1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour

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2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Choose from a STANDARD TOUR or a PREMIUM TOUR
Both tours are private tours for your group only

STANDARD TOUR - 2-2.5 hours (the events of 1066)
Throughout this tour you will:
- Find out why Harold became King of England
- Discover how the Battle of Hastings unfolded hour by hour and the tactics used by each side
- Stand on the acknowledged position of the Anglo-Saxon shield wall
- Walk the perimeter of the battlefield (weather permitting)
- View the place where King Harold was killed
- View the Abbey ruins

PREMIUM TOUR - 3-3.5 hours (For the Full 1066 Experience)
Everything in the Standard Tour plus a deep-dive into:
- The events leading up to the Battle of Hastings 1002-1066
- The Norman Conquest of England
- The lasting impact of William the Conqueror's victory.

Ideal for visitors seeking a more comprehensive understanding of one of England's most important historical events.

TO BOOK - Select your preferred date then choose - STANDARD or PREMIUM 1066 Guided Tour

What's Included

Battle Abbey entrance
Private Local Historian Guide throughout
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point

The tour ends inside the Abbey leaving you free to further explore the exhibits and grounds independently.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    We stop at a vantage point to view Caldbec Hill, where the Anglo-Saxon army camped the night before the battle.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This church was founded by the Abbey monks in 1115. See how the church evolved throughout the Middle Ages View the interior and see the original font (this may not be possible if a service is in progress)

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Battle Abbey and Battlefield

    This forms the bulk of the tour and includes: The events of the year 1066 - why there were 4 Kings, 2 invasions and 3 battles The death of Harold An explanation of battle tactics used by both sides See the spot where King Harold was killed. View the abbey ruins.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by 1066 Historian Guided Tours

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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