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Home > Heritage > Chilling tales and spooky fun at Battle Abbey

Chilling tales and spooky fun at Battle Abbey

By Caroline King - October 10, 2011Posted in : Heritage, Walks

Battle Abbey, English Heritage photo library

Battle Abbey at night (picture courtesy of the English Heritage photo library)

When: 22nd – 30th October 2011, 10am – 4pm

Where: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, East Sussex

£: Adults 7.30, concessions 6.60, children 4.40, family ticket 19.00 and English Heritage members go free.

What is it?

Join Professor Midnight for a spine-tingling ghost walk around the haunted grounds of one of the bloodiest events in England’s history.  Hear about the site’s sinister past and chilling tales of mysterious monks and spooky soldiers.  Then peek into the shadows if you dare!  Suitable for brave adults and children of all ages.  Youngsters will also enjoy taking part in the frightfully fun spooky trail – follow the clues and receive a Halloween treat.

More info: www.english-heritage.org.uk

Tagged With: 1066 Battle of Hastings, Battle Abbey, East Sussex events, English Heritage, Halloween, Halloween events, South East

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