Sutton Hoo

We’re working on a £4million project to transform your experience of visiting Sutton Hoo. Keep up to date with everything that's going on.

Sutton Hoo’s new full-size Anglo-Saxon ship sculpture will send a tingle up your spine as you stand in its ghostly shadows contemplating the extraordinary story that it represents.

Explore the atmospheric seventh-century Royal Burial Ground as you discover the history and mystery of what lay beneath the earth.

The windows of Tranmer House are the eyes of Sutton Hoo, offering clear views to the valley, river and burial mounds. Step inside to discover the characters, circumstances and curiosities that led to the extraordinary discoveries in 1939.

The discoveries at Sutton Hoo provided a great insight into the beginnings of the English race. Visit High Hall to find out what Anglo-Saxon life would have been like during the year of the Great Ship Burial for all walks of life - from a slave to a king.

Run off some steam in the Sutton Hoo landscape, go on an adventure with our tracker packs and and go wild on our adventure playground.

Get out and into nature at Sutton Hoo. With 245 acres to explore, find the perfect walk for you.

With 245 acres to explore, Sutton Hoo is the ideal place to explore with your pooch.

Join us for a brand-new exhibition exploring the Fashion of Archaeology - where archaeology and costume history combine.

Explore Sutton Hoo through the lens of your camera and discover top tips from an expert photographer on developing your photographic skills.

Wilderness workshops are returning to Sutton Hoo! It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn all about wilderness living, and connect with nature in the same way the Anglo-Saxons did.

Join us on the last Sunday of each month where we are making a few changes aimed especially at visitors who would appreciate a quieter experience.

Have you ever wanted to do archaeology at one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Europe? Now is your chance, come and take part in one of our geophysics sessions!

Join us for a bite to eat surrounded by stunning views and discover our menu infused with a variety of locally sourced ingredients and products.

For a special memento of your visit pop in to our gift shop and take a piece of history home with you. With a unique range of Anglo-Saxon inspired designs from local artisans, alongside seasonal National Trust ranges it’s the perfect place for some inspirational shopping.

So what exactly was discovered at Sutton Hoo, and why is it so significant?

Just who were the Anglo-Saxons? And why did they choose Sutton Hoo?

Think of archaeology at Sutton Hoo and you'll almost certainly think of the famous discoveries made in 1939. But there's a long history of archaeology here, from professional experts to treasure seekers.

On Tuesday 5th November we were joined by BBC Radio Suffolk for a day of broadcasts from Sutton Hoo to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Great Ship Burial and the exciting changes to the Sutton Hoo experience.

In 1939 one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time was being uncovered at Sutton Hoo. Now 80 years on, the story continues, as we countdown to the completion of the incredible new Sutton Hoo experience...

Ever wondered who might work at a place like this? Meet some of the team, with our essential Hoo's Who.

It might be the home of one of the most important archaeological discoveries ever made, but Sutton Hoo is also a place of special habitats, varied landscapes and precious wildife.

Join us this January and February as we carry out digitisation work on archive images of the Great Ship Burial excavation. These images, captured in 1939, helped record this fascinating discovery. Read on to find out more about the images, the photographers who captured them, and how we are looking after them in our archive today.

Could volunteering at Sutton Hoo be for you? Find out all about the many different roles we have available. From a house guide, part of our education team or helping in our second hand bookshop, we've got a role for you.

Support Sutton Hoo by dedicating a donation to someone special and add your precious memories to our interactive map. A unique way to remember a loved one or celebrate a special occasion, your donation will help us care for Sutton Hoo for years to come.

Newly refurbished as part of our transformation project, Kyson is our largest flat with three bedrooms, a checkered-tile bathroom and wide sweeping views far across the burial mounds all the way round to the river and beyond. Kyson is perfect for gathering friends and family together for a get-away in style!

Newly refurbished as part of our transformation project, Deben View is located on the first-floor of Tranmer House with two bedrooms. Deben View boasts original features such as a marble bathroom and wood panelling in the living area. With an exclusive wooden balcony facing out towards the burial mounds, Deben View offers stunning views across the Sutton Hoo landscape.

Newly refurbished as part of our project to transform your visit to Sutton Hoo, Wilford is a two-bedroom flat full of period furnishings to create an elegant, spacious home-base for exploring this amazing landscape right from your front door.

Take part in a guided tour of the Royal Burial Ground, enjoy an exhibition talk or browse through the shelves of our second-hand bookshop as you explore our special place with your group.

Discover our learning experiences for your educational group and schools.