Beyond Brighton
Battle Abbey and Battlefield
English Heritage
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Image courtesy of © Tilman2007 · CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout Battle Abbey and Battlefield
At Battle, William the Conqueror’s Normans met King Harold’s English army in 1066; William founded the abbey soon afterwards, reportedly where Harold died. Walk the battlefield with the audio tour and climb the gatehouse roof for the views. Battle is about 1 h 40 from Brighton by train, with one change (National Rail).
Why it's on our list
- 1066
- Gatehouse rooftop
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Battle Abbey and Battlefield before you go.