1066 Shield Wall Farewell Tour Sweatshirt — Battle Dates Back Print | Heritage Clothing
S / Light Pink
£54.13
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1066 Shield Wall Farewell Tour Sweatshirt — Battle Dates Back Print | Heritage Clothing
£54.13
1066 Shield Wall Farewell Tour Sweatshirt — The Last Campaign in Warmth
Three battles. One cataclysmic autumn. The dates on the back — Fulford, Stamford Bridge, Hastings — read like the tour stops of a campaign that changed England forever. Cut from a heavyweight Gildan 18000 crewneck, this is a sweatshirt for those who walk battlefields in the rain, argue tactics at the kitchen table, and feel the weight of 1066 long after the books are closed. Substantial, warm, and built to last — much like the memory of the shield wall itself.
Product features
- Unisex adult fit — true to size across S–2XL
- 271 gsm, 50/50 cotton-polyester blend; OEKO-TEX certified
- Tubular knit construction — no side seams for a clean, durable fit
- Ribbed collar, cuffs, and waistband — shape-retaining and long-lasting
- DTF-printed inner neck and wrist labels; DTG main art for crisp, lasting detail
- Available in 9 colours: Black, White, Navy, Forest Green, Maroon, Red, Sport Grey, Sand, Light Pink
- Made in Nicaragua
Size guide
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 20.00 | 22.01 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 |
| Sleeve length (from center back), in | 33.50 | 34.50 | 35.50 | 36.50 | 37.50 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
Care instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Tumble dry low heat
- Do not dry clean
Frequently asked questions
Is this sweatshirt unisex?
Yes — this is a unisex adult fit, designed to wear comfortably across all body types. It runs true to size from S to 2XL.
What colours are available?
Available in 9 colours: Black, White, Navy, Forest Green, Maroon, Red, Sport Grey, Sand, and Light Pink.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Absolutely. It makes a distinctive gift for history enthusiasts, re-enactors, battlefield walkers, or anyone with a passion for Anglo-Saxon England and the events of 1066.
Where is it made?
The blank is a Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend crewneck, manufactured in Nicaragua to OEKO-TEX certified standards.
Is this available as a t-shirt?
Yes — the same 1066 battle dates design is available as the 1066 Shield Wall Farewell Tour T-Shirt in a lightweight cotton option.
What does the "Farewell Tour" design represent?
The design treats 1066 as a bittersweet farewell tour — three decisive battles arranged like a gig poster: Fulford (20 September), Stamford Bridge (25 September), and Hastings (14 October). It's the last season of Anglo-Saxon England, worn like a badge of remembrance.
What fabric is the Gildan 18000?
The Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend is a 271 gsm (8.0 oz/yd²) 50/50 cotton-polyester crewneck — warm, substantial, and designed to hold its shape and colour across many washes. The blend gives it softness and durability in equal measure.
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Gildan 18000, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults only, Made in Nicaragua
Want the same design in a lighter option? This is also available as the 1066 Shield Wall Farewell Tour T-Shirt — the iconic battle dates in a classic cotton tee.
Want to go deeper on the tactics behind the shield wall?
Read our blog: The Unbreakable Line: A Complete History of the Shield Wall
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