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HAINAULT FOREST COUNTRY PARK 2010
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We are proud to have been awarded Green Flag status 2009/10 for
providing excellent facilities and services for visitors.
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Our Green Flag is proudly flying from the new Café with an indoor
seating area where you can purchase a selection of meals, snacks,
hot and cold drinks and ice creams. Seasonal opening times: 9.00am
to 5.00pm(Summer) April to September 9.00 am to 4.00pm (Winter)
October to March.
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Our three play areas are proving to be popular, two for younger
children located on Foxburrows Farm, Play Towers and Adventure Play
Trail. Tree Trail located at the rear of lake is suitable for
teenagers.
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We have
introduced a charge for all Farm tours and guided walks, come
prepared to walk approx. 3 miles at a leisurely pace. Refunds
will only be granted if the Event is cancelled for unforeseen
circumstances.
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Foxburrows
Farm will be closed for 1 hour during guided Farm Tours. Please
arrive on time as latecomers who miss Health and Safety induction
will not be permitted access. A responsible adult must accompany
children at all times.
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Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear for all walks and
activities.
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Booking is essential for Redbridge events and activities please
telephone Country Park Office on 0208 500 7353 to reserve your place
or contact Woodland Trust directly on 08452 935 798 email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
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Please note wheelchair and pushchair access may not be possible in
certain areas during wetter months.
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FARMERS MARKETS are coming to Hainault Forest soon on Saturdays
between 11.00am and 3.00pm. An ideal opportunity to buy top quality
local seasonal food and novelty items.
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COMMUNITY WILDLIFE GARDENING VOLUNTEER
days will run throughout the year, come and assist with a selection
of tasks. All tools and materials will be provided all you have to
bring is energy, enthusiasm and a packed lunch. Please telephone
Country Park office for dates.
Sunday 28 February
Get a Taste for
Volunteering
Come along and try some different activities
and find out how you can get involved. No experience necessary. Free
- refreshments provided. For more information email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Saturday 20 March
Spring Equinox Woodland
Ramble
11.00am to 1.00pm
£2.00 per person
Come and ramble
around the forest to mark Equinox, when night and day are the same
length. Discover Spring is in the air, you will be shown all things
of interest and woodland wildlife that can be found this time of the
year.
Sunday 21 March
Ancient Tree Hunters
wanted!!
Free
Find out why
Hainault's big old, old trees are so important and join the
thousands of people already helping to find and measure the fattest
trees in the land. Book your place on 08452 935 798 or email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Sunday 28 March
Bushcraft
Challenge
Free activity
Lost in the woods ?
an introduction to bushcraft and useful techniques and tips on
finding your way out again !. A great way to get to know Hainault
Forest in detail.
a.m. Family event
for beginners
p.m. Bush craft
skills for those who have spent a bit more time in the woods.
Limited space available – booking essential,
email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Easter Monday 5 April
Family Scavenger
Hunt
A fun challenge for
all the family – come and test your detective skills and see what
you can find in the woods ! book places on 08452 935 798 or email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Wednesday 7 April
Easter Foxburrows
Farm/Zoo Guided Tour
10.30 a.m approx. I
hour
Booking essential
£2.00per person
Come and assist our
Countryside Wardens with the animal’s morning feed. Find out more
information and interact with the residents of Foxburrows.
Wednesday 14 April
Easter Make & Fly your
kite
11.00am to 2.00pm
Suitable for
children 5 years and over
£3.00 per child
(All materials provided) booking essential
Design and make
your own kite then go out and learn flying techniques provided by
members of Essex Kite Club group volunteers.
Advance booking in
advance is essential, telephone Country Park Office to reserve your
place.
Sunday 18 April
Woofs & Wellies
Sponsored dog walk for the whole family to
enjoy. This 2 mile walk in the forest is a fun way for you and your
pet to support Saint Francis Hospice. To find out more please call
the fundraising office on 01708 723593 or see
www.sfh.org.uk
Saturday 24 April
Bluebell & Blossom
Walk
11.00am to 1.00pm
£2.00 per person
Spring has sprung,
come and see all the attractive wild flora and fauna that can be
found in Hainault Forest at this time of year.
Sunday 25 April
Photography Workshops
Free
a.m. Family fun
photography workshop. Limited numbers
p.m. Workshop for
adults
Limited places available – booking essential,
email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Monday 31 May
Family toy making
workshop
Free
Bring the family
along to this Bank holiday fun session. Booking essential email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Thursday 3 June
Half term Foxburrows
Farm/Zoo guided Tour
10.30am approx 1
hour
£2.00 per person
booking essential
Come and assist our
wardens with the morning feed.
