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Epping Forest: Chairman’s Column – May 2025

Epping Forest: Chairman’s Column – May 2025

Posted on May 9, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

Ben Murphy is leaving as chair of Epping Forest Committee | Epping Forest Guardian Spring is my favourite season — nature’s way of reminding us how beautiful change can be. The transition from spring to summer also brings change for…

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Epping Forest: Anti-Social Behaviour Action Week at Wanstead Flats

Epping Forest: Anti-Social Behaviour Action Week at Wanstead Flats

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

This week, I have been pleased to join Epping Forest’s Superintendent, Keepers and Enforcement teams on patrol at Wanstead Flats, in a joint operation to deter anti-social behaviour (ASB) and public nuisance. Due to the lighter evenings and warmer weather,…

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Epping Forest: Chairman’s Column – March 2025

Epping Forest: Chairman’s Column – March 2025

Posted on April 7, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

Ben Murphy on keeping Epping Forest for future generations | Epping Forest Guardian Epping Forest’s future depends on strong public partnerships, alongside policies from government which will help protect this asset for future generations. Part of the City of London…

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Epping Forest: Natural England Features Assessment

Epping Forest: Natural England Features Assessment

Posted on March 26, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

Natural England was established by an Act of Parliament in 2006. They are a non-departmental public body in the UK sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). It is responsible for ensuring that England’s natural environment,…

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Epping Forest: Visit from Sir Iain Duncan Smith MP

Epping Forest: Visit from Sir Iain Duncan Smith MP

Posted on March 21, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

Alongside the Superintendent of Epping Forest, I was delighted to welcome the Rt Hon Sir Iain Duncan Smith MP back to the Forest today, as we walked the newly created Brambly Hedge trail in his Chingford constituency. Sir Iain, a…

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Epping Forest: District Civic Awards 2025

Epping Forest: District Civic Awards 2025

Posted on March 15, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

This evening, alongside the Superintendent of Epping Forest, I had the pleasure of attending Epping Forest District Council’s annual Civic Awards, recognising the selfless service of individuals and groups within the community who have had an impact in the past…

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Epping Forest: Chairman’s Column – February 2025

Epping Forest: Chairman’s Column – February 2025

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

Duke of Gloucester visits Epping Forest as a ranger | Epping Forest Guardian February was a busy month here in Epping Forest – and while the City of London elections get underway, I am pleased to provide you with a short…

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Epping Forest: Protective Skylark Fencing Re-Introduced at Wanstead Flats

Epping Forest: Protective Skylark Fencing Re-Introduced at Wanstead Flats

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

Epping Forest’s Head of Conservation, Tanith Cook recently participated in an interview with NE Londoner magazine (Skylark protective fencing erected in Epping Forest) to talk about why the temporary protective fencing is deployed each year on a small area of…

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Epping Forest: Engaging Future Conservators

Epping Forest: Engaging Future Conservators

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

Epping Forest Youth Council celebrate Duke of Gloucester | This Is Local LondonEpping Forest Youth Council celebrate Duke of Gloucester | Epping Forest GuardianDr Neil Hudson MP attends Duke of Gloucester’s Epping Forest Ranger Golden Jubilee celebrations | Dr Neil…

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Epping Forest: Royal Milestone – HRH The Duke of Gloucester celebrates 50 Years as Ranger

Epping Forest: Royal Milestone – HRH The Duke of Gloucester celebrates 50 Years as Ranger

Posted on February 14, 2025 by Benjamin Murphy

Duke of Gloucester celebrates Epping Forest ranger role | This Is Local LondonEEF NEWS – DISTRICT: HRH The Duke of Gloucester visits Epping ForestDuke of Gloucester celebrates Epping Forest ranger role | Epping Forest Guardian His Royal Highness The Duke…

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