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The Epping Forest district covers rolling countryside including forest and farmland surrounding towns villages and hamlets. Each area is an attraction in its own right but some of the more outstanding places to visit include the Epping Ongar heritage railway, the historic towns of Waltham Abbey and Ongar, the world's oldest wooden church at Greensted, Copped Hall and of course Epping Forest and Lee Valley.

For those interested in exploring the district's past, the museum in Waltham Abbey is the ideal starting point. For aviation enthusiasts, a trip to North Weald Airfield is a must - and even if heritage flying isn't for you, the airfield has places to eat and a large open-air market on Saturdays and on Bank Holidays.

For families there's plenty to see and do at Ashlyns Farm or visit the Redwing Ada Cole Horse Sanctuary or Lee Valley Animal Adventure Park.

For the more adventurous, the forest is the ideal place for mountain biking, horse riding or just walking. Rope Runners can be found just beyond Ongar at the Secret Nuclear Bunker and a visit to the Lee Valley White Water Centre just outside Waltham Abbey will demonstrate there’s something for everyone at this Olympic venue.

Whatever your interest, from paintball to jazz, there’s more than enough to see and do across Epping Forest – and for those planning to make the most of it all by staying, there’s London right on the doorstep and a tube ride away.

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The Essex Way

Address

Epping Tube Station (starts), Epping Forest District, Essex, CM16 4HW

Epping Forest District

Starting at Epping Station, walk the Essex Way and celebrate some of the finest countryside in the county!
The path will lead you through ancient woodlands, open farmland, tree-lined river valleys and leafy green lanes, visiting historic towns and…
North Weald Redoubt

Address

High Road, North Weald, Essex, CM16 6BU

North Weald

North Weald Redoubt, one of the London Mobilisation Centres planned in 1888 and completed in 1904. A rare survivor of a chain of defensive buildings and forts.
Lee Valley Wildlife Discovery Centre

Address

Fishers Green Car Park, Stubbins Hall Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 2EF

Telephone
03000 030 644

wildlifediscoverycentre@leevalleypark.org.uk

Waltham Abbey

A state of the art wildlife centre with a viewing tower, open throughout the year.
North Weald Airfield Museum

Address

Ad Astra House, Hurricane Way, North Weald, EPPING, Essex, CM16 6AA

Telephone
01992 523010

secretary@nwamuseum.co.uk

North Weald, EPPING

An insight into the history of this great airfield. The importance it played during wartime, the people, the technology, the history and the community.
The Royal Gunpowder Mills

Address

Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1JY

Telephone
01992 707370

info@royalgunpowdermills.com

Waltham Abbey

The Royal Gunpowder Mills are opening in a different way in 2024 - find out more
North Weald & District Miniature Railway

Address

Harlow Garden Centre, Canes Lane, Hastingwood, Essex, CM17 9LD

nwdmrail@gmail.com

Canes Lane, Hastingwood

Journey with North Weald & District Miniature Railway in the grounds of Harlow Garden Centre
Lee Valley Regional Park

Address

Bulls Cross, Enfield, Middx, EN2 9HG

Telephone
03000030610

ifo@leevalleypark.org.uk

Enfield

From London 2012 venues to campsites, heritage sites, cycling, walking, white water rafting, ice skating, horse riding, nature reserves and wide open spaces - you name it and its likely to be waiting for you in the Lee Valley.
North Weald Airfield

Address

Merlin Way, North Weald, Essex, CM16 6HR

Telephone
01992 564200

North Weald

There’s much more to historic North Weald than just the Airfield! Lots to see, lots going on and amazing themed cafes to eat and watch the heritage warbirds come and go.
Lee Valley Wild Fowl Walk

Address

Sun Street, WALTHAM ABBEY, Essex, EN9 1EL

Telephone
01992 716882

WALTHAM ABBEY

Explore the wild life of the Lee Valley Park wetlands on this trail around the river, canal and lakes.
RGM Rocket Vault & Armoury

Address

Royal Gunpowder Mills, Beaulieu Drive, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1JY

Telephone
01992 707370

info@royalgunpowdermills.com

Waltham Abbey

Two of the Royal Gunpowder Mills most popular exhibits - the Armoury and the Rocket Vault
Medieval Ongar

Address

Ongar, Essex, CM5 9JG

Ongar

After conquest by William Duke of Normandy, Saxon lands became the property of Norman overlords. In some instances rewards of land were given to allies who fought alongside them, and none was more important or well connected as the new overlord of…
Loughton Camp Iron Age Hill Fort

Address

Epping Forest, Loughton, Essex

Loughton

One of two Iron Age Forts within Epping Forest which legend says was the site of Dick Turpin's cave
Theydon Bois Earthworks Sculpture and Woodland

Address

Abridge Road, Theydon Bois, Essex

Theydon Bois

Planted by local people and featuring a meadow, orchard and an earthwork sculpture visible from the M11, the young wood at Theydon Bois is a popular destination for dog walkers and nature lovers alike.
Waltham Abbey Church

Address

Highbridge Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1DG

Telephone
01992 767897

parish.office@walthamabbeychurch.co.uk

Waltham Abbey

Waltham Abbey Church and its grounds are steeped in history and Royal connections. Experience the magnificent interior, enjoy the grounds and explore the town centre and museum for a great day out.
Abbey Performing Arts Videos

Address

Waltham Abbey Town Hall, Highbridge Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1DE

Waltham Abbey

Abbey Performing Arts Videos for the Epping Forest Festival of Culture 2021
Epping Forest

Address

The Warren, Loughton, Essex, IG10 4RW

Telephone
020 7332 1911

epping.forest@cityoflondon.gov.uk

Loughton

Epping Forest, London's largest open space, is a registered charity managed by the City of London. Whether you wish to escape into the countryside and unwind, or need space to do something a little more active, Epping Forest has it covered.
Gunpowder Park

Address

Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 3GP

Telephone
03000 030 610

info@leevalleypak.org.uk

Waltham Abbey

Gunpowder Park in Waltham Abbey, a dynamic park regenerated from a former munitions testing ground and split into four very different zones for walkers, cyclists and summer horse riders.
Swaines Green Wildlife Site

Address

Coronation Hill, Epping, Essex, CM16 5DU

swainesgreen@gmail.com

Epping

A ich mosaic of open rough grassland, ancient hedgerows, scrub and developing woodland, with a stream and a pond.
Waltham Abbey Gardens, Dragonfly Sanctuary & Cornmill Meadows Walk

Address

Epping Forest District Museum, Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1EL

Waltham Abbey

A 3 mile walk through flooded grassland, ponds, rivers, across areas designated as a site of Special Scientific interest.
The John Collins Cycle Collection

Address

The Harlow Museum, Muskham Road, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2LF

Telephone
07568 103852

corrinadunlea@gmail.com

Harlow

An amazing cycle collection charting the history of the bicycle.

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