Shield Wall - Join the Warband

Fri 7 Aug · 12:30

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At Sutton Hoo in Ipswich on 7 August 2026, there is a warrior training session advertised. Participants can join Anglo-Saxon warriors to learn shield techniques during this thirty-minute period.

Develop your warrior skills in an exciting 30-minute warrior training session at Sutton Hoo. Meet our Anglo-Saxon warriors who will teach you shield and sword techniques, ready to join the king's warband!

This activity is free with site admission. Book for the activity here (one ticket per participant) and pay for admission on the day. Admission is free for National Trust members. Suitable for ages 6 - 12, children must be supervised at all times.

Part of Summer of Play at Sutton Hoo.

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Shield Wall - Join the Warband takes place on Friday, 7 August 2026 at 12:30. The event runs until Friday, 28 August 2026.

Shield Wall - Join the Warband is held at Sutton Hoo in Ipswich (Tranmer House, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, Suffolk).

Tickets for Shield Wall - Join the Warband can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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Shield Wall - Join the Warband

📅 Friday, 7 August 2026 – Friday, 28 August 2026🕖 12:30📍 Sutton Hoo

Editorial Summary

At Sutton Hoo in Ipswich on 7 August 2026, there is a warrior training session advertised. Participants can join Anglo-Saxon warriors to learn shield techniques during this thirty-minute period.

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Part of Summer of Play at Sutton Hoo.

Description supplied by the event organiser.

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Sutton Hoo

Tranmer House, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, Suffolk

Deben, Ipswich

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When is Shield Wall - Join the Warband?

Shield Wall - Join the Warband takes place on Friday, 7 August 2026 at 12:30. The event runs until Friday, 28 August 2026.

Where is Shield Wall - Join the Warband taking place?

Shield Wall - Join the Warband is held at Sutton Hoo in Ipswich (Tranmer House, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, Suffolk).

How do I get tickets for Shield Wall - Join the Warband?

Tickets for Shield Wall - Join the Warband can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.