Family days out at Sutton Hoo

Why not try out a sword and shield for size and dress up like a warrior – or a king? There's so much to see, do and discover on a day out.

February half term at Sutton Hoo

Tales of kings and buried treasure await you at Sutton Hoo this half-term, as we get ready to celebrate World Book Day®!

Explore the magic of nature on our new outdoor trail based on the book, A Story of the Seasons, and discover how the changing seasons impact the woodlands and meadows around Sutton Hoo.  

Get your imagination soaring with activities inside the High Hall exhibition building and Tranmer House. Make your own team of archaeologists inspired by the Sutton Hoo story, or colour in a version of Beowulf and Grendel from the Anglo-Saxon epic. 

See inside one of Robert Pretty’s beloved childhood books, curl up with a book in one of our cosy reading corners and add a fascinating fact to our Tree of Knowledge. 

Elsewhere, you can make your own bookmark, design a book cover or join in with one of our storytelling sessions and go on a journey through time.

Easter at Sutton Hoo

Saturday 21 March - Sunday 21 April, 10am-4pm

Travel back in time this Easter with a family trip to Sutton Hoo!

Pick up an Easter trail when you get here, put on your bunny ears and explore our ten-point trail. Challenge friends and family to an egg and spoon race, test your wingspan and hop like a hare, rabbit, lamb or fox as you discover more about the fascinating nature that lives here at Sutton Hoo.

Once you’ve completed the trail, head back to Visitor Welcome for a dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg.

*Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.

£3.50 per trail plus normal admission prices.

Other things to see and do

Climb to the top of the viewing tower, look out over the Royal Burial Ground, and imagine what life was like centuries ago when an important Anglo-Saxon king was laid there to rest.

The High Hall Exhibition and Tranmer House, with its interactive displays, help bring the story of Sutton Hoo to life and offer shelter from both the sun and rain.

Follow a trail and discover more about the mysterious treasure buried deep underground, dress up like an archaeologist on the eve of a discovery and do some crafts or colouring in.

Sutton Hoo also has a play area for those looking for space to let off a bit of energy.

Good to know

• Toilets and baby changing facilities are available in Tranmer House and the café.
• The courtyard and many of the paths are pushchair and buggy-friendly and there are accessible routes around the site. All-terrain wheelchairs, trampers and sensory bags are available to borrow from Visitor Welcome. 
• Dogs on leads are welcome outside and in designated areas of the café and shop.
• King’s River Café serves hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, hot meals, homemade scones and cakes. It is open from 10am-4.30pm.
• There are plenty of shady picnic spots to enjoy your food outside.
• National Trust members and under 5s go free.

Other events coming up

Little Strollers Walking Group | various dates | free
Bring your little ones for a gentle stroll around the landscape along our pram and pushchair friendly pathways.

Little Hoo-ligans Parent and Toddler Group | various dates | free
Enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including trails, crafts, games and songs at Little Hoo-ligans, our monthly group for 2 to 4-year-olds and their parents/guardians.

Quiet hour | various dates | free*
Join us for quiet hour on the first Sunday of every month as we turn down the sounds for those who would enjoy a more peaceful and relaxed visit.