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Open · Until 11 Jul 2027

The Bayeux Tapestry

A historic loan from France

Bayeux Museum / Wikimedia Commons — photograph by Myrabella

The Bayeux Tapestry is on view at British Museum, London, United Kingdom, until July 11, 2027.

Last verified September 13, 2026 · Official source ↗

For the first time in nearly 1,000 years, the 70-metre medieval embroidery is loaned to the British Museum following a historic agreement with France. The tapestry depicts the events surrounding the Norman Conquest and the Battle of Hastings in 1066, offering insights into 11th-century life through its depictions of warfare, ships, clothing, food and furnishings.

Venue

  1. British Museum
    London, United Kingdom · September 10, 2026 – July 11, 2027
    Until 11 Jul 2027

Images

A panel of the Bayeux Tapestry in wool on linen: a crowd of men point up at a long-tailed comet in the sky while, at right, King Harold sits slumped on his throne as an advisor leans in to speak to him.

The Bayeux Tapestry, scenes 32–33: onlookers point at Halley's Comet and Harold is told the news, 11th century

Bayeux Museum / Wikimedia Commons — photograph by Myrabella · Source ↗

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