[4] Henry III granted Orford its first charter and the town returned a member of parliament in 1298, although it did not function as a constituency throughout the 14th century.

[5] The population of Orford greatly increases during the summer months, partly due to its flourishing sailing club.

In common with other Suffolk coastal towns and villages, a substantial number of properties in Orford are holiday or second homes.

[6] As well as the Castle, Orford's attractions include river cruises, three pubs, a renowned traditional bakery, a smokehouse and a restaurant; the Butley-Orford Oysterage.

Orford was rated as among the "20 most beautiful villages in the UK and Ireland" by Condé Nast Traveler in 2020 and its castle as "worthy of a storybook".