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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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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.
20/20 Creativity Challenge

Address

39-41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1EL

museum@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

Waltham Abbey

The Epping Forest Creative Network have put together a fun quiz and creative challenge for you
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
Fly Spitfire, Harvard or Moth

Address

Aero Legends, The Squadron, North Weald Airfield, North Weald, Essex, CM16 6HR

Telephone
01622 812830

info@aerolegends.co.uk

North Weald Airfield, North Weald

Relive the flying experiences of Battle of Britain pilots using authentically restored wartime aircraft from a Battle of Britain airfield.
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…
Get To Know Animals Mini Zoo

Address

Forest Lodge Commercial Complex, High Road, Epping, Essex, CM16 5HW

Telephone
020 8923 3456

info@gtka.co.uk

Epping

An indoor mini zoo offering a mega experience featuring rehoused and rescued animals with an emphasis on care and conservation
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
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.
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
Essex Music Education Hub - Music@Home

Address

County Hall, Market Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1QH

Telephone
0333 0138953

musichub@essex.gov.uk

Chelmsford

From Beethoven to Vaughan Williams, listen and explore the beautiful symphonies of classical to folk music with the Essex Music Education Hub
Thornwood Springs Trout Fishery

Address

Carpenters Arms Lane, Thornwood, Epping, CM16 6LR

Telephone
07588 669255

peter@thornwoodtroutfishery.com

Epping

Thornwood Springs Trout Fishery - for the discerning fly fisherman with great fly life, wildlife and much more.
Harlow Museum and Walled Gardens

Address

Muskham Road, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2LF

Telephone
07568 103852

corrinadunlea@gmail.com

Harlow

Beautiful grounds and home to an amazing cycle collection charting the history of the bicycle.
Epping Forest District Museum

Address

39-41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1EL

Telephone
01992 716882

museum@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

Waltham Abbey

Telling the story of the Epping Forest district through a collection of over 50,000 objects
Lucien Pissarro

Address

39 Sun Street, WALTHAM ABBEY, Essex, EN9 1EL

WALTHAM ABBEY

During his first stay in Epping between 1893 – 1895 Lucien produced some 23 oil paintings of Epping as well as a number of watercolours.
Adventure 001 Helicopter Pleasure Flights

Address

North Weald Airfield, Merlin Way, North Weald, Epping, Essex, CM16 6HR

Telephone
01753 642 440

bok@adventure001.com

North Weald, Epping

What better way to see the county of Essex, then by helicopter? Flights are available at least two weekends all year long and prices start from just £29.00.
National Jazz Archive

Address

Loughton Library, Traps Hill, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1HD

Telephone
020 8502 4701

enquiries@nationaljazzarchive.org.uk

Loughton

Working for the past, present and future of jazz
Epping Ongar Railway

Address

Station Approach, Ongar, Essex, CM5 9BN

Telephone
01277 365200

enquiries@eorailway.co.uk

Ongar

Step back in time with us and experience the romance of steam and heritage travel in bygone times as you pass through picturesque countryside, beautiful forest and historic towns. We are both the longest heritage railway in Essex and the closest to…

Price
Price £7.00 to £34.00 Per Ticket
The National Speedway Museum

Address

Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, EN10 7QA

Telephone
01992 470490

info@pwpark.com

Broxbourne

A great day out for all the family - speedway and wild animals!
Redwings Ada Cole Horse Sanctuary

Address

Redwings Ada Cole Visitor Centre, Broadlands, Epping Road, Roydon, Essex, EN9 2DH

adacole.vc@redwings.co.uk

Epping Road, Roydon

Redwings Ada Cole is a Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction where animal lovers can meet over 70 rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules nose-to-nose – and, best of all, it’s completely FREE!
Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge

Address

6 Rangers Road, Chingford, E4 7QH

Telephone
020 7332 1911

Chingford

Discover the Forest and its Royal Tudor connections

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