Who we are
We are a charity and a membership organisation with a big mission to inspire people about Epping Forest, and to conserve and protect its irreplaceable biodiversity, culture and heritage now and for generations to come. We operate across the whole of Epping Forest, covering 6,000 acres stretching from Manor Park in East London to Epping in Essex.
Epping Forest is for everyone to love. Our work is to stand up for this wonderful ancient Forest and inspire everyone to do the same. We have regular guided walk programmes to help you get to know Epping Forest, and we operate the Epping Forest Visitor Centre at High Beach on behalf of City of London Corporation (the Conservators). We also help to increase the biodiversity of the Forest through hands-on conservation work, campaigns to raise awareness of the Forest and advocate at planning enquiries to ensure it does not suffer direct damage from more development, traffic or pollution.
What we do
Inspire & educate people about Epping Forest
Guided walks, talk series or chatting with our volunteers at the Epping Forest Visitor Centre at High Beach, which we operate on behalf of City of London Corporation. Join us to learn, appreciate and celebrate this wonderful ancient Forest
Do hands-on work to conserve & grow the Forest
We undertake practical habitat management in Epping Forest and welcome individuals, groups and organisations from all walks of life to join us. Together, let’s help improve the biodiversity of the Forest.
Protect Epping Forest through research & advocacy work
We advocate on behalf of the Forest, engage the public and work with partners and stakeholders in relation to public policy concerning the Forest, including local planning and sustainable transport.
Become a member
There is no better way to support us than by becoming a member. Let’s amplify the voice of Epping Forest!
Together, we can be a vital voice to conserve, protect and celebrate Epping Forest’s biodiversity, heritage and culture, so that it can be enjoyed responsibly now and for generations to come.
Whether you choose to join us as a single or joint member, your voice matters!
Read our blogs
My Epping Forest Journey
My visits to Epping Forest began in 1996, when my son started school and joined cubs/scouts and used to visit Suntrap (now The Hive, an outdoor and environment education centre in Waltham Forest). I used to drop him off and then return later to collect him. I then...
Epping Forest: a sanctuary for me
I often find the world around me chaotic and a lot to take in. We live in a world that is ramped up, fast paced and that often doesn't wait. In the Forest it is quite the opposite. There, things run in cycles. There is patience everywhere. You only have to stand...
High Beach Visitor Centre: 10 Years Celebration
Since EFHT’s predecessor organisation, the Friends of Epping Forest, took over running the Centre 10 years ago, volunteers have welcomed over 145 thousand visitors to the Forest, providing advice and guidance about how best to enjoy the Forest in a respectful way.
