Hatfield Forest

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ADDRESS: Hatfield Forest Estate Office, Takeley, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
POSTCODE: CM22 6NE
AGE GROUP: All Ages
TELEPHONE: 01279 874040
WEBSITE: CLICK HERE
Hatfield Forest
No other forest on Earth evokes the atmosphere of a medieval hunting forest so completely. The ancient trees are like magnificent living sculptures, peaceful giants worn and fragile from centuries of seasons and use. Some of our extraordinary ancient trees are 1,200 years old! Just imagine what these trees have lived through and the stories they could tell. Whether you want somewhere for the children to let off steam, somewhere you can exercise to keep fit, or somewhere tranquil to walk where you can quietly reflect, you will be sure to find your own special place in Hatfield Forest.

Don't miss
  • Explore the hidden depths of the woods.
  • Space for children to run off energy.
  • Relax in beautiful surroundings.

Making the most of your day
Full programme of family events. Tracker Packs and trail guides, Batricar and all-terrain pushchair available to help you explore the site. Dogs: on leads near livestock and lake (please note; dog-free zone also available)

Opening times
Forest
Open all year Dawn till dusk Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
Shop
1 Jan - 6 Mar 11 10 - 3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su
12 Mar - 30 Oct 11 10 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
5 Nov - 31 Dec 11 10 - 3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su
Refreshments
1 Jan - 11 Mar 11 10 - 3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su
12 Mar - 30 Oct 11 10 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
2 Nov - 31 Dec 11 10 - 3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su
Elgins and Shell House car parks
2 Jan - 6 Mar 11 10 - 3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Closed Saturdays Su
12 Mar - 30 Oct 11 10 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
6 Nov - 25 Dec 11 10 - 3:30 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Closed Saturdays Su
KEY: Dark blue=open
Elgins and Shell House car parks, refreshments and shop open daily during February and December school holidays, 10 to 3:30. Elgins and Shell House car park exits close 8. Shop closed 25 and 26 December. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.