Sutton Hoo Map

Detailed Street Map of Sutton Hoo Suffolk & Guide to the Tourist Destination

Sutton Hoo Map Suffolk: Interactive map of Sutton Hoo, displaying the tourist destination situated in the county of Suffolk, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls to display a detailed street map of Sutton Hoo and the surrounding areas, showing Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite and Melford Railway Station.

Other facilities near Sutton Hoo, some of which may also be visible on the map are Sutton Hoo Visitor Centre, The King's River Café, Woodbridge Antiques Centre, East Suffolk Council Offices, Woodbridge Tide Mill Museum, The Angel, Browsers Bookshop, The Tea Hut, The Crown at Woodbridge, River Deben Cruises, Tesco Express, East Suffolk Medical Group, Riverside Theatre, Woodbridge Library, The Galley Restaurant, Honey & Harvey, New Street Market, East Suffolk Pain Clinic, Queen's Head Inn, Turners of Melton, The Thoroughfare Deli, East Coast Hospice Shop, The Cherry Tree Inn, Notcutts Garden Centre, Woodbridge Emporium, East Suffolk Leisure Centre, The Red Lion, The Table Woodbridge, Seckford Hall Hotel & Spa, The Woodbridge Boat Yard, Melton Station, The Cake Shop Bakery, The Firestation Café, The Turban Centre, Glenham Hall Events, Melton Day Nursery, Deben Willowcare, Oak Hill Surgery, The Angel Care Home, The Granary Tea Room, Barrack House Antiques, Maritime Woodbridge Exhibition, Tide Mill Way Apartments, Wyevale Garden Centre, Suffolk Heritage Garden Design, St Mary's Church, Woodbridge Pharmacy, Abbey School, Crossfit Deben, The Coach House Melton.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Woodbridge, Melton, Ufford, Bredfield, Eyke, Bromeswell, Pettistree, Rendlesham, Little Bealings, Great Bealings, Hasketon, Martlesham, Waldringfield, Martlesham Heath, Clopton, Wickham Market, Campsea Ashe, Blaxhall, Snape, Tunstall, Iken, Orford, Chillesford, Butley, Capel St Andrew, Sutton, Alderton, Ramsholt, Hollesley, Shottisham, Bawdsey, Kirton, Newbourne, Levington, Nacton, Felixstowe, Trimley St Martin, Trimley St Mary, Kesgrave, Rushmere St Andrew, Grundisburgh, Otley, Tuddenham St Martin, Westerfield, Playford, Debach, Burgh, Monewden, Letheringham, Easton, Marlesford.

Sutton Hoo is one of those places that lingers in your mind long after you've left. Tucked into the gentle Suffolk countryside just across the River Deben from Woodbridge, it's a National Trust site that tells stories buried for centuries—quite literally. It's peaceful, green, open, and full of atmosphere, with sweeping views across the valley, ancient burial mounds rising from the grass, and the kind of hush that makes you feel you've stepped somewhere quietly sacred.

The history of Sutton Hoo is as rich as it gets. In 1939, just before the war, an extraordinary discovery was made under one of the mounds—a ship burial packed with Anglo-Saxon treasure. It's now thought to be the final resting place of King Rædwald of East Anglia, dating from the early 7th century. What was found there—gold, weapons, ornaments, and the famous ceremonial helmet—completely changed what historians knew about early medieval England. The burial site revealed a culture that was sophisticated, connected with mainland Europe, and brimming with power and belief. The finds themselves are mostly housed in the British Museum, but the original site, with its on-site museum, replica ship and interactive displays, offers something just as stirring.

Around Sutton Hoo, there's more than enough to fill a relaxed day or two. Woodbridge is just across the river—a lovely little town full of charm, with its tide mill, independent shops, and riverside walks. There's a good mix of tea rooms, pubs and galleries to poke your head into, and the town often has markets and live music going on. A short drive takes you to Orford Castle, one of English Heritage's gems, with its polygonal keep and panoramic views. Rendlesham Forest is close by too, perfect for walking, cycling or just finding a quiet spot under the trees. The Deben Estuary itself is a treat for birdwatchers and photographers, full of big skies and rare species.

If you're exploring more of Suffolk while you're at it, you won't be short of options. Snape Maltings is a cultural highlight with its concert hall, shops and galleries along the River Alde. Aldeburgh and Southwold both offer that quintessential Suffolk seaside feel, full of fish and chips, quirky shops, and endless coastal walks. You've also got Framlingham Castle for your Tudor fix, and further inland, Lavenham, which looks like it dropped straight out of a storybook. RSPB Minsmere offers an incredible slice of wild Suffolk, with marshland, dunes and one of the best chances to spot bitterns, avocets and marsh harriers.

Sutton Hoo's pretty easy to reach, even if it feels a world away. The A12 runs nearby, making access by car straightforward whether you're coming from Ipswich, Lowestoft or further afield. The nearest train station is Woodbridge, which connects to Ipswich and the wider network, including services to London Liverpool Street. Bus services link Woodbridge to surrounding villages and towns, and there's a decent taxi service if you're looking to hop between spots without driving. For flights, your best bet is Norwich International Airport or London Stansted, both around an hour to ninety minutes away depending on traffic.

Suffolk is one of those counties that sneaks up on you. It doesn't shout, but it sticks with you—rolling fields, secret beaches, historic market towns, and skies that go on forever. There's a strong sense of place here, with deep ties to farming, the sea and ancient traditions. Whether you're tucked up in a cosy pub after a long walk or exploring crumbling castle walls, there's a quiet magic to Suffolk. It's proud of its past, but it doesn't get stuck in it, and there's always something fresh to stumble across, whether it's art in a repurposed barn or local produce served up in a tucked-away café.

Some More Nearby Places: Woodbridge, Melton, Ufford, Bredfield, Eyke, Bromeswell, Pettistree, Rendlesham, Little Bealings, Great Bealings, Hasketon, Martlesham, Waldringfield, Martlesham Heath, Clopton, Wickham Market, Campsea Ashe, Blaxhall, Snape, Tunstall, Iken, Orford, Chillesford, Butley, Capel St Andrew, Sutton, Alderton, Ramsholt, Hollesley, Shottisham, Bawdsey, Kirton, Newbourne, Levington, Nacton, Felixstowe, Trimley St Martin, Trimley St Mary, Kesgrave, Rushmere St Andrew, Grundisburgh, Otley, Tuddenham St Martin, Westerfield, Playford, Debach, Burgh, Monewden, Letheringham, Easton, Marlesford.

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