Hidden gems: National forests in Waltham Abbey

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Waltham Abbey. This list contains 10 places from National forest category.

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Laurie’s Forest
National forest
👍👍 Very good place amazing forest kept in good condition watch out for the pylon
5.00 (9 reviews) (~6.89 km from centre)
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Berwick Glades - Thames Chase Woodlands
National forest
👍👍 Really lively walk through woods and history. Old 1st and 2nd world War airfield, some remains still there to view. Lovely lake, stream and visitors centre. Worth a visit.
4.90 (7 reviews) (~22.58 km from centre)
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Epping Forest
National forest
👍👍 Fabulous forest. Lots of parking places around the forest. Great place to relax and spend time with family.
4.80 (43 reviews) (~5.73 km from centre)
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Linder's Field Local Nature Reserve
National forest
👍👍 Been wanting to visit for years. Lovely place. The peace only punctuated by the central line trains at the very bottom of the reserve. Lots of lovely open fields and plenty of places for a quiet picnic. Popular with dog walkers. the meadows will be beautiful in summer. Beautiful views over the Abrid...
4.80 (19 reviews) (~6.59 km from centre)
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Genesis Slade
National forest
👍👍 Tranquil and scenic walks - you can choose well worn paths or ‘off trail’ amongst the trees. (I start from Coppice Row, opposite Sidney Rd)
4.80 (14 reviews) (~5.75 km from centre)
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Lesnes Abbey Woods
Park
👍👍 My friends who lives near by took me to this lovely woods! Really enjoyed it. It has a park with a ruin of an old Abbey. There is also a nice cafe. If you drive you can park on the road near by. Worth a visit.
4.70 (127 reviews) (~23.86 km from centre)
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Epping Forest Office
National forest
👍👍 Great place to enjoy walking. There are various trails to follow and maps can be picked up from the view visitor centre in chingford or the visitor centre in high beech. There are 25 fishing lakes within the forest which are all free to fish but you need a rod licence and follow the bylaws. The fore...
4.70 (43 reviews) (~5.29 km from centre)
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Gobion Woods
National forest
👍 Short walk from either the car park or Brookman park station. plenty of bluebells on display. Very very muddy after rain - if wet Gumboots or hiking boots a must. Fishing permitted with permit. Nice walk and lovely to hear the birds, owls and nature. Dog was able to be off lead for most of the walk....
4.60 (56 reviews) (~13.3 km from centre)
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Gilberts Pit
National forest
👍 Nice little woodland area. With exposed geology.
4.60 (9 reviews) (~21.96 km from centre)
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Winchfield Wood
National forest
4.50 (22 reviews) (~21.59 km from centre)
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