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Grimston's Oak (The Monarch of the Forest)

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Grimston's Oak (The Monarch of the Forest)

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Grimston's Oak (The Monarch of the Forest)

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    Location: Waltham Abbey, Epping Forest, Essex, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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    January 12, 2023

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    Also known as 'The Monarch of the Forest', Grimston's Oak is estimated to be around 350 years old. It is named after a cricketer, Robert Grimston who played in the 19th century, but is sometimes called Bedford's Oak after JT Bedford in recognition of his work to save Epping Forest in the 1870s.

    April 30, 2018

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    This tree is estimated to be more than 350 years old

    October 12, 2018

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    Robert Grimston was a 19C cricketer who died in 1884.

    The tree is also known as the “monarch of the forest.”

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    1. Chingford Plain & Connaught Water loop from Chingford - Epping Forest

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Location: Waltham Abbey, Epping Forest, Essex, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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