
SPECIAL EVENT: 'Captivating Nature - Wildlife of Britain & Beyond' Presentation by Des Ong
2026
Tues 31st Mar 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pmTo be held at The Rugby Club, Raven Park, Cuckoo Farm Way, Colchester CO4 5YX
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Des Ong, an award-winning professional wildlife photographer based in the UK. Born in the tropics, Des developed a lifelong passion for the natural world, blending his love of art and nature into a remarkable career.
Des’s exceptional talent has earned him recognition in prestigious competitions, including the British Wildlife Photography Awards and Wildlife Photographer of the Year, with his work widely published in acclaimed galleries and publications. He is also a dedicated advocate for primate conservation, using his platform and proceeds to support this vital cause.
From the snow-capped mountains of the north to the lush tropical rain forests he calls home, Des’s photography captures the breathtaking beauty and diversity of wildlife across the globe. In this captivating talk, he will take us behind the lens to explore a typical year in the life of a wildlife photographer, sharing award-winning imagery and inspiring stories from Britain’s wilderness and beyond. This is the highlight of the year - don’t miss it!
Tickets are only £12.50 and available to all through Eventbrite.