Epping Forest

We had an incredible evening enjoying Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice by renowned touring theatre company, Illyria, on 22 July.  Thank you to all who joined us! Our final show of the season, Gilbert & Sullivan's HMS Pinafore, is on 8 August.  Book now: f.mtr.cool/ippsriumey

Start the #SummerHoliday fun at the Epping Forest Field Centre Open Day tomorrow, Friday 25 July, 10am - 3pm. We'll be there to talk about all things #EppingForest! Lots of activities for all the family throughout the day at the Epping Forest Field Centre, IG10 4AF 💚🌳

Are you a budding young photographer, who enjoys photographing #EppingForest? If so, join our Youth Photography Workshop on Tues 29 July, 11.30am - 1pm. Suitable for U18s (accompanied by an adult) & all abilities. Camera or phone required.  £5 per person: f.mtr.cool/vqcicgkkoq

We have an incredible apprenticeship opportunity to join #TeamEppingForest as Events Assistant Apprentice. You'll gain experience in planning, organising & delivering a wide range of events leading to a Level 3 Events Assistant qualification. Visit f.mtr.cool/loxhnrmgnf

Summer holiday event in #EppingForest 🌞🌳📸 Youth Photography Workshop on Tuesday 29 July, 11.30am - 1pm. Suitable for all U18s of any age (accompanied by an adult) & of any photography ability. Bring a camera or phone / device camera.  £5 per person: bit.ly/44aoI8i

#TeamEppingForest got together this week for a staff conference. This was another wonderful opportunity to share knowledge. This time our fantastic Estates team hosted the event & we learnt all about the great work they do & helped build a frame for our own bug hotel!

The floating reedbed in Heronry Pond, #WansteadPark, is flourishing. The 160m2 reedbed, funded by Britvic & installed by @Thames21 in February, is now a vibrant habitat for insects above & below the water!  It's also doing an amazing job as a natural barrier, filtering the water.

Could you be our new #EppingForest Access and Development Manager? For full details and to apply for this exciting opportunity to join #TeamEppingForest: bit.ly/4kJrc2t Closing date 25 August. #CityOfLondon #CountrysideCareers #EppingForestJobs

We're proud to once again receive the #GreenFlagAward and #GreenHeritageSite Awards! Our grateful thanks to the dedicated staff at #TeamEppingForest & the many volunteers & volunteer groups who have helped us achieve these prestigious awards for 2025! cityoflondon.gov.uk/eppingforest

Another #Dragonfly for you in #DragonflyWeek! Our Volunteer Photographer, Robin Pettitt, has captured this four spotted chaser in #EppingForest beautifully! 👏📸 Share any photographs of #Dragonflies or #Summer in the woodland this year, using #EppingForestSummer25 💚🌳🌞

A huge THANK YOU to @LondonFire  for tackling the fire on #WansteadFlats this afternoon - The fire is now out. The Forest is at HIGH fire risk right now - please always follow our byelaws and signage: • No Fires • No BBQs • No Littering • Dispose of cigarettes responsibly

We are working closely with the London Fire Brigade, who are responding to a grass fire at Wanstead Flats. Our trained teams are also on site, supporting their efforts.  For updated information, please follow @LondonFire