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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.

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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.

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