Bodiam before Bodiam Castle
For the first time since it was made nearly 1,000 years ago, the Bayeux Tapestry is returning to England. Join Collections and House Manager Hannah Miles for an exclusive talk about Bodiam before Bodiam Castle.
Following a historic agreement with France, the 70-metre-long tapestry, depicting events leading up to the Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, will be loaned to the British Museum from September 2026 to July 2027.
To celebrate the Bayeaux Tapestry coming to the British Museum in 2026, Hannah Miles, Collections and House Manager for Bodiam Castle will deliver a new talk at Bodiam Castle, taking participants back in time to the year 1066 to reveal what Bodiam was like before Bodiam Castle. Learn about Old English names for Bodiam and their meanings.
Join Hannah to discover the historical connection between Bodiam Castle and Hastings Castle. Find out about Robert, Count of Eu and Lord of Hastings and Osbern FitzHugh and discover the origins and construction of Hastings Castle and Bodiam Castle.
As part of Heritage Open Days this talk is offered free of charge. Attendees are invited to explore Bodiam Castle free of charge after the talk.
Tuesday 15 September 2026 |11.30am to 12.15pm and 2pm to 2.45pm
Image Credit: Lawrence Perry
Please note:
- Please make yourself known at Visitor Reception upon arrival.
- Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
- There is a step into the education room where this talk is held.
- This event is designed for an adult audience.
- The event, alongside entry to the site, is free for all visitors on this date. Tickets for this event are essential as there is a limited capacity.
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For the first time since it was made nearly 1,000 years ago, the Bayeux Tapestry is returning to England. Join Collections and House Manager Hannah Miles for an exclusive talk about Bodiam before Bodiam Castle.
Following a historic agreement with France, the 70-metre-long tapestry, depicting events leading up to the Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, will be loaned to the British Museum from September 2026 to July 2027.
To celebrate the Bayeaux Tapestry coming to the British Museum in 2026, Hannah Miles, Collections and House Manager for Bodiam Castle will deliver a new talk at Bodiam Castle, taking participants back in time to the year 1066 to reveal what Bodiam was like before Bodiam Castle. Learn about Old English names for Bodiam and their meanings.
Join Hannah to discover the historical connection between Bodiam Castle and Hastings Castle. Find out about Robert, Count of Eu and Lord of Hastings and Osbern FitzHugh and discover the origins and construction of Hastings Castle and Bodiam Castle.
As part of Heritage Open Days this talk is offered free of charge. Attendees are invited to explore Bodiam Castle free of charge after the talk.
Tuesday 15 September 2026 |11.30am to 12.15pm and 2pm to 2.45pm
Image Credit: Lawrence Perry
Please note:
- Please make yourself known at Visitor Reception upon arrival.
- Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
- There is a step into the education room where this talk is held.
- This event is designed for an adult audience.
- The event, alongside entry to the site, is free for all visitors on this date. Tickets for this event are essential as there is a limited capacity.
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