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Over the next few years, 1066 Country will be bursting with opportunities to see where the stories behind the tapestry unfolded and discover the places where history was made.
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Hastings
The Hastings Embroidery is back on display at Hastings Town Hall for the first time in many years.
It was crafted in 1966 to mark the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings and it is being exhibited to coincide with the Bayeux Tapestry…
Bohemia Road, Hastings
Discover a rare glimpse into the story behind one of the world’s most famous works of medieval art at Bayeux Around Britain: Casting a Masterpiece, on display at Hastings Museum & Art Gallery.
As the first stop in a nationwide British Museum…
West Hill, Hastings
Step beyond the famous events of 1066 and discover the rich history, folklore and stories of Hastings Castle with local guide and castle key holder, Urs. Running throughout the summer on weekends, these engaging tours offer a fascinating…
Battle
The one and only Battle of Hastings re-enactment takes place on the very spot where King Harold and Duke William fought in 1066. Don't miss 300 reenactors recreate the drama and intensity of this legendary conflict.
Winchelsea
October 14th marks the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, arguably one of the most significant days in English history. The resultant Norman Conquest ended nearly 500 years of Anglo-Saxon rule, shifting England's political, cultural and…
Bohemia Road, Hastings
Join Inroads Productions and writer Sarah Clifford for a series of free creative writing workshops inspired by the story, themes and legacy of the Bayeux Tapestry.
Taking inspiration from this iconic medieval masterpiece, currently on display…
Winchelsea
October 14th marks the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, arguably one of the most significant days in English history. The resultant Norman Conquest ended nearly 500 years of Anglo-Saxon rule, shifting England's political, cultural and…
Bohemia Road, Hastings
Join award-winning poet Martin Kiszko, known as the UK’s “Green Poet”, for a unique creative workshop inspired by his book Bayeux Tapestry: The Epic Poem - the first epic poem to retell the story of the Bayeux Tapestry in verse.
Perfect for…
Hastings
Step back nearly 1,000 years this October half-term and discover the story of 1066 through a day of family-friendly creativity, exploration and play at Hastings Contemporary.
Inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry and the events leading up to the…
Winchelsea
October 14th marks the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, arguably one of the most significant days in English history. The resultant Norman Conquest ended nearly 500 years of Anglo-Saxon rule, shifting England's political, cultural and…
Winchelsea
October 14th marks the 960th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, arguably one of the most significant days in English history. The resultant Norman Conquest ended nearly 500 years of Anglo-Saxon rule, shifting England's political, cultural and…
Visit the site of one of the most famous battles in England's history – the 1066 Battle of…
Step beyond the famous events of 1066 and discover the rich history, folklore and stories of…
Work is under way to give the 1066 Country Walk a makeover. The 31 mile route starts at Pevensey…
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