Wild Wonders Nature Handling Session
Sutton Hoo is not just home to archaeological treasures, there are natural ones too! With a mixture of woodland, acid grassland and saltmarsh lots of different wildlife lives here. Find out more in our nature handling sessions!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Take a closer look at (and touch!) wonders from the natural world of Sutton Hoo in our family-focused 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.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This is usually a quiet activity and involves tactile handling of 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
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