History

Battle Abbey and 1066 Battlefield

Battle, South East England

Walk the field where Harold and William fought in 1066 and see the ruined abbey built on the spot.

Cost
Paid
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
3 hours
Battle Abbey and 1066 Battlefield
Antony McCallum · CC BY-SA 3.0

The abbey was built where the Battle of Hastings was fought. A flat walk round the battlefield has audio guides, and you can climb the gatehouse for views. English Heritage run it with a small museum and a cafe.

Open
Check English Heritage for opening days
Getting there
Pay car park in Battle town, short walk
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

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