Join characters from the past for heritage-inspired hijinks and hands-on shenanigans at Battle Abbey this half term.
About Battle Assembles We are a group of people who meet monthly to talk about issues that are important to us, to:
--> See if we can do anything about them ourselves, or
--> See if we can influence authorities and hold them to account, and get them to change their policies/actions
--> Build a community flourishing in spirit, resilience and capacity to change things for the better.
We formed in November 2024 and have a broad spectrum of priorities, from the global climate catastrophe, to local housing, to parking on the high street. All views are welcome and treated equally with respect in a friendly, inviting atmosphere where no one person is in charge, and everyone can have their say.
We are passionately inclusive, and welcome everyone of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, religious beliefs and abilities, in a supportive atmosphere. Our group, like other local assemblies, are aiming to change damaging or misguided policies from the 'bottom up'.
We warmly welcome any local council representatives to take part and to inform the group, however our main focus is to determine the issues that are important to us group members (as opposed to the authorities, using us as a consultation vehicle and 'tick box' exercise after they have designed and shaped policy themselves).
We are ambitious. We aim to be representative of ALL community interests and views in Battle and the wider local area, and so....
WE NEED YOU! We would like all community groups, as well as individuals in the area to get involved, come along, so that together we can become a force to be reckoned with, and influential over the issues that matter to us. Please check Facebook or Nextdoor for details of the next meeting Come along, make new friends, meet your neighbours over a cuppa and get it off your chest! Find out more on Facebook
Taking place on Sunday 24th August 2025 (Bank Holiday weekend), the very best tribute bands come to the grounds of Battle Abbey. Back for year two we return to the ridiculously stunning Battle Abbey. Beautiful it is indeed, but, honestly, it’s the only suitable back drop for a stellar line up featuring some Nationally recognised Tribute acts. It really is too much for a Sunday. Even if it is a Bank Holiday. Opening at midday (first band 2.30pm) you should be well on the way home by by 11pm.
The one and only Battle of Hastings re-enactment returns for 2025. Taking place on the very spot where King Harold and Duke William fought in 1066, don't miss over 300 reenactors recreate the drama and intensity of this legendary conflict.