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1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
Open daily, 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4pm)
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Address
High Street, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0AE
Book advance tickets and save 15%
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From the drama of 1066 to the peace of a ruined abbey, there’s plenty for the whole family at Battle Abbey, the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings.
William the Conqueror’s Norman invaders met King Harold’s English army in this very place. Discover the story of the famous battle for yourself with interactive displays in the visitor centre. Then, accompanied by an audio tour, you can see where the Normans advanced against the English, and walk the battlefield, hunting out dramatic wooden figures.
The abbey was founded by William soon after the conquest, said to be in the exact spot where King Harold died. You can explore its ruins then climb to the gatehouse rooftop for panoramic views. Inside the gatehouse, an exhibition explores stories from the abbey’s history.
There’s a big café near the gatehouse, next to a fun children’s playground inspired by the site’s history.
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield has been awarded a Gold Green Impact Award.
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Things to See and Do
Get Your questions answered
Start at the Visitor Centre
Walk the 1066 Battlefield
Explore Abbey Ruins
Visit the Gatehouse Exhibition
Stroll the Walled Garden
Investigate the Ice House
Take part in the Folktale Creature Trail
Stop for a coffee
The sights and sounds of Battle Abbey
Watch drone footage from Battle Abbey before you plan your visit.
Battle Abbey on the English Heritage Podcast
Discover more about the events and people behind the Battle of Hastings.
What's On
Sat 23 - Sun 31 May 2026
10am - 5pm
Mon 25 May 2026
11am - 12 noon
Tue 26 May 2026
11am - 12 noon
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