Rendlesham Revealed
Photo credit : Jim Pullen
Introduction
Learn about the history of an Augustinian Priory, about the burial rites of Anglo-Saxons, and how the long-lost remains of an Anglo-Saxon royal settlement were discovered here in the Deben valley.
Archaeological investigations at Rendlesham identified the site of the royal settlement in 2008 and has since revealed that it was active for almost 300 years, from the 5th to 8th centuries. Covering 50 hectares, the size of 70 football pitches, it is the largest and wealthiest settlement of its time known in England.
Walk the route 'In the Footsteps of King's', find and scan QR codes on the way unlocking audio and video about the amazing discoveries in Rendlesham. The audios and videos are also linked below so that you can enjoy learning before or after your walk if you prefer!
Route Overview
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The Church of St Gregory The Great
Listen to the history of the 14th century church, the burial rites of Anglo-Saxons, and the burial sites of Anglo-Saxon royalty.
Revealing Anglo Saxon Rendlesham
Discover how the long-lost remains of an Anglo-Saxon Royal settlement were discovered here in the Deben valley.
The Deben River Valley
Discover how geoarchaeological surveys investigated the River Deben near to the Anglo-Saxon royal settlement, learning about the environment and the course of the river through history.
The Augustinian Priory
Hear the history of the Augustinian Priory, founded in 1195AD for 21 nuns, which stood here for almost 400 years before being
supressed in 1536.
Rendlesham: An Introduction
A summary of Anglo-Saxon Rendlesham and the archaeological investigations, with interviews by Faye Minter and Christopher Scull.
Rendlesham Excavations and Great Hall
Interview with Prof. Christopher Scull, who explains what has been discovered during the archaeological excavations at Rendlesham in 2022 as part of the Rendlesham Revealed project led by Suffolk County Council and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
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