Portillo's Hidden History of Britain

S01E02 Orford Ness: Defence of the Realm

Michael Portillo explores four remarkable deserted sites, starting with Orford Ness, a place steeped in history. Once under the control of the Ministry of Defence for nearly a hundred years, it offers a glimpse into a time filled with espionage and global tensions. Even after its closure in 1993, the structures there remained cloaked in mystery, preserving stories of a world long gone.