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Gruesome Graves

Take our free family tour to discover gruesome stories we've had to leave out of our 'normal' tours ...

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Travel back in time with our tour guide who reveals the gruesome secrets of Sutton Hoo's Royal Burial Ground on this fun tour. Please be aware that places are limited so we would recommend arriving early to avoid disappointment.

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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

Children need to accompany scared adults!

Meeting point

Please book onto the tour when you arrive at reception. Please be aware that places are limited.

What to bring and wear

Please wear sturdy shoes and appropriate outdoor clothing.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible and trampers available from reception.

Contact info

Visitor Reception

Upcoming events

Event

Yule at Sutton Hoo 

Discover what the festive period meant to the Anglo-Saxons living 1500 years ago and find out where many of our traditions came from as we celebrate Yule.

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on
2 Dec 2023 to 7 Jan 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 15 other dates or times
Event

Quiet Hour at Sutton Hoo 

Join us for quiet hour as we turn down the sounds for those who would enjoy a more peaceful and relaxed visit.

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on
3 Dec 2023 to 4 Feb 2024
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Winter solstice Anglo-Saxon myth and magic tour 

As darkness descends over the Anglo-Saxon Royal Burial Ground, soak up the atmosphere and discover more about the people who were laid to rest at Sutton Hoo and how they viewed the world around them.

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on
22 Dec 2023
at
18:00 to 19:30
Event

Riddlequest: Escape Game 

Can you return a mysterious object to its rightful place in our escape game experience? Complete challenges along the way, including solving real early medieval riddles to unlock the secrets of the past

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on
12 Jan to 24 Feb 2024
at
18:00 to 19:00
+ 11 other dates or times