Island of Secrets Walk
Sun 23 Aug · 10:30
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve
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The Island of Secrets Walk event is free to attend and will take place at Orford Ness National Nature Reserve on 8 August 2026, where attendees can learn about the former Atomic Weapons Research Area. The event is part of the outdoors category and will start at 09:30.
Step beyond the usual ‘no access’ sign and take a guided walk through the former Atomic Weapons Research Area, where you'll learn more about the top-secret work that was carried out on Orford Ness during the early 20th century.
The walk will be led by members of IRGON (International Research Group Orford Ness), and although access to the interior of the buildings is no longer possible, it will bring you as close to these fascinating buildings as possible.
Please note: This is a guided walk around the AWRE only and does not include access to other parts of Orford Ness.
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Island of Secrets Walk takes place on Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Saturday, 12 September 2026.
Island of Secrets Walk is held at Orford Ness National Nature Reserve in Ipswich (Quay Street, Orford, Suffolk).
Entry to Island of Secrets Walk is free.
Tickets for Island of Secrets Walk can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Island of Secrets Walk
Editorial Summary
The Island of Secrets Walk event is free to attend and will take place at Orford Ness National Nature Reserve on 8 August 2026, where attendees can learn about the former Atomic Weapons Research Area. The event is part of the outdoors category and will start at 09:30.
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Organiser’s full description
Step beyond the usual ‘no access’ sign and take a guided walk through the former Atomic Weapons Research Area, where you'll learn more about the top-secret work that was carried out on Orford Ness during the early 20th century.
The walk will be led by members of IRGON (International Research Group Orford Ness), and although access to the interior of the buildings is no longer possible, it will bring you as close to these fascinating buildings as possible.
Please note: This is a guided walk around the AWRE only and does not include access to other parts of Orford Ness.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Island of Secrets Walk?
Island of Secrets Walk takes place on Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Saturday, 12 September 2026.
Where is Island of Secrets Walk taking place?
Island of Secrets Walk is held at Orford Ness National Nature Reserve in Ipswich (Quay Street, Orford, Suffolk).
How much are tickets for Island of Secrets Walk?
Entry to Island of Secrets Walk is free.
How do I get tickets for Island of Secrets Walk?
Tickets for Island of Secrets Walk can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Free Entry
Date
Until Saturday, 12 September 2026
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