Epping forest to Royal Wanstead Village via High Beach Ghost.

DESCRIPTION
Join us for a scenic 25km hike through the historic Epping Forest, via beautiful Wanstead Park, ending at Wanstead station or the cuckfields pub. This route takes you through ancient woodlands, serene lakes, and charming open spaces, offering a refreshing escape from the city. Wanstead Park was once home to Wanstead House, where Queen Elizabeth I is believed to have stayed. The hike finishes in Wanstead Village, a vibrant area on the Central Line, just 20 minutes from central London.

Highlights:
• Explore the vast Epping Forest, one of London’s largest and oldest woodlands
• Walk along peaceful lakes and natural trails, surrounded by diverse wildlife
• Visit Wanstead Park, a historic 18th-century landscaped garden with stunning scenery
• Discover the site of Wanstead House, a lost mansion with a fascinating past
• Finish in Wanstead Village, with cozy cafés and easy transport links back to the city.

WHAT TO EXPECT - HIKING INFO
Distance: 25km route (or less as there are places to leave hike early)
Ascent: c.373 metres
Estimated Duration (approx): 6 hours walking
Difficulty: *Energetic

PROGRAMME
Meeting Point: Epping Station 09:00.
Ending Wanstead around 16:00

COST
The cost is £10 per person. for hike only.

HIKE INCLUDES

• Guided Hike planned and led by experienced AAA leaders, trained Summer Mountain Leader with Wilderness First Aid Training.
• PayPal fees

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Travel costs
• Lunch, drinks or any refreshments
• Souvenirs
• Meetup Fee levied on all purchases via meetup
• Entrance fees to any attractions you wish to visit

RECOMMENDED KIT LIST (full list)

• Suitable hiking shoes or boots
• Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!)
• Water [2L recommended]
• Warm/Windproof layer, e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece
• Wicking base layer, e.g. Polyester/Tencil/Merino
• Camera & Phone
• Picnic lunch and snacks

CANCELLING/REFUNDS
Please update your RSVP to say ‘No’ if your plans change. Others can then take advantage of the newly available place.

If the hike is full, please email info@aaalondongroup.com after the event and request a refund, less the PayPal/Meetup fees. You must provide your email for the PayPal account and transaction reference.

QUESTIONS
If you have any other questions, please check out our FAQ page; if you are still unsure, contact the event organiser as shown on this event page.

We have operated over 1000 events in the last ten years free of major incidents. We have achieved this via meticulous planning. All participants (members and their guests) in any AAA Hiking event or activity are personally responsible for their fitness, safety and welfare and must be equipped accordingly. If you have signed up for the event, you acknowledge and accept the AAA London Group Terms and Conditions.

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