Explore the History of the Battle of Crécy
Discover Medieval Warfare
Learn about the weapons, tactics and military strategies used during the Hundred Years’ War.
Follow the Battle's Story
Explore the events leading to the Battle of Crécy and understand its importance in medieval European history.
Examine the battlefield and the armies
Our historian explains the 1346 campaign and the encounter between Edward III’s army and the French force led under Philip of Valois. In The Footsteps Tours, we use the shape of the ground to discuss the opposing approaches and the English position. We consider how commanders used the landscape during the engagement, keeping the account tied to the places visited rather than relying on a narrative alone. Terrain shaped tactics.
Connect battlefield landmarks with the wider story
The day includes the Monument Jean de Luxembourg, the Lanterne des Morts, the English line, Crecy Windmill and the former wagon train site. In The Footsteps Tours, we also visit the Abbaye de Valloires, associated in the draft itinerary with care for wounded men. The route travels from London through Folkestone and Calais, allowing us to explore related locations before returning via the evening Eurotunnel crossing. We cross into France.
Itinerary
Drive to Folkestone for the 10:20 Eurotunnel crossing to Calais, then on to Crecy-en-Ponthieu.
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The Monument Jean de Luxembourg and the Lanterne des Morts
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The French approach, from the Croix de Boheme to the present-day sugar beet factory
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The Vallee aux Clercs and the English line
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Crecy Windmill, King Edward III's command post
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Crecy Grange, site of the English wagon train
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The Abbaye de Valloires, where many of the wounded were treated
Return via the 18:20 Eurotunnel from Calais to Folkestone, arriving in London at about 20:00.
Itineraries are subject to change for operational reasons. Any changes will be advised before departure.
Price: From £275.00 GBP per person
Based on: departure from London; six people touring; a dedicated tour vehicle driven by an expert battlefield historian.
Notes: Costs may vary at the time of booking. A supplement may apply for anniversary dates. Deposit is 30% or £200.00 per person, whichever is greater. Booking indicates acceptance of the Standard Terms and Conditions.