Is Hainault Forest open during lockdown?

Is Hainault Forest open during lockdown?

Currently our parks and open spaces including Hainault Forest and Fairlop Waters are open, but some of our facilities are closed (see below). All of our public toilets are now open except for Ray Park.

Is Hainault Forest farm open?

Our play areas are open, however some of our facilities are closed, including Foxburrows Farm, this is due to the Hainault Forest Restoration Project. During 2021 some exciting improvements will be made to the farm please re-visit this page for further updates.

What time does Hainault Forest Country Park close?

Hainault Forest Country Park in Chigwell Most Local Government in Chigwell have an opening time of 08:30 and closing time of 17:00.

How much does it cost to park at Hainault Forest?

Charge Times: 24hrs

1 Day All Week, 8:00am – 7:00pm £3.70
1 Day All Week, 8:00am – 8:00pm £24.00

Is Hainault Forest parking free?

There are two fee-paying car parks owned by the London Borough of Redbridge on Fox Burrow Road (off the main Romford Road), as well as two free Woodland Trust car parks along Manor Road on the northern edge of the site. There are toilets with disabled facilities in the Redbridge section of Hainault Forest Country Park.

Are Redbridge libraries open?

Good News! We are open. Our opening hours are Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm. Reduced book browsing, PC use and limited study spaces will also be available. Redbridge Central Library is located in the east of the borough. The library offers a range of services, study spaces and large meeting rooms available for hire.

Is Foxburrows Farm open?

Foxburrows Farm is closed due to the Hainault Forest Restoration Project. During 2021 some exciting improvements will be made to the farm please re-visit this page for further updates.

Do you have to pay for parking at Hainault Forest?

How big is fairlop waters?

Hainault Forest Country Park: 136 hectares (340 acres) Hainault Lodge Nature Reserve: 6.8 hectares (17 acres) Fairlop Waters: an open space with two lakes and a golf course, at Fairlop. Goodmayes Park.

Do you have to pay to park in Hainault Forest?

Is there a petting zoo in Hainault Forest?

With a fishing lake, petting zoo, guided walks and café all adjoining the wood, a trip to Hainault Forest goes hand-in-hand with a visit to the country park. Kids will love exploring the park. Dogs are welcome for walkies in our woods.

What to see in Hainault Forest Country Park?

The walking route explores the adjacent Hainault Forest Country Park, with chance to see beautiful ancient woodland, a pretty lake and even a city farm and zoo. The walk is relatively flat with just a couple of gentle slopes.

Is the Foxburrows farm part of Hainault Forest?

The country park is complete with the fantastic Foxburrows Farm, fishing lake, nature trails, guided walks, bridle paths, guided walks, ancient woodland and forest. Hainault Golf Course is situated next door to the park although it is not part of Hainault Forest Country Park.

Is the Hainault Forest part of the forest of Essex?

Hainault Forest is one of the few remaining sections of the former Forest of Essex. This ancient woodland is home to a wealth of wildlife and plant species, and was once a royal hunting forest, providing venison for the king’s table. Adjoining Hainault Forest Country Park, this wood is just a stone’s throw from London.