Overnight Dawn Chorus
A chance to spend the night on Orford Ness and then rise early to listen to the dawn chorus on the Suffolk Coast.
- Booking essential
Come onto Orford Ness just as the general public are leaving and spend the night in our Basecamp accommodation. Rise early next morning for a walk with one of our rangers as we head out to hear the dawn chorus.
Please note this is an overnight event.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All Member | £60.00 |
| All Non-Member | £67.50 |
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 fully quipped, shared kitchen is available. Accommodation is in shared bunkhouse rooms. Dress for sudden weather changes. Wear good walking shoes.
- Accessibility
Includes ferry crossing - must be able to negotiate steep, and sometimes slippery, steps. Mostly made up paths, sometimes uneven.
Upcoming events
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, normally 'off-limits' to visitors.
Stargazing - Overnight on Orford Ness
The coastal location of Orford Ness offers some truly wonderful views of the night skies, affected only by the ports of Felixstowe to the South and Rotterdam faintly in the East. Join us for an overnight event gazing at the stars on Orford Ness.
Walk With A Ranger
Want to get a closer insight into why Orford Ness is designated a National Nature Reserve and how our management strategy ensures we protect this fragile landscape? Then join one of our Rangers on a walk through this unique landscape.
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.