Orford Ness Nature Reserve
Right next door to Aldeburgh, it is an Internationally important nature reserve, with a fascinating 20th-century military history
Contains a significant portion of the European reserve of vegetated shingle habitat, which is internationally scarce, highly fragile and very easily damaged.
the lakes at Orford Ness
The pergodas that were used for military experiments
Since before the first world war there has been a military presence, and secret testing facilities have been present for most of this time. Due to the usual British love of secrecy and the remote location along with the strange nature of some of the experimental procedures undertaken here, many legends have grown up about this place.
To the casual observer, Orford Ness may appear to be just a vast, desolate landscape. A stark reminder of the Cold War era and the struggle for nuclear supremacy. Upon closer inspection, you will find a habitat that is abundant with wildlife, and that contains a rich history dating back to the 17th century.
It is a National Trust site and they charge for ferry access, around the site is on foot only, but tractor-drawn trailer tours operate first Sat of the month, July – Sept,
Booking is essential. Some military buildings (eg 'pagodas') accessible only on guided events. No dogs or cycles
Quay Office, Orford Quay, Orford, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 2NU
Telephone: 01728 648024
nationaltrust.org.uk
Stay at Pelican Cottage
a delightfully modernised Victorian fisherman's cottage with four star accommodation right in the heart of Aldeburgh high street with the beach close by.
It has three bedrooms sleeping four adults and two children in bunk beds. There is an enclosed patio garden and games room and is available all year round for weekly rental and weekend breaks.
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