Battle OF hastings
... King Harold rushed south, and camped at the top of Senlac Hill about 5 miles from Hastings. The next day (October 14th) the Normans began forming a battle line at the bottom of the hill. ... However, Harold didnt have his best forces - many were injured or just exhausted after the Battle of Stamford Bridge. ... 30pm the battle was over. ... After the battle, William ordered an Abbey to be built to remember those who died.A town grew up around this abbey, called Battle. Battle Abbey can still be seen today. William had won the battle, but now he had to take control of his new kingdom.