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East Of England

Connaught Water, Epping Forest – Connaught Water loop from Roding Valley

Hiking trails & Routes

East Of England

Connaught Water, Epping Forest – Connaught Water loop from Roding Valley

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Connaught Water, Epping Forest – Connaught Water loop from Roding Valley

04:02

15.2km

160m

Hiking

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

Last updated: July 25, 2026

Tips

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Epping Forest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.24 km

Knighton Lake

Highlight • Lake

2

4.34 km

Connaught Water, Epping Forest

Highlight • Lake

A stone's throw from central London, Epping forest offers an immersive countryside experience, with its Oak, Beech and Hornbeam forests, grasslands, heaths and flowing waterways.

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3

4.78 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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4

5.04 km

Grimston's Oak (The Monarch of the Forest)

Highlight • Natural Monument

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 …

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5

5.51 km

Cuckoo Pits, Epping Forest

Highlight • Forest

6.50 km

North Long Hills

Forest

7

6.96 km

Whitehouse Plain

Highlight • Natural

8

7.47 km

Sunny Clearing in Epping Forest

Highlight • Viewpoint

9

7.70 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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B

15.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.48 km

4.11 km

1.97 km

1.77 km

1.76 km

110 m

Surfaces

4.08 km

3.64 km

3.08 km

2.14 km

2.12 km

< 100 m

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Friday 7 August

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