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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Step back in time with Thegns of Mercia as they bring a whole weekend of living history to Sutton Hoo through talks, live demonstrations and displays of reproduction treasures.

Times

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, explore the site and discover the Anglo-Saxon encampment.

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!

Event summary

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.

Event summary

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.

Event summary

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