People Are Waiting 9 Hours Online for Tickets to See This
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Key Points:
- The Bayeux Tapestry will be transported from France to the UK via the Eurotunnel on a dedicated train car with vibration-reducing measures and a police escort.
- Upon arrival, the tapestry will be displayed flat in a special protective glass case at the British Museum to ensure optimal conservation.
- This exhibition, running from September to July next year, marks the first time the 230-foot-long tapestry depicting William the Conqueror's victory at Hastings has been shown in England since the 11th century.
- In exchange for the loan, several British treasures will be sent to Normandy, France.
- Ticket prices peak at around $44, which is nearly triple the cost in Normandy, though most tickets are cheaper and children under 16 can enter for free.
