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Shield Wall - Join the Warband

Have you got what it takes to join the king's warband? Become an Anglo-Saxon warrior in our Shield Wall sessions and try your hand at shield and sword techniques.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Develop your warrior skills in an exciting 30-minute warrior training session at Sutton Hoo. Meet our Anglo-Saxon warriors who will teach you shield and sword techniques, ready to join the king's warband!

This activity is free with site admission. Book for the activity here (one ticket per participant) and pay for admission on the day. Admission is free for National Trust members. Suitable for ages 6 - 12, children must be supervised at all times.

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

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Prices

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Per child£0.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for children aged 6 - 12

Meeting point

After seeing Visitor Welcome for your admission, head across the courtyard towards the play arena.

What to bring and wear

This is an outdoor workshop, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Please bring close-toed shoes (so not sandals or flip flops).

Accessibility

The play arena is wheelchair accessible. The warrior training area is likely to be noisy, but quiet spaces are available nearby.

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