Battle in East Sussex, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The High Altar of Battle Abbey
Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 9, 2018
1. The High Altar of Battle Abbey Marker
The High Altar of Battle Abbey
Founded to Commemorate
The Victory of Duke William
On 11 October 1066
The High Altar Was Placed to Mark
The Spot Where King Harold Died
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Notable Events. A significant day of the year for for this entry is October 11.
Location. 50° 54.87′ N, 0° 29.267′ E. Marker is in Battle, England, in East Sussex. Marker can be reached from the intersection of High Street and Park Lane, on the right when traveling south. Located next to Battle Abbey along the battlefield path at the Battle of Hastings Battlefield. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Battle, England TN33 0AD, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The 11th-century Church (a few steps from this marker); The Cloister (within shouting distance of this marker); The Chapter House (within shouting distance of this marker); Rebuilding the Abbey Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Parlour (within shouting distance of this marker); The Dormitory (within shouting distance of this marker); The Refectory (within shouting distance of this marker); Dairy and Icehouse (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Battle.
Also see . . .
this page online
Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 9, 2018
2. The Walls of the Abbey are Shown by the Border
Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 9, 2018
3. The High Altar of Battle Abbey Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 30, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 358 times since then and 39 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 30, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