Saturday 5 June
Bushcraft Shelter
Challenge
Free
Build a shelter, learn to light a fire and
stay out overnight after cooking on a campfire (overnight stay is
optional). Limited places available email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Sunday 6 June
Nature Trail Guided
Walk
11.00am to 1.00pm
£2.00 per person
booking essential
Our attractive and
educational Nature Trail Woodhenge centerpiece is now completed
after ongoing workshops have been held over the past seven years,
attended by members of the local community of all age groups. Come
along to admire and enjoy the route.
Wednesday
28 July
Summer Foxburrows
Farm/Zoo guided tour
10.30am approx 1
hour
£2.00 per person
booking essential
Join the Wardens to
meet with the animals and assist with their morning feed.
Wednesday 11 August
Summer Make and Fly
your Kite
11.00am to 2.00pm
Suitable for
children aged 5 years and over
£3.00 per child
(All materials provided)
Design and make
your own kite then go outside and learn flying techniques. Tuition
and guidance provided by Essex Kite Group volunteers.
Booking essential
telephone country park office on 0208 500 7353 to reserve your
place.
Wednesday 18 August
Owl Display and
Presentation
2.00pm 2 hours in
Visitor Centre
Booking essential
£4.00 per person not suitable for children under 5 years of age
Owl expert Phil
Eckett of” Owl Wise” will first give a presentation then a flying
display with a selection of barn, tawny and Boobook owls together
with a couple of European eagle owls. Families will be given the
opportunity to meet and stroke the owls. Souvenirs will be available
to purchase with all proceeds donated to “Owl Wise” who rescue
injured owls.
Sunday 29 & Monday
30 August
10.30 am to 5.00pm
Craft & Country Show
£5.00 adults, £4.00
concessions. Children under 16 accompanied by an adult are free. One
ticket gives you entry on both days.
Oakleigh Fairs
return for two days this year with a popular Bank Holiday attraction
that has something to interest all members of your family. A
selection of rural craft activities and displays will be available
on both days with live stage acts. Specialised children’s shows and
attractions. For further information contact Oakleigh Fairs directly
on 08001412823 www.oakleighfairs.co.uk
Saturday 18
September to Sunday 31 October
Autumn Festival at
Hainault Forest Country Park
Lots of different activities and crafts are
planned during this 6 week period for further information please
email
elliedickson@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Sunday 26 September
Autumnal Equinox Walk
11.00am to 1.00pm
£2.00 per person
As Autumn begins, come
and look at seasonal items of interest. Leaves are still on the
trees giving you the opportunity to see beautiful Autumn
colours.
Wednesday 29
September
Bat Hunt 1
7.00pm approx 2
hours
Thursday 7 October
Bat Hunt 2
6.30 pm approx 2
hours
£3.00 per person
booking essential
Not suitable for
children under 7 years old.
Join the search to
identify what species of bats can be found. Come prepared to look
and listen, walking approx.3 miles.
Bring a torch with
you to find your way back down to entrance point. Vehicles must not
be parked within perimeter fencing.
Saturday23 October
Fungi Foray
10.30am approx 2 ½
hours
Booking essential
£3.00per person
Come and join this
informative guided walk to search for fungi and identify species
found. You can find out which species are safe to eat. Come prepared
to walk approx 3 miles at a leisurely pace.
Tuesday 26 October
Half Term
Foxburrows Farm/zoo guided tour
10.30 am approx 1
hour
£2.00 per person
booking essential
Join the Wardens to
meet the animals and assist with their morning feed/
Saturday 11
December
Adult Christmas
Decoration workshop
10.00am to 12.00
mid day
Due to demand
workshop will be held in Visitor Centre to increase availability.
£8.00 per person
Booking and payment
in advance for this activity is essential, telephone Country Park
office on 0208 500 7353 to reserve your place. Payment accepted by
debit/credit card, telephone first to check availability.
Payments are non
refundable.
Come and make your
own individual design wreath to hang on your door to make your home
look festive with foliage grown here in the forest. One circular
wire ring with moss and wire will be provided per person. Bring your
own individual trimmings to personalise i.e. fruit, nuts, cinnamon
sticks, ribbon and baubles.
Enquiries to
linda.herbert@redbridge.gov.uk
020
8500 7353
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