Discover Hainault Forest
Hainault Forest is an area of natural beauty right on London’s doorstep. And for millions of people it’s just a tube ride away.
Some say it’s one of the capital’s best kept secrets. But the secret is starting to get out. A large part has survived untouched since the Middle Ages with many trees alive since the time of Shakespeare. Insects living in the Forest are found in only a few other places on Earth.
Well supplied with many miles of surfaced and unsurfaced paths the Forest is ideal for walking, running, cycling and horse riding. Or if you are simply looking for somewhere to enjoy a relaxing stroll or picnic Hainault is the perfect choice.
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If you live in Essex or have access to the London Underground, Hainault Forest is a must visit destination for a range of activities.
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Hainault Forest has it all ...
Hainault Forest is made up of a broad range of habitat types. These include ancient wood pasture, native broadleaved woodland, heathland and former arable fields. It also offers a variety of wetland habitats including a lake, streams, drainage ditches and woodland ponds.
Whether you are planning a family picnic or simply looking for somewhere to enjoy a relaxing stroll, Hainault Forest is the perfect choice. Feast your eyes on bluebell woods, wander through wildflower rich grasslands or lose yourself in stretches of forest that have existed since Shakespeare’s time.
And every so often be prepared to catch a glimpse of the rare wildlife that abound in this magnificent site.
As Woodland Trust site manager Geoff Sinclair explains, “Hainault Forest is not just a pretty location. It’s also incredibly important for biodiversity.”
