Days Out in East Sussex

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For a fascinating day out in East Sussex visit the Battlefield and exhibition known for the most famous date in English History - 1066, the year the Normans defeated the English at the Battle of Hastings.

Along the coast visit Pevensey Castle, with its dark dungeons and ghost stories to discover or take a tour of Camber Castle.

 

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1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield

For a memorable family day out in Sussex visit Battle Abbey, set on the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings. It is an enjoyable way to discover more about the most famous date in English history.

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Camber Castle
Camber Castle

Enjoy a family guided tour around this historic castle built by Henry VIII. Camber Castle lies between Rye and Winchelsea. The ruin of an unaltered artillery fort designed to guard the port of Rye.

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Pevensey Castle
Pevensey Castle

With a history stretching back over 16 centuries, Pevensey Castle chronicles more graphically than any other fortress the story of Britain's south coast defences.

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Events : East Sussex

Falconry: Sport of Kings
Falconry: Sport of Kings
Venue: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, East Sussex
Date: Sun 3 & Mon 4 Jun 2012

Marvel at a variety of beautiful birds in free flight, enjoy watching the powerful hawk hunt her quarry and savour the graceful swoops of the noble falcon.
Time Travellers Go... Royal
Time Travellers Go... Royal
Venue: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, East Sussex
Date: Wed 6 - Fri 8 Jun 2012

See if you have what it takes to join the ranks of royalty in our special royal-themed Time Travellers event. Enjoy games and crafts fit for a king or queen and meet some royal characters of times gone by.
The Knights Tournament
The Knights Tournament
Venue: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, East Sussex
Date: Sat 28 & Sun 29 Jul 2012

Marvel at the medieval knights as they take on the ultimate tournament. Fully armoured and ready to do battle, you can watch our knights in hand to hand combat, archery competitions and much more. Who will reign supreme and be the victor?
1066 Battle Tactics for Kids
1066 Battle Tactics for Kids
Venue: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, East Sussex
Date: Wed 1 - Fri 3 Aug 2012

Learn the skills of a Norman or Saxon soldier. Paint your own shield and have a go in the Kids Battle of Hastings!
Have a Go: Archery & Falconry
Have a Go: Archery & Falconry
Venue: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, East Sussex
Date: Sat 4 & Sun 5 Aug 2012

Have a go at the noble art of archery and enjoy two stunning bird of prey displays from expert handlers Raphael Falconry
1066 Battle Tactics for Kids
1066 Battle Tactics for Kids
Venue: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, East Sussex
Date: Mon 6 - Fri 10 Aug 2012

Learn the skills of a Norman or Saxon soldier. Paint your own shield and have a go in the Kids Battle of Hastings!
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