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The Great Britain Guide

Abbeys & priories · South East England

Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt

In or near Whatlington.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt — a abbey in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Battle of Hastings memorial near Battle Abbey - geograph.org.uk - 5854033

Duncan Graham — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Battle · 0.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt is a abbey located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2020

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

Battle Abbey is the historic site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings, where William the Conqueror's forces faced King Harold's army. Visitors can explore the abbey's ruins, walk the battlefield, and engage with interactive displays that narrate the events of the battle. The site also features a gatehouse exhibition and panoramic views from its rooftop.

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt is an abbey located in South-East England. It is part of the historic Battle Abbey, which was founded on the site of the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The crypt is a notable feature of the abbey, reflecting its medieval architecture and significance.

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Coordinates
50.9145, 0.4882
County
East Sussex
District
Rother
Parish
Battle
Postcode
TN33 0AD
Parliamentary constituency
Bexhill and Battle
Nearest railway station
Battle0.5 km
Opening
Daily 10am–5pm; last entry at 4pm

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt?
Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN33 0AD), in the parish of Battle.
What is Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt?
Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt — a abbey in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt?
The nearest railway station is Battle, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode TN33 0AD.
Is Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt a protected site?
Yes — Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt is part of the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Battle Abbey Chapel Crypt?
The nearest railway station is Battle, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN33 0AD.