🍄 Mushroom Hunt: 11Km Along Epping Forest's Ancient Woodland Trails 🍂

🍄 Get out of the house and into the forest for an autumn hike with a twist! Join Trail Therapy for a mushroom hunt through the beautiful ancient woodland of Epping Forest.

Welcome to Trail Therapy!
We organise hikes around London and the South East, with the aim of helping people get out of the city and into nature. We're building an inclusive community of like-minded people, and everyone is welcome to join!

Our hikes are a great way to get to know us, make new friends, and spend some time outdoors. Whether you're a regular hiker or just looking for an excuse to get outside on a Saturday, come along and join us!

## 🍁 What We'll See Along the Way 🍁

November is a wonderful time to explore Epping Forest, with autumn colours, fallen leaves and the chance to spot some fascinating fungi along the woodland trails.
We'll follow peaceful forest paths, keeping our eyes peeled for mushrooms and other signs of autumn wildlife. We'll take our time to explore, enjoy the fresh air and appreciate the little things that make this ancient woodland so special.

🍄 A few things to look out for:

• Different varieties of wild mushrooms and fungi
• Beautiful autumn woodland and leafy trails
• Ancient trees, local wildlife and hidden forest corners
• The occasional deer, squirrel or bird of prey — the forest will decide if we see them or not!

Fungi sightings depend on the weather and conditions, so there's no guarantee of what we'll find. This is an opportunity to observe and appreciate wild fungi rather than touch, pick or eat them. The main picture is a glimpse of what we found last year.

## 📍 Logistics

🗓 When: Saturday 7th November 2026
📍 Meeting and ending point: Theydon Bois Station (Central Line)
📏 Distance: 11km, uneven terrain, a few hills
🕵️‍♂️ Group size: 10-15 people (from meetup/eventbrite)

## 🧢 What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots - trails may be muddy.
• Water (1L recommended)
• Packed lunch, snacks, something waterpoof to sit on (we'll have lunch in the forest)
• Weather-appropriate layers and waterproofs
• Curiosity for mushrooms, wildlife and the natural world
• Bring a friend, your partner, or come alone and leave with new friends!

## 🤝 About Us

Trail Therapy is all about getting outdoors, meeting people and feeling good. Our community hikes bring together people who want to explore new places, enjoy nature and connect with others along the way.

## 🍻 Optional Post-Hike Stop

We'll stop at the local pub for a well-earned drink after the hike before heading home.

## Legal bit

Event details are correct at the time of publishing (E&OE). Routes and timings may vary depending on weather, trail conditions and group pace. Wild mushrooms can be poisonous, so do not touch, pick or eat any fungi. This event is organised by Trail Therapy Ltd. By joining, you acknowledge that participation is at your own risk. Please ensure you're adequately prepared, dressed for the weather and responsible for your own safety and wellbeing throughout the hike.

We look forward to exploring the forest with you! 🍂🥾