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Wulfheodenas: Anglo-Saxon Living History

Step back over 1000 years in time and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of Anglo-Saxon life at this evocative time of year as Wulfheodenas set up camp for a weekend full of living history.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Enjoy the sights and sounds of Anglo-Saxon East Anglia and immerse yourself in Anglo-Saxon life with Wulfheodenas. Walk through the Anglo-Saxon camp to see craftsmen hard at work, warriors dressed ready for battle and King Raedwald himself in his ceremonial regalia.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

After seeing the Visitor Welcome team for your admission, make your way to the encampment and see what Anglo-Saxons you encounter on your visit.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and foot wear.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible.

Upcoming events

Event

Festival of Archaeology: Wargaming the Age of the Anglo-Saxons 

Join us for an exciting weekend of Anglo-Saxon era war games with miniature model soldiers. Feeling creative? Paint your own miniature model Anglo-Saxon thegn to take home!

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on
27 Jul to 28 Jul 2024
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Festival of Archaeology: Sae Wylfings, Anglo-Saxon Living History 

Join the Sae Wylfings as they set up camp for a weekend full of Anglo-Saxon living history.

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on
27 Jul to 28 Jul 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Summer of Play at Sutton Hoo 

Enjoy a Summer of Play at Sutton Hoo. With activities indoors and outdoors there's something to entertain all ages.

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on
27 Jul to 1 Sep 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 36 other dates or times
Event

Festival of Archaeology: Anglo-Saxon costume demonstration 

Meet our historic costume volunteers as they demonstrate the craft skills of the Anglo-Saxons and how they created clothing and accessories using natural materials.

Event summary

on
27 Jul 2024
at
10:30 to 15:00