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Finds Friday Object Handling

Get up close and personal with real archaeological finds and replicas of the Sutton Hoo treasures, including pieces you can handle!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Take a closer look at (and touch!) real archaeological finds and replicas of some of the famous Sutton Hoo objects in our family-focused Finds Friday handling sessions. If the weather is nice, sessions will take place outside in the main courtyard, otherwise they will be in the Discovery Room in Tranmer House. The Visitor Welcome team will be able to advise where the session is taking place on the day of your visit.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. This is usually a quiet activity and involves tactile handling of original archaeological finds and replica Sutton Hoo objects.

Meeting point

After seeing the Visitor Welcome team for your admission head across the courtyard past the ship sculpture towards the session.

Suitability for children

Suitable for families.

Upcoming events

Landscape Photography Workshop with Phil Morley 

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28 Jun to 11 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 13:00+ 2 other dates or times

Full-day Landscape & Close-up Photography Workshops with Phil Morley 

Explore Sutton Hoo through the lens of your camera and discover top tips from professional photographer Phil Morley in this full-day photography experience.

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28 Jun to 11 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00+ 2 other dates or times

The Dig: A Story Unearthed 

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28 Jun 2026 to 24 Jan 2027
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 165 other dates or times

Close-up Photography Workshop with Phil Morley 

Explore Sutton Hoo through the lens of your camera and discover top tips from professional photographer Phil Morley on developing your close-up photography skills.

Event summary

on
28 Jun to 11 Oct 2026
at 13:30 to 16:00+ 2 other dates or times