FREE HIKE 22km | Autumn Colors - Epping Forest

📈 Grade: 🥾🥾 Level 2/5 | Mostly flat with gentle slopes, forest paths |

SUMMARY:
🥾 22km (13.6miles) | Point-to-Point | Ascent: 345m | Descent: 382m |~6 hours
🚆 Train from London Liverpool Street Train station
⛳️ Meeting Point: 2 Options
1- London Liverpool Street Train station - Information desk (near platform 10) | 09:10 (Train is at 09:34)
2- Chingford outside train station | 10:00
📍 Hike start: Chingford outside train station | 10:10
🏁 Hike finish: Cheshunt | approx. 17:00-18:00

📖ABOUT:
Join us for a beautiful autumn walk from Chingford to Cheshunt, exploring the heart of Epping Forest, one of London’s most enchanting green spaces.
This route takes us through peaceful woodland trails, open glades and ancient forest paths, all dressed in stunning autumn colours.
We’ll pass Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge, tranquil ponds, and stretches of ancient woodland before reaching the Lea Valley near Cheshunt.

🌟HIGHLIGHTS:

• Walk through the heart of Epping Forest: ancient woodlands glowing in autumn colours 🍁
• Visit Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge, a Tudor landmark overlooking Chingford Plain
• Peaceful forest ponds and open glades
• Gentle trails covered in golden leaves
• Finish near the Lea Valley, with lovely riverside views before reaching Cheshunt
• A perfect escape from the city into nature’s autumn palette

💡TIPS:

• Footwear: Parts of the trail may be muddy, especially after rain, so waterproof hiking boots are recommended.
• Weather: Pack layers and a waterproof jacket; the weather can change quickly

💷Cost: Free

🚆TRAINS | Direct

• Outbound: 09:34 from London Liverpool Street Train station
• Arrive Chingford 10:00
• Inbound from Cheshunt station Approx. 17:30
• Visit National Rail for details

⛳️MEETING POINT & TIME:

• Meet: 2 Options

1- London Liverpool Street Train station - Information desk (near Platform 10) | 09:10
2- Chingford outside train station | 10:00

• Hike start: Outside Chingford train station | 10:10
• Hike finish: Cheshunt | Approx. 17:00–18:00

🚏DISTANCE AND DIFFICULTY:

• Total distance: approx 22km (13.6miles)
• Ascent: 345m
• Descent: 382m
• Max elevation: 116m
• Grading: 🥾🥾 Level 2/5
  | Mostly flat with gentle slopes, forest paths |
• Time: Approx. 6 hours (with breaks)
• Pace: 5 km/h (~3.1 mph)

🎒WHAT TO BRING:

• Water (2 litres recommended)
• Snacks and packed lunch
• Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing
• Sturdy shoes or hiking boots

✅Who Can Join
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Our hikes are open to adults aged 21 and over.
• 👶 For safety reasons, we’re not able to include children.
• 🐾 We love animals, but pets (including dogs) can’t join our hikes.
• ☑️ Everyone is welcome to RSVP, but to keep things fair for all members:
- If someone often cancels last minute or misses hikes without notice, they may be placed on a waitlist or removed from the group for future events.
- We do a quick check-in on the day of the hike, which helps us keep track and make sure spaces are available for those who really want to join.
⚠️SAFETY:
As adults, you are fully responsible for your own safety and decisions throughout the walk.
❗️NOTES:

• This is a group hike led by volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join.
• A few wrong turns? That’s part of the fun!
• While you're free to “hike your own hike,” we encourage group participation, get to know one another, make new friends, and enjoy the journey together.
• Food options are limited en route, bring lunch.

🚨DISCLAIMER:
Event Participation Disclaimer
By signing up for an event we host, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The organisers are not qualified hiking leaders, certified first aiders, or formally trained in navigation, survival, or any related disciplines.
• These hikes are informal, self-guided gatherings of like-minded individuals.
• The hosts expressly disclaim all responsibility and liability for any injuries, accidents, or safety incidents that may occur during participation.
• Participation is entirely voluntary, and all attendees are solely responsible for their own safety and well-being.
• These events are non-commercial and are organised purely as a recreational hobby, with no business or financial interests involved.
• Hiking and outdoor activities inherently carry risks of personal injury. By choosing to participate, you accept these risks and take full responsibility for your own actions and decisions.

🚨GENERAL GROUP POLICY:

• Voluntary Participation: Attendance is at your own risk. The group and hosts bear no liability.
• No Professional Duty of Care: Hosts are volunteers, not trained guides or medical professionals.
• Insurance Is Your Responsibility: If desired, you must arrange your own personal insurance.
• Respect Nature: Follow Leave No Trace principles at all times.
• Emergency Preparedness: You are responsible for organising your own emergency plan.
• Weather and Safety: Events may be cancelled or changed if conditions are deemed unsafe.
• Self-Assessment Required: You must honestly assess your fitness and ability to keep pace with the group.
• No Guaranteed Rescue: While help may be offered, full rescue capabilities should not be expected.
• No Minors Without Guardians: Participants must be over 21.
• Right to Refuse Participation: Hosts may turn away any individual who appears unprepared or poses a safety risk to others.
• First Aid Preparedness Encouraged: It is highly recommended that each participant carries a small first aid kit for minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes, bites, and blisters.

🚨FINAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
By attending this event, you confirm that you are participating voluntarily and at your own risk. Neither the host nor the group accepts responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage incurred.