How is the Bayeux Tapestry still here after 1000 years?

How did the Bayeux Tapestry survive for nearly 1,000 years?

Battles, revolutions and world wars – the Bayeux Tapestry has survived them all. But how did something made from linen and wool almost 1,000 years ago survive to tell its story today?

In this film, you’ll discover:

How the Bayeux Tapestry was made using linen, wool and skilled embroidery

Who may have made and commissioned it – and why

How storage may have helped it survive for centuries

Designed for learners aged 11+, this short animation is equally suitable for families, teachers, students and anyone with an interest in history.