A virtual tour of Sutton Hoo from the Anglo Saxons to the dig

It was one of the most amazing archaeological finds ever discovered. Hidden in the soil of eastern England for one and half thousand years were glittering riches of gold, silver and garnets, an exquisitely crafted helmet and a long ship. They revolutionised our view of the ‘dark ages’ and the island’s connection to the rest of the world.
Equally interesting in the Sutton Hoo narrative is the story of the excavation itself, just before the Second World War, its different characters, the craving for glory, friction between professionals and amateurs and the excitement of finding the treasures that ‘shone in the sunshine as on the day they were buried’.
And at the centre of it all, there was a strong woman whose hunch was brought to her by her dreams, who desired to give credit where it was due and generously bequeath the treasures to the nation.
We use Google earth, site maps, paintings, photos and diary entries, and of course the stories live-streamed by a former official British Museum Tour guide to bring it all alive.
Virtual Tour details:
Time: approximately 60 minutes
Via Zoom

How to join the virtual tour:
Book your tickets here.
I'll email you the Zoom meeting link on the morning of the tour (please check your spam folder as well).
Five minutes before start time, click on the link, log in and enjoy the tour.
Please put your microphone on mute, but you will be able to unmute and ask questions at the end of every stop.
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