1066 Pevensey Castle and Surroundings Private Guided Tour

Brighton, England
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Duration2h - 2h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

The tour will begin at the East Gate entrance to the remains of the Roman Fort of Anderida.
You then pay a visit to St Nicolas' Church, built in 1216 on the site of a Saxon Priory, before following an off-road path behind the castle to St Mary’s Church (built 1080), viewing the 1066 shoreline along the way.
Leaving the church, you will follow the route taken by the Norman soldiers on their march to Hastings, before returning to Pevensey Castle (admission included).
Throughout the tour, your guide will Use maps, diagrams and local landmarks to:
Explain the geography of the area in the 11th century and why it was an ideal location for William to land here in 1066.
Detail the events of 1066 including the Norman landing;
Talk about the Feudal system introduced by the Normans;
Consider the type of castle built at Pevensey and how it evolved over the Norman period;
Offer an insight into the history of Pevensey castle over the following centuries.

What's included

  • Admission to Pevensey Castle is included

What to expect

  1. 20m
    St Nicolas' Church built in 1216 on the site of an old Saxon Priory
  2. 20m
    Built around 1080, this church claims to be the first Norman church built in England.
  3. 30m
    You will follow in the footsteps of the Norman invaders as they left Pevensey for Hastings and walk to a vantage point to view the location of their first overnight camp
  4. Pevensey Castle
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Constructed within the Roman Fort of Anderida by the Normans after they landed in the adjacent harbour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If arriving by train we will meet at the station exit.

Meeting point

If arriving by car we will meet at the East Gate entrance to Pevensey Castle, next to the car park.

End point

If arriving by train we will meet at the station exit.

End point

If arriving by car we will meet at the East Gate entrance to Pevensey Castle, next to the car park.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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