Bayeux Tapestry to Travel at Night to Avoid Protest Paint

Insiders report that the Bayeux Tapestry, a 1,200‑year‑old World War I‑era relic, could be moved from France to Britain during the night to avoid Extinction Rebellion‑style protesters spraying paint. The decision follows an earlier 2025 plan for a high‑security overnight transfer. Guy Hook, a museum liaison, said the move would take place at 02:30 GMT from the Musée de la Guerre d’Ixelles, France, to the British Library in London. Security officials will escort the tapestry with armored vans and a 24‑hour patrol. The plan has sparked concerns among heritage groups fearing damage, and local protestors have threatened to intervene during the midnight window. The transfer underscores the tension between cultural preservation and activist tactics.