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Sunrise Anglo-Saxon myth and magic tour

As the sun rises over the Anglo-Saxon Royal Burial Ground, soak up the atmosphere and discover more about the people who were laid to rest at Sutton Hoo and how they viewed the world around them.

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Enjoy Sutton Hoo at sunrise. Join our guides as they take you on a journey through time. Discover how the Anglo-Saxons viewed the world around them through their rune poetry and find out more about those who were laid to rest in the Royal Burial Ground. Warm up afterwards with hot drinks and breakfast in the King's River Café (included in ticket price).

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Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £18.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

This tour is most suitable for adults and children aged 12 and above

Meeting point

Meet by the ship sculpture in the courtyard.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable footwear for a slow walk and warm clothes for the early start.

Accessibility

Due to the nature of the terrain this walk is not suitable for those who find walking difficult or are in a wheelchair.

Upcoming events

The Dig: A Story Unearthed 

The Dig: A Story Unearthed is a new temporary exhibition sharing the stories of the real people that inspired the hit Netflix film, The Dig, and feature some of the original props and costumes from the film.

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on
16 Apr 2026 to 24 Jan 2027
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 238 other dates or times

Anglo-Saxon costume demonstration 

Meet our historic costume volunteers as they demonstrate the craft skills of the Anglo-Saxons and how they created clothing and accessories using natural materials.

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on
18 Apr to 31 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 15:00+ 55 other dates or times

Guided Nightingale Walk (Sold Out) 

As the sun begins to set, the song of the nightingale fills the landscape of Sutton Hoo. Discover this bird song for yourself on our guided walk.

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on
18 Apr to 16 May 2026
at 20:00 to 22:00+ 3 other dates or times

Little Strollers Walking Group 

Bring your little ones for a gentle stroll around the landscape along our pram and pushchair friendly pathways.

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on
23 Apr to 26 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 7 other dates or times