Happy Loppers is a hands-on conservation programme that supports and enables people with learning disabilities to contribute to the conservation of the Forest.
We meet every Friday and undertake practical habitat management work in Epping Forest. Most recently, the Happy Loppers have been working close to Fairmead Road, opening up the Forest by clearing excessive holly growth to encourage a wider range of ground flora to grow.
If you know someone or a group of people who might like to get involved with Happy Loppers, please email us at admin@efht.org.uk

Latest Happy Lopper Dates:
Happy Lopper sessions are run every Friday. Here are the dates for Autumn 2024
- 13 September
- 20 September
- 27 September
- 4 October
- 11 October
- 18 October
- 25 October
- No session on 1 November
- 8 November
- 15 November
- 22 November
- 29 November
- 6 December
- 13 December
Please note that there is no session during half-term break on 1 November.
Want to get involved?
If you know someone or a group of people who might like to get involved with Happy Loppers, please email us at: admin@efht.org.uk
If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer Conservation Leader and supporting the delivery of Happy Lopper sessions, please also email us at: admin@efht.org.uk