Awe-inspiring Anglo-Saxon royal burial site
The Dig is a new film by Netflix, based on the novel of the same title by John Preston. But do you know the true story of the excavation of the Great Ship Burial at Sutton Hoo? Read on to discover more.
This hauntingly beautiful 255 acre estate, with far-reaching views over the River Deben, is home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time.
Walk around the Royal Burial Ground and discover the incredible story of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his treasured possessions.
Keep reading to help plan your visit. We can't wait to see you again!
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | N/A | £13.00 |
| Child | N/A | £6.50 |
| Family | N/A | £32.50 |
| 1 adult, 2 children | N/A | £19.50 |
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points.
Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below:
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
Please book in advance to guarantee entry, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. When you buy your admission ticket, you're directly supporting our conservation work. Free entry for National Trust members. However please note pre-booking is required for everyone.
The High Hall exhibition, Tranmer House, estate walks, takeaway cafe, shop and second-hand bookshop at Sutton Hoo are open. Please book in advance to guarantee entry, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. Please follow government guidance on travel.
