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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Burnham Beeches hosts International Conference on the biodiversity of pollarded trees
Registration Now Open: Biodiversity of Pollarded Trees – an international conference Join us for a two-day event on the biodiversity of pollarded treesPollarded trees are a cornerstone of biodiversity, supporting a wide range of wildlife and playing a crucial role…
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Epping Forest: Bluebell Season Begins – Enjoy, don’t destroy!
Visitors to Epping Forest are being urged to help protect its iconic bluebells by sticking to designated paths and resisting the temptation to pick these delicate, native wildflowers. For just a few fleeting weeks each spring, Chalet Wood in Wanstead…
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Epping Forest: Natural England Features Assessment
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
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
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
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’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 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
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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