled garden. Posts by Matt & The site team


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If the summer is getting overwhelming, no need so worry! We have a specially designed family room if you need a quiet ar...
30/08/2026

If the summer is getting overwhelming, no need so worry! We have a specially designed family room if you need a quiet area to relax with young children.

Look who’s keeping an eye on you whilst visiting Battle Abbey 👀Across our site there’s a handful of secret grotesques st...
26/08/2026

Look who’s keeping an eye on you whilst visiting Battle Abbey 👀
Across our site there’s a handful of secret grotesques striking a silly pose.
Not to be confused with gargoyles (that are carved specifically to drain water away from a building), these grotesques are mythical or exaggerated figures carved into walls of a building out of stone.

25/08/2026

It’s almost the end of the summer holidays… Did members remember to pick up their free kids bags with a £10 spend in the cafe? If not, there is still time! Keep your little ones fed during a busy day out 🍏

The Great British Summer continues until the 6th September, so there’s still plenty of time for you to show off your mos...
23/08/2026

The Great British Summer continues until the 6th September, so there’s still plenty of time for you to show off your most regal poses!

Our sister site, Pevensey Castle, are hosting a delightful event this weekend so go and check it out! What a wonderful w...
19/08/2026

Our sister site, Pevensey Castle, are hosting a delightful event this weekend so go and check it out!
What a wonderful way to enjoy the summer ☀️

Were you lucky enough to get tickets to see The Bayeaux Tapestry at the British Museum? Before the exhibition opens, exp...
17/08/2026

Were you lucky enough to get tickets to see The Bayeaux Tapestry at the British Museum? Before the exhibition opens, explore a key site in the story.

From the drama of 1066 to the peace of a ruined abbey, there’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy. Our Great British Summer event is running over the school holidays, with fairground games, circus skills and sports day! Now’s the perfect time to bring those little historians to explore.

With your Bayeaux Tapestry ticket, you can enjoy entry to Battle Abbey for just £10.66 for adults, and £5.33 for children.

Terms and conditions apply: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/1066-battle-of-hastings-abbey-and-battlefield/battle-abbey-british-museum-offer-terms-and-conditions/

We have gone to drastic measures to keep cool during the extreme weather…. Snacking on ice cream and
16/08/2026

We have gone to drastic measures to keep cool during the extreme weather…. Snacking on ice cream and

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