Sutton Hoo | National Trust | Jan 2020 | Review
This Christmas My mum, very kindly, gave us a family annual membership to the National Trust. This type of gift, in my eye, is one of the most special gifts you can give! The opportunity to make memories all year through is something so heartwarming – So thanks mum!!
For our first family trip using our membership we decided to visit Sutton Hoo, which is quite local to us situated near Woodbridge (which is well worth a visit and one of our favourite spots). Sutton Hoo recently underwent a £4 million pound renovation that has really brought the history of this site to life, vital for one of the countries most important archaeological sites.
What to see & do?
The Royal Burial Mounds: The burial mounds at Sutton Hoo offer a fascinating insight into the world of Anglo-Saxons. There are many burial mounds within the site but the one at Mound One was the richest burial. Some reproductions can be seen in the exhibition hall, though. You can explore the mounds on your own or sign up for a guided tour.
The exhibition: We were impressed with the exhibition. Although it was small, it was well presented and the volunteer guides were very knowledgeable and friendly. The children loved getting “hands on” with history and had lots of fun dressing up as Anglo-Saxons!
Tranmer House: This is where we spent most of our time (other than the grounds), Tranmer House was the home of Mrs Edith Pretty who instigated and paid for the archaeological dig. The house overlooks the River Deben and offers views across the burial mounds. I absolutely loved this part and the children, though only 4 & 7 where completely engaged. There was an area where they could do their own drawings of an archaeological dig, lots of films and photos explaining the digs and discoveries.
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