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The Top 20 Attractions around Epping Forest

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Epping Forest. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Epping Forest is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 31, 2025

Mott Street Climb, Epping Forest

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Number 26 of the UK's top 100 Climbs. Just North of London in the county of Essex lies High Beach and the climb of Mott Sreet.

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Wake Road Through Epping Forest

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Very quiet country road with very little traffic. A good cut through on your way out towards the Essex countryside.

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Wake Road, Epping Forest

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Heading north Wake Road seems like a lesser used road up to the Miller&Carter roundabout. Smooth tarmac with no potholes to dodge, a barely noticeable incline, and very few cars …

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Hook Lane

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A great little stretch of road that usually confirms I’ve made it out to the good stuff from London.

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High Beech Tea Hut

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High Beech Tea hut is a great place to hang out, drink excellent (cheap) tea and hearty bread pudding, and chat with other cyclists. Tends to be a lot of …

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Clayton Hill Country Park Cycleway

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This path is shared with hikers and joggers. Maintain a steady climb with the appropriate gears and control your speed as you descend.

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Rolling Hills of Essex

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This section is really fun, with smooth rolling hills that are easy to pedal up. A really nice cruising road with green fields either side.

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Epping Forest Gravel Trails

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Epping Forest has a huge network of shared-use trails that are well-surfaced and wide enough to be enjoyed by pedestrians and cyclists at the same time.

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Watery Lane

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It's impassable in winter and the "unsuitable for motor vehicles" signs are there for good reason.

At certain times the ford at the southern end presents no problem, but the …

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Gunpowder Park Paths

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Nice track across the park. clean and not muddy. Always quiet

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The Top 20 Attractions around Epping Forest

Mott Street Climb, Epping Forest

Wake Road Through Epping Forest

Wake Road, Epping Forest

Hook Lane

High Beech Tea Hut

Clayton Hill Country Park Cycleway

Rolling Hills of Essex

Epping Forest Gravel Trails

Watery Lane

Gunpowder Park Paths

Other adventures around Epping Forest

Most popular routes around Epping Forest

Most popular attractions around Epping Forest

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