Private Tour

1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

This tour offers a private local historian guide throughout. You will learn the complete story of the 1066 conflict including the reasons why the succession was disputed, the invasions of Harald Hardrada and William of Normandy as well as full details of the battle of Hastings with information on battle tactics, weapons used and armour.

You will stand at the acknowledged position of the Saxon shield wall and walk the perimeter of the battlefield before viewing the position that Harold fell.

You will also learn what happened in the days and months after the battle before William was crowned King on 25th December 1066.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Battle Abbey entrance

Private Local Historian Guide throughout

Coffee and/or Tea

What To Expect

We stop at a vantage point to view Caldbec Hill, where the Anglo-Saxon army camped the night before the battle. Here you will learn the background to the conflict.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

St Mary the Virgin Church

This church was founded by the Abbey monks in 1102. We will take a look inside the church unless there is a service in progress.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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