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Sutton Hoo Smithy - Make a Card Sutton Hoo Helmet

Make your very own card Sutton Hoo warrior helmet in our Anglo-Saxon smithy craft gazebo.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Become a warrior and make a card Sutton Hoo helmet. Our arts and crafts volunteer team will be on hand to help you make the helmet of your dreams.

This activity is free with site admission. Book for the activity here (one ticket per helmet) and pay for admission on the day. Admission is free for National Trust members.

Part of Summer of Play at Sutton Hoo, sponsored by Starling Bank.

Times

Prices

Event prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Per helmet£0.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Most suitable for children aged 4 and above, must be supervised at all times.

Meeting point

After seeing the Visitor Welcome team head across the courtyard past the ship sculpture. The arts and crafts gazebo will be located on the grass to the left at the end of the courtyard.

What to bring and wear

Although the gazebo will provide some shelter, please dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. This is a quiet activity. The gazebo is an open space. Seated activity.

Upcoming events

Event

Anglo-Saxon costume demonstration 

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on
2 Jul to 1 Nov 2025
at
10:30 to 15:00
+ 35 other dates or times
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The Dig: A Story Unearthed 

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on
2 Jul 2025 to 25 Jan 2026
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 163 other dates or times
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Thegns of Mercia Anglo-Saxon Living History 

Step back over 1000 years in time to enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of Anglo-Saxon life as we welcome Thegns of Mercia for a weekend full of living history at Sutton Hoo.

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on
5 Jul to 6 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Quiet Hour at Sutton Hoo 

Join us for quiet hour as we turn down the sounds for those who would enjoy a more peaceful and relaxed visit.

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on
6 Jul to 7 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 5 other dates or times