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Wanstead Park
Wanstead Park is grazed by our conservation herd of longhorn cattle in September. If you see our cows while in the area, please be mindful that they are livestock and not pets, keep a respectful distance, and keep dogs on leads around them.
Wanstead Park was once a sculpted landscape surrounding the great Wanstead House, often compared to Blenheim Palace. Though the house is gone, the park remains and provides a perfect venue for relaxing and escaping the urban sprawl.
The park is also home to The Temple, one of our Visitor Centres - once a rich man's folly, and nowadays home to art and history exhibitions and the story of Wanstead House.
Things to do and see
- Visit The Temple on selected days to discover the story of Wanstead Park and see our latest exhibitions
- Explore the Park with our circular Chestnut Trail
- Bring your bike and enjoy a leisurely ride on the Park's main paths
- Enjoy a picnic at the water's edge, on the grass or under the trees
- Spend the day fishing at Perch Pond or the Ornamental Waters
- Bring your binoculars and enjoy watching the many species of bird and waterfowl
Epping Forest map PDF (256KB)
Date submitted: 11/20/19Explore the length and breadth of Epping Forest with our official map, showing paths, trails, car parks, train stations, things to do, toilets and everything else you need to plan your day out.
Chestnut trail PDF (400KB)
Date submitted: 11/20/19Enjoy a grand tour of Wanstead Park's finest sights
Parking and travel info
By train
Wanstead Park is a 1km (0.6 mile) walk from Wanstead station or a 2.3km (1.4 mile) walk from Redbridge station - both on the Central Line.
By bus
The 66, 101, 145, 308, W12, W13 and W14 all serve the area around the Park.
By car
Street parking is available in the surrounding area. A small, dedicated disabled car park is located next to the Temple with access from Warren Road.