Ambresbury Banks and Long Running

Ambresbury Banks is one of two Iron Age earthworks in Epping Forest and is a Scheduled Monument - the other is nearby Loughton Camp. Ambresbury Bank is thought to have been built around 500 BC and, occupying one of the highest points in the Forest, is thought to have been a hill fort.

Long Running is an open area of former heathland and is located near to the Camp. It's covered with heather, sedge and purple moor grass and makes for a pleasant walk on sunny days.

At Ambresbury Banks you can soak up the magic of this historic place and see if you can imagine yourself back in time. Please be aware, however, that cycling and horse riding are not permitted at Ambresbury Banks. This is to protect the ancient site.  If you are walking in the area, please visit respectfully to ensure we protect this important place for future generations.  

Things to do at Ambresbury Bank and Long Running

• Pick up our Oak Trail to head toward Bell Common
• Look around the Iron Age remnants and imagine the Camp as it could have been
• Keep an eye out for deer and other Forest wildlife

Parking and travel info

By train

Ambresbury Bank and Long Running is a 2km (1.3 mile) walk from Theydon Bois station on the Central line.

By car

Parking is available at these car parks:

Please visit our car parking page for opening and closing times for each of our car parks.