Visiting Sutton Hoo: What you need to know

Sutton Hoo in the summer

We need your help to stay open safely. Your visit may be very different from what you’ve come to expect so please take some time to read the information below to help you prepare. To help keep everyone safe, please follow social distancing and government guidance when you visit.

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Staying safe

To help keep everyone safe, please follow social distancing and government guidance when you visit. And look out for signs while you’re here which will explain any changes to how you can access different parts of the site.

If you’re showing any of the symptoms of coronavirus, or if you've been in contact with anyone that has the virus in the last 14 days, please don’t visit.

Planning a visit?

The estate walks at Sutton Hoo are open everyday. The café, which is serving a limited takeaway range of hot and cold drinks and snacks, is open Wednesday - Sunday. The gift shop and second-hand bookshop are open at weekends only. To avoid disappointment, booking is advised at weekends. You'll need to book your tickets by 3pm the day before your visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday for the week ahead. Tranmer House and the High Hall exhibition are closed. The safety of our staff, volunteers, visitors and local communities remains our priority. Please follow government guidance on travel.

Admission tickets

Book ahead to guarantee entry 

To avoid disappointment please book in advance at weekends. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. If you do not book we cannot guarantee admission. Booking closes at 3pm the day before your visit and tickets are released every Friday for the following week.

Tall trees at Sutton Hoo

Cancelling a booking 

You will receive emailed confirmation of your booking, there is no need to print as we have your booking details. The team at Sutton Hoo are not able to book or cancel your tickets for you. If you have booked a space and no longer need it, please do cancel your ticket so that somebody else can enjoy visiting instead. It’s easy to do online, just follow the link for instructions. If you need help, please contact the bookings team on 0344 249 1895.

The helmet sculpture at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk

Arrival

The gates are opened at 10.00am. On weekdays proceed into the car park and either scan your membership card or pay at the parking machine. At weekends our team will be on hand to check your booking details and welcome you. Once you have parked your car, walk through the path in the centre of the car park, and past the sculpture of the Sutton Hoo helmet towards the courtyard with the ship sculpture. Once you have arrived you are able to enjoy your day and stay until the site closes.

What's available to see?

The path winding down the valley at Sutton Hoo

Walking trails at Sutton Hoo 

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

Woman holding takeaway hot drink

Eating at Sutton Hoo 

We have re-opened King's River Café with a takeaway service offering a limited range of hot and cold drinks and snacks. We’ve introduced safety measures including screens at our till and collection points, and a one-way system. We’ll also only be accepting card payment. We look forward to welcoming you and know that you’ll support us to make this a safe experience for everyone.

Family playing in the woods at Sutton Hoo

Family fun 

There is plenty of outdoor space at Sutton Hoo for families to relax and let off some steam together. We also have a range of family trails which can be downloaded in advance of your visit, plus some activities you can try from home. Just follow the link to start your adventure today.

Spring sunshine at Sutton Hoo

Spring at Sutton Hoo 

With nature and new life everywhere you look, step into spring at Sutton Hoo.

A family photographing a mushroom at Sutton Hoo

Share your day

Take a few moments to share your day with those that can’t be there, using the hashtag #EveryoneNeedsNature. Whilst we stop and can’t chat to you about your visit, we’d love to see photos of your time with us and hear any feedback you might have via our social media channels.

Dark forest path at Sutton Hoo

Accessibility 

Accessible parking is available in the main car park. Accessible toilets are available at the side of the High Hall Exhibition building. Unfortunately, our personal mobility vehicles are not currently available to hire. Follow the link to download a full copy of our access statement.

Spring reflections at Sheffield Park, East Sussex

Coronavirus FAQs 

Find answers to some of the coronavirus-related questions we’re hearing most in light of the current situation at our places, including concerns about visiting, membership and events.

Upcoming events

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Timed car parking at Sutton Hoo (17 Apr - 18 Apr)

Sat 17 Apr 2021
10:00-15:00
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