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Highams Park Lake – Connaught Water loop from South Woodford

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Highams Park Lake – Connaught Water loop from South Woodford

Hard

3.7

(6)

36

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Highams Park Lake – Connaught Water loop from South Woodford

05:28

20.8km

170m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

Tips

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Epping Forest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

3.11 km

Highams Park Lake

Highlight • Forest

Lots of ducks and swans on the water

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2

5.85 km

Twin Trees at Warren Pond, Epping Forest

Highlight • Natural Monument

On your left if you’re coming from north, would be a great photo spot

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3

6.04 km

Queen Elizabeth I's Hunting Lodge

Highlight • Historical Site

This stunning museum started life as Henry VIII's hunting lodge. Lying on the edge of Epping Forest, it was built in 1543 and survives with its medieval timber construction. Now …

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4

6.14 km

Epping Forest Visitor Centre at Chingford

Highlight • Historical Site

Butler's Retreat is a Grade II listed building at Rangers Road, Chingford, London E4. Originally a barn thought to have been built in the early 19th century, it is one of the few remaining Victorian retreats within the forest.

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5

6.18 km

Butler's Retreat and Water Fountain

Highlight • Cafe

Great location, awesome pit stop for food and a beautiful water fountain!! Perfect for refills.

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6

7.11 km

Connaught Water

Highlight • Forest

This is on the Epping Forest Centenary Walk - an easy day walk is from Chingford to Epping, with plenty of time to sit and admire this beautiful location along …

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8.49 km

North Long Hills

Forest

8

9.72 km

Ancient Tree in Epping Forest

Highlight • Natural Monument

Another stunning towering tree in Epping Forest. This spot is perfect for a photo op or a quiet moment of appreciation.

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9

10.9 km

Elephant-head tree roots in Epping Forest

Highlight • Forest

B

20.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.20 km

7.33 km

2.59 km

1.04 km

664 m

Surfaces

7.62 km

5.78 km

3.29 km

2.88 km

846 m

380 m

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