Battlefields
Battle of Hastings discovery: New information uncovers huge "misunderstanding" about the most famous day in history
Academics reveal that Harold's men likely did not arrive weary at the Battle of Hastings after a 10-day march, as was previously assumed
Battle Abbey, East Sussex
Visit Battle Abbey in East Sussex and relive the Battle of Hastings, an event that heralded a new era of history in Britain
Guide to Britain's battlefields: history and best sites to visit
Many of Britain's most important conflicts were fought on what are now quiet stretches of countryside. Here is our guide on the best historic battle sites to visit in the UK, with a brief look at the history of each bloody battle.
