Events

The Norman Conquest: Pevensey and Battle Abbey

Sunday 18th October 2026

Join Julian Humphrys for a visit to Pevensey Castle, the probable landing site of the Norman army in 1066, followed by an exploration of the site of the Battle of Hastings and the Abbey founded there to commemorate the Norman victory.

Meet 11.00am at the Pevensey Castle car park (BN24 5LE) for a visit to the castle which boasts remains from Roman times to the Second World War. We will then drive to Battle where after a break for lunch we will explore the scene of the fighting before looking at the Abbey that William the Conqueror founded on the site of his victory.

This event is free for members (£15 for non-members) Admission charges to Pevensey Castle and Battle Abbey will apply to non-members of English Heritage

For further information.

• Contact name : julian humphrys
• Contact email : heritagetours@hotmail.co.uk
• Contact phone : 07930432444