Tales by Torchlight - Tales of the Gods
As darkness falls across the landscape of Sutton Hoo join our Anglo-Saxon storytellers as they share tales of the Germanic gods.
- Booking essential
With giants, trickery, beasts and heroic deeds the Tales of the Gods will entertain all ages. You will be led by torchlight across the landscape of Sutton Hoo and encounter along the way Anglo-Saxon storytellers waiting to share these epic tales with you. There will be two performances each night. The first will be from 6.00pm - 7.30pm and the second will be from 6.45pm - 8.15pm. Hot and cold drinks and flapjack/brownies (gluten free) are included at the end. Gates open 15 minutes before each performance.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £15.00 |
| Child | £7.50 |
| Family 1A 3C | £30.00 |
| Family 2A 2C | £37.50 |
| Family 2A 3C | £45.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Suitable for all ages- there is walking between each storyteller.
- Meeting point
Meet your torchbearer by the ship sculpture in the courtyard.
- What to bring and wear
This event will take place outside during late evening so please dress appropriately and bring a torch.
- Accessibility
Some of the terrain is uneven so this would be difficult to manoeuvre in the dark with a wheelchair or buggy.
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