Harold II
Harold II: The Last Saxon King of England
A bold tribute to the king whose short reign in 1066 ended at Hastings.
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Historic Britain: 1066 Collection
We have created a range of history-inspired designs based on the people, battles and unanswered questions of 1066. The collection includes Harold II, the aftermath of Stamford Bridge and Hastings, and a few deliberately cheeky nods to the debate over where the Bayeux Tapestry was made.
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A few favourites from the collection. Each design links directly to Historic Britain.
Stamford Bridge & Hastings
Where War Goes, Hell Follows
A darker 1066 design inspired by Stamford Bridge, Hastings and the human cost of conquest.
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Bayeux Tapestry debate
Bay-Who? Canterbury. That's Who.
A playful take on the long-running argument over the Tapestry's possible English manufacture.
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Bayeux Tapestry debate
Bayeux? Made in Canterbury. Awkward.
History, uncertainty and a little mischief in one design for Bayeux Tapestry enthusiasts.
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History first
The designs begin with a historical person, event, question or idea rather than a generic medieval theme.
Made for enthusiasts
Some designs are serious, some deliberately playful, but all are aimed at people who recognise the reference.
Independent shop
Historic Britain is separate from the museums and supports our wider history projects.
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The Bayeux Tapestry: 58 Scenes Explained
An illustrated guide to the complete embroidery, following all 58 scenes from Edward the Confessor to the Battle of Hastings. Written for everyday history readers, it is designed to help visitors and enthusiasts follow the story scene by scene.
It makes a practical gift for anyone planning to see the Tapestry, studying 1066, or simply wanting a clearer guide to what is happening across the embroidery.
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