Tim Taylor, Creator and Series Producer of Time Team, said: “Sutton Hoo has always held a special place in our heart. We are delighted to play a role in shedding new light on such an iconic site. Combining state-of-the-art technology, working with colleagues at SUMO Geophysics, Aerial Cam and Guideline Geo | MALÅ and using Time Team’s global reach, we look forward to making some wonderful discoveries and sharing them with audiences around the world.”
Tim added: “The Dig was about one man and one woman’s desire to find out more about our past. I think Basil Brown and Mrs Edith Pretty would be delighted and intrigued about the new technology. Complementing our work with the National Trust, Time Team will also be working with Professor Martin Carver and the Sutton Hoo Ship’s Company to film an exclusive documentary about the reconstruction of the amazing Sutton Hoo ship. It’s safe to say we’re looking forward to being immersed in the Sutton Hoo story!”
Historic England has supported and enabled this exciting new research project and welcomes the use of non-invasive methods to learn more of Sutton Hoo’s significant history.
Will Fletcher, East of England Development Advice Team Leader for Historic England said: “I’m delighted to see this new non-invasive research take place at Sutton Hoo. While celebrated excavations have revealed legendary stories from this remarkable site, there is always something new to discover about such an important archaeological place. This new information will help to inform the care and future enjoyment of Sutton Hoo.”
The results of the latest investigations will be shared by Time Team and the National Trust in the spring.
Sutton Hoo has seen an increase in visitors this year, since the airing of the Netflix film The Dig, which has sparked a renewed interest in both the site and archaeology. The High Hall exhibition, Tranmer House, Shop, Café and Bookshop are now open at weekends, with the estate walks and viewing tower open daily. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sutton-hoo