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Walking And Painting The Landscape

Have you ever thought of drawing on a daily basis? Join artists Simon Carter and Susan Barnet on a walk to inspire you to do just that.

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Renowned painter Simon Carter takes workshop participants on a walk through the wild Orford Ness landscape. Drawing and painting as we go, Simon will share the details of his own practice which consists of walking and drawing as a daily activity. This practice affords a way of observing and recording landscape that translates topographical points to marks on a page.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All Member£70.00
All Non member£79.50

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

Adults only

Meeting point

Check in at the National Trust ticket office on Orford Quay at 9.15am for ferry crossing at 9.30am.

What to bring and wear

Orford Ness is an exposed landscape and weather can change suddenly. Bring warm layers and good walking shoes.

Accessibility

Involves ferry crossing - must be able to negotiate steep and sometimes slippery steps. Mostly made up paths once on site.

Contact info

Central Booking Office

Upcoming events

Event

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.

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on
17 May to 17 Oct 2025
at
09:30 to 12:30
+ 10 other dates or times
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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 May to 26 Oct 2025
at
09:30 to 12:30
+ 10 other dates or times
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Overnight Astrophotography Experience 

Awed by the night sky? Wish you could capture its magnificence? Join astronomers Chris and Jason on Orford Ness overnight and learn how to take amazing photos of the stars.

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on
24 May 2025
at
17:00 to 23:55
Event

Off the Beaten Track 

Join us on an eight-mile walk that takes you off the usual visitor route.

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on
6 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00