Discover Trees in Epping Forest

Event Information

Highams Park Spring Festival
An annual celebration organized by Friends of Highams Park and the Highams Park Planning Group, featuring family-friendly activities and showcasing local organisations.

Join ecologist and nature recovery lead for London, Francis Castro, for an informative circular stroll around this wonderful part of Epping Forest, Highams Park Lake. Explore its special trees and nature while learning about the vital role trees play (both old and young) and how they, along with other habitats, shape the Forest ecosystem we see today.

Gain insights into the ongoing conservation work across Epping Forest that contributes to national nature recovery targets. This event is part of the Highams Park Spring Festival.

There will be two walks on the same day:

• 11:30am – 12:30pm

• 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Contributors

Francis Castro
Francis is an Ecologist and Local Authority Officer with over 19 years of experience. He currently works as a Biodiversity Specialist at the Greater London Authority, leading the London Natural Recovery Strategy. Francis is also a Trustee of the Epping Forest Heritage Trust.

Previously, he worked for the London Borough of Redbridge and Vision RCL for over 17 years as the Nature Conservation Ranger Team Leader, managing community engagement and ecological projects including the Hainault Forest restoration.

Partner Info
Epping Forest Heritage Trust
A charity and membership organisation with a mission to inspire people about Epping Forest and to conserve and protect its biodiversity, culture, and heritage from East London to Epping in Essex.

@EppingForestHT (Note: no longer active on X)

Location of event

Location: Humphry's Cafe, Henry's Avenue, Woodford, IG8 9RB
(Note: The meeting point may change to the EFHT stall due to expected crowds during the Highams Park Spring Festival. Updates to follow once confirmed.)
Nearest Station: Highams Park Station (Overground Weaver Line), approx. 15-minute walk from the start point.