In July 1545 a huge French fleet set sail intending to land 30,000 troops on English soil.

During the Battle of the Solent, which saw the sinking of the Mary Rose, the French landed troops on the Isle of Wight resulting in the Battle of Bonchurch.

Learn more about the audacious invasion at this Ventnor Local History Society talk. Free to members. £1.50 for visitors.