A must see, get the audio tour it brings the whole site to life with the history of the battles,the buildings and the people, there is also a visitor centre with a video, and a restaurant and a shop, the food and drink is good...More

A Visit to the battle of Hastings battlefield together with Battle abbey is a terrific activity for the whole family. Run by The National Trust its ideal for all ages and they provide scooters for the physically challenged. The visitors center is outstanding with excellent...More

Drove to Battle as a late thought of what to do on a Sunday. Arrived in the village lunch time and not a lot open. I think Sunday in September is low season for visitors. Saw the Abbey and decided to visit. With the car...More

The audio tour helped us visualized how the battle evolved and provided great historical detail. It was nice to have the option to walk the long route or a shorter route. We had purchased an English Heritage overseas pass, so we were received as members....More

Don't know what people expect! Yes, it's a field, but it's almost 1000 years ago, so things have changed a little. We spent about 5 hours plus taking in the whole experience and doing the longer walk bit, visitor centre, abbey buildings, gatehouse. I was...More

Very disappointed with the whole experience. The pressure to join national heritage when u walk in and again when paying asking if u want to aid £1 gift aid and £5 for audio tour when it’s already expensive entrance fee and looking shocked when u...More

Okay, let's face it, it's a field and it's very hard to visualise a battle being fought there (if it actually was) but they've done well with the site. The displays are good, climbing the gatehouse is fun the battle displays and AV are great...More