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Storytelling at Sutton Hoo

Join our Anglo-Saxon storytellers as they take you on a journey through time inside the storytelling tree at Sutton Hoo.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Hear epic tales as you join our Anglo-Saxon storytellers for a journey through time inside the storytelling tree at Sutton Hoo. Sessions will be at 10.45am, 12pm, and 1.30pm. Each session lasts approximately half an hour. Stories are suitable for adults and children, but check with the storyteller for children under 10. Children should be accompanied at all times.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for adults and children, check with the storyteller for under 10.

Meeting point

After seeing the Visitor Welcome team for your admission, please meet at the gathering point by the ship sculpture in the courtyard.

What to bring and wear

Storytelling sessions will be taking place outdoors, so please wear suitable clothing for the weather.

Accessibility

The access route to the storytelling tree has some areas of rough terrain.

Upcoming events

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on
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at
10:30 to 15:00
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on
15 Feb to 23 Feb 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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on
15 Feb to 23 Feb 2025
at
13:00 to 14:00
+ 6 other dates or times
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on
19 Feb to 21 Feb 2025
at
13:30 to 15:30
+ 1 other date or time