High temperatures force Sutton Hoo site to close early

The Sutton Hoo National Trust site is closing early today. <i>(Image: Lucy Taylor)</i>
The Sutton Hoo National Trust site is closing early today. (Image: Lucy Taylor)
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A world famous National Trust site will close early following high forecast temperatures.

Sutton Hoo National Trust Site made the announcement on Monday morning.

They site usually closes at 5pm, but a spokesman said: "Due to high temperatures in the forecast, Sutton Hoo will be closing at 4pm today, with last entry at 3pm.

"If you're visiting, please remember to look after yourselves by wearing sun cream, a hat, and drinking plenty of water. It's cooler in our buildings and under shade and we also have drinking water available off the courtyard if you need to top up."

The UK Health Security Agency has not issued any weather warnings, following a record breaking May and June.

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