Tickets hereCelebrate the 950th anniversary of the event that transformed England’s culture and heritage, as told by those that were there at the time. Everyone thinks they know the story of how our Harold (the Good Guy!) was so unfairly felled by an arrow in the eye by the Wicked William! But is that really what happened? And did the battle really take place at Battle?
The Art Fund welcomes Professor Gale Owen-Crocker (“In the field of Anglo-Saxon studies she stands as one of the greats.”) to St Mary in the Castle. She will provide us with an illustrated guide to this most extraordinary record of the founding of our nation. She will show evidence of what life was like in the 11th century and go on to highlight the ambiguities left by the designer in order to please both their new Norman rulers whilst, at the same time, managing to show a residual loyalty to their former Anglo-Saxon ones; and she will describe how they managed to make such a magnificent embroidery.
Tickets holders will also have a chance to view a full size replica of the Bayeux Tapestry (more than 70 yards!) on display in the crypt of the old church. This has been crafted in steel mosaics by New Zealander, Michael Linton, and shipped over from NZ to be displayed here during this 950th anniversary year, entry to see the exhibition is free with your ticket.
Tickets (£15) available here
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