Overnight Dawn Chorus
Spend a rare night on Orford Ness and rise early for the dawn chorus.
- Booking essential
Come onto Orford Ness and spend the night in our Basecamp accommodation. Rise early the next morning and head out for a walk with one of our rangers to hear the dawn chorus.
Please note this is an overnight event.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All Member | £60.00 |
| All Non-membr | £69.50 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 2491895 In the event of extreme weather or very bad light the event may be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Suitability
Not suitable for children.
- Meeting point
Meet on Orford Quay at 4.30pm for a ferry crossing at 5pm on Saturday. Return ferry on Sunday at 9.30am. Park in public pay and display car park (not NT).
- What to bring and wear
Bring food and bedding for your stay. A shared kitchen is available and accommodation is in shared bunkhouse rooms. Dress for sudden weather changes. Wear good walking shoes.
- Accessibility
Orford Ness is only accessible by ferry which is accessed by a set of steep and sometimes slippery steps. The walk itself is mostly made up paths and has some uneven terrain.
Upcoming events
Island of Secrets Walk
Join us on a walk past the usual 'no entry' signs into the heart of the Atomic Weapons Research Establishment area and learn about these fascinating buildings.
Orford Ness Half Day Trailer Tour
Take a leisurely guided tour of the Ness in our 24 seat passenger trailer, including access to the Cold War Atomic Weapons Research Establishment area which is normally 'off-limits' to visitors.
Overnight Astrophotography Experience
Awed by the night sky? Wish you could capture its magnificence? Join astronomers Chris Greenfield and Paul Howarth on Orford Ness overnight and learn how to take amazing photos of the stars.