Family days out at Sutton Hoo

A family holding hands as they walk away from the camera on an Easter trail — Sutton Hoo has everything you need for a great day out | © Annapurna Mellor/National Trust Images

There's plenty of fun for the whole family at Sutton Hoo, home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time.

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.

A man dressed up as an Anglo-Saxon warrior while reading a National Trust book, A Story of the Seasons, inside a converted stable — A Story of the Seasons trail is on until 15 March | © Darren Olley/National Trust Images

A Story of the Seasons trail

Pick up a map from Visitor Welcome and discover the secrets of the changing seasons on our nature-based trail to celebrate World Book Day.

The trail features beautiful and colourful illustrations from the book, A Story of the Seasons. Explore winter in the hedgerow, spring on the water, summer in the meadow and autumn in the woods as you follow the trail and get inspired by nature.

A Story of the Seasons, by Anna Wilson and Carolina Rabei, is published by Nosy Crow in collaboration with the National Trust. The trail runs from 14 February until 15 March 2026 and is free with admission to Sutton Hoo.

Rainy day activities

Step inside Tranmer House or the High Hall exhibition building and let your imagination run wild. Craft 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.

Children throwing fabric carrots into a wooden cut out of a hare as they take part in the Easter trail at Sutton Hoo — Join us for an Easter adventure from Saturday 21 March | © Darren Olley/National Trust Images

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.

A blonde-haired woman is smiling as her daughter plays on a large swing on the adventure play area at Sutton Hoo — Finish your day with some fun at the adventure play area | © National Trust Images

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.