Open
2005 Opening times
Half term Oct 24th to 30th open all week 11.00am - 5.00pm
Oct 1 - Oct 31: Wed - Sun 11.00 am - 5.00 pm
Nov 1 - 31 Dec: Fri, Sat, Sun 11.00 am - 4.00 pm
Jan 1 - Feb 28 2005: Sat, Sun 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
Closed
The estate will be closed on certain Sats between Nov and Feb. Please tel. in advance
Admission charges
Adult £4, child £2.
Car park charge (when visitor facilities and exhibition closed) £2.50
Discounts
National Trust
Description
The Anglo-Saxon royal burial site where the priceless Sutton Hoo treasure was discovered in a huge ship grave.
Burial ground of the Anglo Saxon Kings of East Anglia. Exhibition hall with video introduction, full size re-creation of the ship burial.
The exhibition tells the story of the site – which has been described as ‘page one of English history’ – and displays some original objects as well as replicas of the treasure.
Collections description
The 2004 exhibition explores the fascination that the Anglo-Saxons had with animals and how they were portrayed on some of the stunning artefacts from this period. The centrepice of the display is the wonderful purselid found in the 1939 excavations.
General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Guided tours
Disability Access
Audio guides specifically for blind and partially sighted people
General audio-guide available
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Children and Families
Baby changing facilities
Children's play area
Events and resources for children and families
Gardens open to public
Picnic area
General Education
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
General audio-guide available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Gardens open to public
General audio-guide available
Meeting room available
Picnic area
Refreshments
Restaurant
Shop
