The Bayeux Tapestry, a 70-meter embroidery depicting the 1066 Norman Conquest, left its permanent home in Bayeux, France, in July 2026 under a formal loan agreement for display at the British Museum from September 10, 2026, through July 11, 2027. This move coincided with major renovations at the Bayeux museum, which is slated to reopen in late 2027 with upgraded facilities for the artifact. The trilateral deal between France, the UK, and the British Museum includes binding commitments for safe return, supported by custom climate-controlled packaging and security protocols, though conservators continue studying optimal handling methods for the fragile textile. High visitor demand in London has highlighted the exhibition's popularity, while French authorities emphasize the temporary nature of the loan ahead of the 2027 millennium celebrations tied to William the Conqueror. Any delays in return would hinge on post-exhibition logistics or unforeseen conservation needs.