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Upcoming events

at Orford Ness National Nature Reserve

Walk with Us on Orford Ness 

Whether you are looking to get active, enjoy being out and about in nature or meet new friends, our free guided trails are for you.

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on
28 Apr 2026
at 10:30 to 13:00

Cold War Heritage Day 

Join us on Thursday 21 May, as we mark National Cold War Heritage Week.

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on
21 May 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00

Overnight stargazing on Orford Ness 

Join us for an overnight stay to gaze at the stars from Orford Ness.

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on
30 May 2026
at 17:00 to 23:55

Birds and Beasts walk 

Join one of our rangers on a guided walk around Orford Ness and discover how nature has taken over this once top-secret military testing site.

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on
10 Jun to 9 Sep 2026
at 09:30 to 12:30+ 3 other dates or times

Island of Secrets Walk 

Join us on a walk behind the usual 'no entry' signs into the heart of the Atomic Weapons Research Establishment (AWRE) area and learn more about Orford Ness' fascinating military past.

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13 Jun to 12 Sep 2026
at 09:30 to 12:30+ 5 other dates or times

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.

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on
18 Jul to 15 Aug 2026
at 09:30 to 12:30+ 2 other dates or times

Young Ranger Day 

Aged 5-12? Want to get up close to the nature that calls Orford Ness home? Then come along to our Young Ranger event and learn how our rangers care for this amazing place.

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on
29 Jul to 26 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 14:00+ 2 other dates or times