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Get ready for a jam-packed Summer of Play at Sutton Hoo. Head to our play arena, located near Tranmer House where you'll find a whole host of play activities in our Anglo-Saxon warrior inspired Summer of Play. Practise your sword and shield techniques, race on the Anglo-Saxon hobby horses, challenge yourself in the games zone, relax in the storytelling tree and get creative in the early years zone. On select dates there will be special events taking place in the play arena including archery, axe throwing, arts and crafts, Anglo-Saxon living history, wargaming and storytelling. All these events are free with site admission. Return to our 'What's On' page for special event dates. Keepers Cafe, situated within the play area next to the early years play zone will be open serving a range of food and drink. If it's a rainy day there are plenty of play activities indoors. Visit Tranmer House and dress up as an archaeologist, make an Anglo-Saxon inspired LEGO or DUPLO creation and settle down in the Discovery Room with a range of craft activities. In the High Hall exhibition get dressed up as an Anglo-Saxon, design your own cloisonne patterns and get hands-on with how the Anglo-Saxons made textiles.

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