Battle Abbey, Benedictine monastery ruins in East Sussex, England
The remaining structures of Battle Abbey stand on Senlac Hill, featuring intact gates, walls, and living quarters from medieval construction periods.
William the Conqueror established this monastery in 1094 at the location where King Harold fell during the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
The abbey grounds host annual reenactments of the Battle of Hastings, drawing participants who demonstrate medieval warfare and Norman-Saxon conflicts.
English Heritage maintains the site, offering audio tours, educational exhibitions, and access to preserved monastic buildings throughout the year.
The high altar of the abbey church marks the exact spot where King Harold of England lost his life during the decisive Norman invasion.
Location: Battle
Inception: 1067
Website: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/1066-battle-of-hastings-abbey-and-battlefield/
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/1066-battle-of-hastings-abbey-and-battlefield
GPS coordinates: 50.91500,0.48583
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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