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Tens of thousands rush for tickets to see Bayeux Tapestry in UK

Tens of thousands rush for tickets to see Bayeux Tapestry in UK
BBC Arts Wednesday 01 July 2026, 14:23 UTC 1 min read
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The historic masterpiece will travel from France to go on display on UK soil for the first time.

The historic masterpiece will travel from France to go on display on UK soil for the first time.
Bayeux Tapestry (ORG) UK (LOCATION) France (LOCATION)
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