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Yule Craft Activities at Sutton Hoo

As we celebrate Yule at Sutton Hoo have a go at our Anglo-Saxon themed craft activities.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join in the celebration of Yule with Anglo-Saxon themed craft activities. Self-led activities will be available in the Discovery Room in Tranmer House and the Old Stables Activity Centre at weekends until 22 December and daily from 26 December - 5 January.

In the Discovery Room make an Anglo-Saxon inspired Yule card or journey back to the 1930s and create a winter bird artwork inspired by a Christmas present received by Robert Pretty in 1936.

In the Stables you can create a hanging Yule pendant to take home and put on your tree, or just relax with some drawing activities and reading.

All activities are free with site admission.

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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

When you see the Visitor Welcome team for your admission, they will be able to advise which activity areas are open each day.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible.

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on
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at
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on
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at
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on
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at
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on
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at
10:30 to 15:00
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