Bayeux Tapestry replica goes on display at museum in Swindon
Family activities and a talk are planned as part of the Bayeux Around Britain programme
A full-size printed reproduction of the Bayeux Tapestry is going on display at STEAM museum in Swindon.
It will be at the museum from today (10th November) until the 19th November 2026.
The display is part of Bayeux Around Britain, a British Museum partnership supported by WorldQuant.
STEAM says the programme is a nationwide series of exhibitions, events and displays designed to share the historic loan of the Bayeux Tapestry from the French government with people across the UK.
What will be on display
The reproduction is 70m long and tells the story of what STEAM describes as England's most famous year in history.
It will be shown alongside an information video and other material.
STEAM says the Bayeux Tapestry is technically an embroidery rather than a tapestry.
Family activities
STEAM has planned a series of family activities to go with the display.
These include a 1066 trail and family exploration resources.
There will be a selfie station where visitors can dress up as an Anglo-Saxon warrior.
Children can also colour in tapestry sheets, and design their own Saxon brooch, coin, flag or shield.
There will also be a chance to build a mini Norman castle with Lego or wooden blocks.
Dr David Musgrove will give a talk called Decoding the Bayeux Tapestry on Tuesday 10th November.
STEAM says home education groups are welcome for special activities on Wednesday 18th November.