“Beat the rush,”: that's the advice from Suffolk's largest holiday lettings provider after news broke* earlier this week of Nicole Kidman and Ralph Fiennes negotiating to star in a new big budget film, “The Dig”. The film, based on the book of the same name by John Preston, is due to start being shot in the summer of 2019 and revolves around the true story of Sutton Hoo, near Woodbridge, the greatest ever Anglo Saxon archaeological find in the UK, a.k.a. 'Britain's Tutenkhamun'.

Discovered in 1939, the film will focus on the relationship between land owner Edith Pretty -one of the driving forces behind the excavation project - and Basil Brown, a self-taught Suffolk archaeologist employed by the widow.

The news about the film follows the successful lottery bid and plans approved for a new, £4m, 17 -feet viewing platform and visitor centre improvements, work which will be finished by 2021 and is set to transform the tourist experience.

“Whilst Sutton Hoo is currently a fascinating place to visit, these announcements will see visitor numbers soar to the area and, as the county's largest holiday lettings provider, we are ideally placed to offer the best choice in terms of self-catering accommodation,” says Sally Owen, Brand Manager for Suffolk Secrets.

Here's the best of the best in Sutton Hoo Accommodation

The Harbour Master's House, Woodbridge

Distance from Sutton Hoo: Opposite

Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

Nautically themed throughout and on the newly-developed quayside where a full-size replica of the Sutton Hoo burial ship has been created, what could be a more fitting place to stay when visiting an Anglo Saxon boat and its artefacts? Whether you want to view the site on the opposite bank using the telescope, or simply watch the boats and people from the private balcony or comfort of your sofa or armchair, this newly built holiday property is a harbourmasters dream, let alone house.

Price from £458 for a 3 night short break or from £610 per week

How to book: Suffolk Secrets, T. 01502 722717 www.suffolk-secrets.co.uk

The Old Granary, Woodbridge

Distance from Sutton Hoo: Opposite

Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Located on the riverbank opposite Sutton Hoo's sprawling grounds and almost next door to Woodbridge's historic Tide Mill (now a working museum), the white washed weatherboard which surround The Old Granary are mindful of the boats found on the river Deben rather than the ancient one discovered at Sutton Hoo.

Overlooking that river, The Granary is a perfect place to relax, look out over Sutton Hoo and, once filming starts next summer, maybe catch a glimpse of its famous acting stars.

Price from £630 for a 3 night short break or from £840 per week.

How to book: Suffolk Secrets, T. 01502 722717 www.suffolk-secrets.co.uk

The Old Warehouse, Woodbridge 

Distance from Sutton Hoo: 3 mile drive

Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 dogs allowed

USP's: New York style loft living

No 1930's interiors relics here, rather, “a taste of Manhattan in a market town”, is what's on offer thanks to a brand-new holiday let in Woodbridge, Suffolk. Whilst this ultra-modern industrial conversion brings to mind New York loft living thanks to its iron and steel girders and exposed brick walls, pet-friendly 'The Old Warehouse' does have an intriguing history.

Dating back to 1828, this tucked away property, just off the main Thoroughfare, has been used in various ways since, from its original purpose as a Wesleyan Meeting house, to corset factory and furniture bonding warehouse. Today, though, the thoroughly contemporary building offers holiday makers sumptuous seating and soft furnishings throughout, a wood burner, three bedrooms, open plan living with a separate snug.

Price from £544 for a 3-night short break or from £725 per week

How to book: Suffolk Secrets, T. 01502 722717 www.suffolk-secrets.co.uk

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Notes to Editors

*Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-6191419/BAZ-BAMIGBOYE-Nicole-Kidman-Ralph-Fiennes-talks-star-new-film.html

For more information about Sutton Hoo's history, click on 'Story behind the treasure'

For more information about Sutton Hoo National Trust centre, click here

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