Pass on something wonderful by leaving a gift in your Will, so that the Forest you love and its irreplaceable biodiversity and heritage, can still be enjoyed for generations to come.
Over the past 50 years these kind gifts have played a vital role in standing up for the Forest, advocating on its behalf, undertaking practical habitat management work, and educating and inspiring others to do the same.
We all have different, treasured memories of the Forest, which is why we are asking if, after looking after your loved ones, you would consider leaving even a small gift in your will. A gift made in your will today could help ensure Epping Forest is cherished and enjoyed for generations to come.
How to remember us in your will
If you are thinking of leaving a gift to the Epping Forest Heritage Trust in your Will, THANK YOU.
Remembering us in your will is very simple. All the information you need to communicate with your solicitor or will writer is:
- Our Charity Name: Epping Forest Heritage Trust
- Our Charity Number: 275076
If you are considering leaving a gift to us in your Will, and you are happy to let us know, please email us at: admin@efht.org.uk We would be very grateful to be able to thank you for your generous gesture. However, please be assured that letting us know that you are considering, or have included, the Epping Forest Heritage Trust in your will is not legally binding in any way.
Our promise to you
- Everything you share with us will be dealt with with respect and compassion and most importantly privacy.
- Size does not matter. We are truly grateful for all gifts in wills. Large or small, each gift will make a difference.
- Your gift will help us to continue to protect, conserve, grow and celebrate Epping Forest’s biodiversity, heritage and culture, and engage, educate and inspire other people to do the same.
- You can change your Will at any time.
Our incredible members and their stories of their love for the Forest
Gerald William Goddard: a lasting legacy for the cherished Forest
Gerald had a great interest and love of nature and horticulture. During his long retirement he walked regularly up the road, onto Pole Hill and away across Hawkwood to other parts of the forest usually taking one of our various dogs with him. Connaught Waters was a favourite stopping point en route…
Enduring love for the Forest: Joan's Story
Joan spent her early years growing up near the Forest. She used to say that is where her lifelong interest in nature, studying the trees and plant life, first started. There is also a lovely story about the long-standing friendship between the Francies family and a German Prisoner of War in Lippits Hill called Fritz,
Memories of Elaine Baker
Elaine was a life member of the Trust and a former staff member at Suntrap (now The Hive). She was deeply connected to the Forest. Thanks to Sue McKinley, Elaine’s colleague and friend, and also one of our members and volunteers, who has shared a beautiful article remembering Elaine and her love for the Forest and the natural environment.