Epping Forest is London’s largest open space, at approximately 6,000 acres. The forest stretches 12 miles from Manor Park in east London to just north of Epping in Essex.
The forest, which is of national and international conservation importance, with two thirds designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area of Conservation, provides a great visitor destination. Whether you wish to escape the urban sprawl and simply unwind, or if you want to take part in a sporting activity such as jogging, horse riding or cycling, Epping Forest has something for everyone.
There are numerous events and activities which take place across the Forest and there four Forest Centres to visit:
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Jubilee Pond, at the west end of Wanstead Flats is one of the most popular sites on Epping Forest and will be undergoing some much needed improvement works in 2013.
Our exciting five year Heritage Lottery funded project to bring the past to life and help preserve the Forest for the future.
Explore Epping Forest with our map (290kb)
Exhibition: A gift for all time–Queen Victoria’s first visit to the Forest in 1882 email:epping.forest@cityoflondon.gov.uk www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/eppingforest City of London Corporation event
Walk: Cattle at Work - Ladies that Munch email:epping.forest@cityoflondon.gov.uk www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/eppingforest City of London Corporation event