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East Sussex Travel Guide - Abbeys and Monasteries

Battle Abbey Location map Battle, East Sussex X marks the spot, or in this case, the abbey marks the spot where the Battle of Hastings was fought in 1066. William the Conqueror had the abbey built in 1070, with the high altar built where Harold was killed. A stone plaque now marks the spot. The best preserved part of the abbey is the impressive 14th century Great Gatehouse. There are displays and an interactive exhibit on the history of the site. Battle, East Sussex, England, TN33 0AD Location: in Battle at the south end of the High Street Website: Battle Abbey Phone: 01424 73792 Fax: 01424 775059 English Heritage

Michelham Priory Location map Upper Dicker, East Sussex A rare fortified monastery, the site was moated and a gate tower added in the late 13th century, probably in anticipation of a French attack. There is a reconstructed Physic Garden in the grounds. Near Hailsham, Upper Dicker, East Sussex, England, BN27 3QS Location: 2 m W of Hailsham Website: Michelham Priory Email: adminmich@sussexpast.co.uk Phone: 01323 844224

East Sussex Travel Guide

Introduction to East Sussex - East Sussex travel links Categories Abbeys | Castles | Gardens | Historic Houses Major Attractions Afriston Clergy House | Bateman's | Battle Abbey | Battle of Hastings | Bayham Abbey | Bodiam Castle | Brighton | Firle Place | Great Dixter Gardens | Michelham Priory | Rye | South Downs Way Accommodation Hotels - Self catering