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A Day in the Life of a 10-year-old in Norman Britain. Watch more video

Take a step back in time and re-create life in Norman Britain with our resources. From cooking up a medieval feasts to creating your own Bayeaux Tapestry, we have all you need to get started. You can even bring the Battle of Hastings to life with your friends!

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Medieval feasting

All you need to host a medieval feast with family or friends, including decorating your room and recipes for kids.

Castle activities

Build a model Motte and Bailey castle and make your own shield. Then defend your castle from attack!

Bayeaux Tapestry activities

Have a go at stitching your own tapestry and tell stories from today with paintings, photos or film.

'I Spy' churches guide

So you're in a Norman church... but how do you know it's Norman? Download the 'I Spy' guide and find out what to look out for.

'I Spy' castles guide

So you're in a Norman castle... but how do you know it's Norman? Download the 'I Spy' guide and find out what to look out for.

Battle of Hastings 1066 game

Run a Battle of Hastings game with groups (7-11 year olds). Ideal for having some Norman fun in the sun! If you would like a Welsh translation, please email us.