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Hatfield Forest

This National Trust property on the Essex/Hertfordshire border is an outstanding ancient woodland and rare surviving example of a medieval royal hunting Forest. The pollarded trees support a wide variety of wildlife and there are many excellent walks and nature trails, as well as fishing in the lake. The Forest hosts a number of events throughout the year. Please check the website or information line for further details.

The forest is located a few miles east of Bishops Stortford.

Opening arrangements:
Daily, from dawn to dusk. Vehicle access restricted to entrance car park (Monday to Saturday) from November to April 1st.

A car park charge for non National Trust members applies.

Disabled facilities: reserved car parking; accessible paths and grassland; bookable self drive vehicle and manual wheelchair.

Registered charity number: 205846