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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.

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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, 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

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
22 May to 30 Oct 2024
at
10:30 to 15:00
+ 41 other dates or times
Event

Walk with Us at Sutton Hoo 

Get out in the fresh air, re-connect with nature, stretch your legs and walk your way to better wellbeing on one of our volunteer-led group walks.

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on
23 May 2024
at
10:30 to 12:00
Event

Saxon Festival: Sae Wylfings, Anglo-Saxon Living History 

Join the Sae Wylfings as they set up camp for a weekend full of Anglo-Saxon living history, part of Saxon Festival 2024.

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on
25 May to 27 May 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Saxon Festival: Twilight Royal Burial Ground tour 

Join tour guides from the Sutton Hoo Society for a special evening tour of the Royal Burial Ground at Sutton Hoo, part of Saxon Festival 2024.

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on
25 May 2024
at
16:00 to 18:30