Brief
British Museum sets ticket sale dates for Bayeux Tapestry exhibition
Members can book from Oct 6, non‑members from Oct 21, with prices £25‑£33 and free entry for under‑16s with an adult.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The British Museum announced that the next tranche of tickets for its Bayeux Tapestry exhibition will be sold in October, with a further release in January 2027.
What happened
Tickets reopened on 6 October for museum members, while non‑members will be able to purchase tickets from 21 October. Prices range between £25 and £33 depending on the chosen date and time slot. Dedicated slots are set aside for school groups, and children under 16 can enter free when accompanied by an adult.
What the reports add
The Standard notes that the exhibition generated over £2.5 million on its first day, the museum’s biggest ticket‑day ever, but has faced criticism over long queues and overcrowding. In response, the museum has apologised and extended opening hours to ease visitor flow.
What was said
The article quotes no external speakers, but reports that the museum’s membership costs start at £82 per year, offering advance booking privileges.
How it came about
The Bayeux Tapestry, a 11th‑century embroidered narrative of the Norman Conquest, opened to the public last month. Earlier this year the museum dealt with a smoke incident that led to the evacuation of about 3,700 visitors (see Felo’s coverage), and an early closure for a Chancellor‑attended gala in early October (see Felo’s coverage). The current ticket schedule follows those disruptions and aims to manage demand for the remaining ten‑month run.
Key facts
- Members can book Bayeux Tapestry tickets from 6 October. (standard.co.uk)
- Non‑members can buy tickets from 21 October. (standard.co.uk)
- Ticket prices are £25‑£33 depending on date and time. (standard.co.uk)
- Under‑16s enter free with an adult. (standard.co.uk)
- A third ticket release is planned for January 2027 for visits April‑July. (standard.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] standard.co.uk — originally reported as “When do Bayeux Tapestry tickets go back on sale?”
