The Bayeux Tapestry Colouring Book

By Mia Hansson

In 2026, the UK welcomes the Bayeux Tapestry to British soil for the first time in 900 years, with a landmark exhibition at the British Museum.

With Tapestry enthusiast and medieval-art lover Mia Hansson as your guide, celebrate this extraordinary moment: color your way through the story of the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, and bring some of the world's most iconic embroidery to life in your own creative style.

'Mia Hansson has spent nearly a decade making a replica of the Bayeux Tapestry and] is releasing some of her designs so others can have a go.' - BBC News

Bring the Bayeux Tapestry to life by colouring 60 historic scenes featuring bishops, knights, ships, shields, horses and, of course, King Harold with the fateful arrow in his eye.

Discover clear, hand-drawn linework designed specifically for artists of all ages and skill levels - whether you're studying the Bayeux Tapestry in school, or are simply fascinated by its historical significance.Choose from 60 full-page illustrations simply select your scene and start coloring, using pencils, pens or felt-tips. Each design offers a precise, authentic outline to help you focus on creativity, mindfulness and the magic of medieval art.The coloring designs are presented chronologically, and with reference to their placement on the Tapestry, so you can easily navigate this extraordinary work of art and understand the historical drama as it unfolds.
Stunning line art, clear layouts and a detailed contents page prompts make this historical and artistic masterpiece accessible - whether you want to recreate the vivid energy of the battlefield, the elegance of courtly scenes, or the charm of the mythical creatures that appear throughout its borders.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1800925441
• ISBN13: 9781800925441
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Search Press
• Length: 128 Pages