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1066 Country - A Walk Through History

4th April 2022

This way for the 1066 Country Walk

Pull on your walking boots ready for a new adventure in 2022.The newly revamped 31-mile 1066 Country Walk passes through historic landscape, one that bore witness to the Norman Conquest. A relatively easy, low-level route, it starts at Pevensey Castle, near the landing place of William of Normandy. On the way you’ll pass Herstmonceux Castle Estate, the iconic 1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield, medieval Winchelsea and end in picture perfect Rye. Along the route you’ll find 10 bespoke sculptures inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry, hand sculpted benches to rest awhile, vineyards, country pubs and eateries for refreshment.  

Don’t be put off by the length though! Take it in stages or just walk a small section. The towns are well served by rail links so you can always get back to where you set out from. Watch the film below for inspiration and for more information and then, start planning your trip!    

 Credit Jim Holden 

Pevensey - Saxon Frontier Land

A Roman coastal fort stands abwiove the beach where Norman forces landed in 1066. Today it’s an eclectic seaside stronghold, one face hugging the shoreline, the other overlooking a hinterland of levels.  

 Credit Jim Holden

Herstmonceux Castle

A village with many claims to fame — moated castle, former Royal Observatory, and home of the Sussex trug. Herstmonceux, with its telescope domes, and castle turrets, sits with its eyes on the skies and its feet on the ground.

 Credit Jim Holden

Historic Battle - Unfolding England’s Story

Named to commemorate the most famous conflict on English soil, this bustling market town grew up alongside the 1066 battlefield, tranquil medieval abbey and surrounding ancient woodlands — largely unchanged to this day.

 Credit Jonny Thompson

Winchelsea - History in Grids and Squares

Once one of England’s thriving ports, Winchelsea was planned as a medieval new town, set on a hill with hidden wine cellars beneath and stunning landscape around. Try a glass of English sparkling wine as your route passes Charles Palmer Vineyard’s cellar door.

 Credit @pippiheretoo

Rye - Cobbled Citadel

A medieval citadel huddled against invaders and the sea. Cobbled together over centuries, it’s a myriad of art, artifacts, curiosities and cosy pubs. Explore Rye’s nooks and crannies and ponder the distant views across Romney Marsh to the sea.

Film by Visual Air

So much of our history is told in our countryside, from the evidence of castle remains to medieval iron forges, from apple orchards and reed beds to winding rivers and shingle ridges. Whether you like to roam by the sea, through woodland or between points of interest, here are some more routes to try.

For more information about the walk click here.

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