1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour
Overview
Choose from a STANDARD TOUR or a PREMIUM TOUR
Both tours are private tours for your group only
STANDARD TOUR - 2-2.5 hours (the events of 1066)
Throughout this tour you will:
- Find out why Harold became King of England
- Discover how the Battle of Hastings unfolded hour by hour and the tactics used by each side
- Stand on the acknowledged position of the Anglo-Saxon shield wall
- Walk the perimeter of the battlefield (weather permitting)
- View the place where King Harold was killed
- View the Abbey ruins
PREMIUM TOUR - 3-3.5 hours (For the Full 1066 Experience)
Everything in the Standard Tour plus a deep-dive into:
- The events leading up to the Battle of Hastings 1002-1066
- The Norman Conquest of England
- The lasting impact of William the Conqueror's victory.
Ideal for visitors seeking a more comprehensive understanding of one of England's most important historical events.
TO BOOK - Select your preferred date then choose - STANDARD or PREMIUM 1066 Guided Tour
What's Included
- Battle Abbey entrance
- Private Local Historian Guide throughout
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting Location
Butter Cross
High Street, Battle TN33 0AE, UK
What To Expect
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Caldbec Hill
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St Mary the Virgin Church
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Battle Abbey and Battlefield
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5526368P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Battle Abbey entrance.
- Private Local Historian Guide throughout.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Battle Abbey entrance
- Private Local Historian Guide throughout
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
