WildlifeHidden gem
Orford Ness
Orford, East of England
A shingle spit used for secret Cold War weapons tests, now a National Trust nature reserve reached by ferry.
- Cost
- Paid
- Booking
- Best to book
- Time to allow
- 4 hours
Take the ferry from Orford Quay and follow a marked trail through old research buildings and wild shingle. It's weather and season dependent, so check opening. Great for birds and eerie atmosphere.
- Best time
- Dry day
- Open
- Spring to autumn, selected days
- Getting there
- Orford Quay car park, ferry crossing
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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