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Ancient woodland and former royal forest in Essex and Greater London
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Wooded hills more than 100m above sea level slope downwards from High Beach towards the River Lee, with views across the Lee Valley into Hertfordshire.
Once home to T. E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia), Pole Hill rises 91 metres above low-lying London. Spot City skyscrapers from more than 10 mi away.
Viewpoint with a panorama of North London, from the Lee Valley reservoirs to city high rises.
Legend has it, Amesbury Banks was the site of Boudica's last stand against the Romans in 61 AD, but there is no evidence to support this, according to local historians. Earthworks thought to have been built around 500 BC are signposted from the main path.
Deer roam protected from harm in the sanctuary near Theydon Bois, with footpaths around the perimeter.
A museum of Tudor history at Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge, built in 1543 for King Henry VIII and renovated by order of Queen Elizabeth I. The lodge's top floor has a forest view, and the Epping Forest Visitor Centre at Chingford features a gift shop, exhibitions and a year-round events calendar.
A much-loved stop-off in High Beach, with views across the Lea Valley. Oysters are native to the Essex coast and a local delicacy.
A popular, traditional English pub.
A popular spot with visitors, featuring a large bar and large pub garden. It also hosts events.
Dog friendly pub near the edge of Epping Forest, serving food, including meals for dogs. Family friendly with a playground.
By train
Oyster and Contactless cards are valid for travel at all stations in the area.
By bus
In Essex, you can get to parts of Epping Forest from Harlow (routes 20, 21, 31), North Weald (18, 20) and Ongar (20).
By car
The City of London Corporation owns and runs several car parks throughout Epping Forest, which are signposted from main routes. Car parking charges apply.
By bike
National Cycle Network runs along the western edge of Epping Forest, through the Lee Valley.
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