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North Long Hills

Wood, Forest in Essex Epping Forest

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North Long Hills

Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1) Credit: Stephen Richards

North Long Hills is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated in the district of Wood, Forest, it is nestled among picturesque rolling hills and lush greenery. The village is known for its tranquil and idyllic surroundings, making it a popular choice for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

The community of North Long Hills is relatively small, with a population of around 500 residents. The village is characterized by its charming old-world architecture, with many traditional cottages and farmhouses dotting the landscape. The local church, St. Mary's, is a prominent feature of the village and dates back to the 12th century, adding to its historical appeal.

Despite its small size, North Long Hills offers a range of amenities to its residents. The village boasts a local pub, The Long Hills Arms, where locals can gather for a drink and a meal. There is also a village hall which hosts community events and activities throughout the year, fostering a sense of camaraderie among residents.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. The village is surrounded by scenic walking trails, perfect for exploring the natural beauty of the area. Additionally, the nearby Wood, Forest offers a wealth of outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

Overall, North Long Hills is a charming and close-knit village, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents. With its rich history, natural beauty, and sense of community, it is no wonder that North Long Hills is highly regarded as a desirable place to call home.

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Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (1)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (2)
Bury Wood, Epping Forest (2)
Looking to Waltham Cross from Lippitts Hill Epping Forest (formerly known as Waltham Forest) is an ancient woodland north-east of London. As a former royal forest dating from the 12th century, it is managed by the City of London Corporation. The forest is 2,476 hectares in area, comprising woodland, grassland and open heath, forming a 19km long green corridor. [abstract from Wikipedia article: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epping_Forest" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epping_Forest">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ]
Looking to Waltham Cross from Lippitts Hill
Epping Forest (formerly known as Waltham Forest) is an ancient woodland north-east of London. As a former royal forest dating from the 12th century, it is managed by the City of London Corporation. The forest is 2,476 hectares in area, comprising woodland, grassland and open heath, forming a 19km long green corridor. [abstract from Wikipedia article: LinkExternal link ]
Butler's Retreat, Chingford A coffee shop on the edge of Epping Forest. Listed Grade II. The building on the extreme left is Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge.
Butler's Retreat, Chingford
A coffee shop on the edge of Epping Forest. Listed Grade II. The building on the extreme left is Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge.
Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge, Chingford Now a museum and Listed Grade II*. This is an early 16th century hunting lodge and is also a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge, Chingford
Now a museum and Listed Grade II*. This is an early 16th century hunting lodge and is also a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
Public house and hotel The Royal Forest public house and a Premier Inn are co-located here.
Public house and hotel
The Royal Forest public house and a Premier Inn are co-located here.
The Owl public house, Loughton Visited during a walk in Epping Forest. A nice setting and fine inside but not the most architecturally distinguished building.
The Owl public house, Loughton
Visited during a walk in Epping Forest. A nice setting and fine inside but not the most architecturally distinguished building.
Butlers Retreat This restored barn on the edge of Epping Forest is now a cafe.
Butlers Retreat
This restored barn on the edge of Epping Forest is now a cafe.
Looking down Lippitts Hill, November 2023 The leaves are only now starting to turn in mid November, possibly due to a warm October.
Looking down Lippitts Hill, November 2023
The leaves are only now starting to turn in mid November, possibly due to a warm October.
Connaught Water The construction of this eight-acre ornamental lake started in 1883. It was enlarged in 1893 and the two islands made. Before this transformation, the area consisted of a small swampy pool fed by the drainage from Hill Wood, Fairmead Bottom and Thicket. The aim of the Conservators in the early days was to drain the Forest to improve it for Commoners' cattle and to increase access safely. The new lake was named after the newly appointed first Ranger of the Forest, the Duke of Connaught. The catchment area of Connaught Water is the woodland and plains northwards to High Beach from where the water is concentrated into two streams entering at the NE and NW corners of the lake.
Connaught Water
The construction of this eight-acre ornamental lake started in 1883. It was enlarged in 1893 and the two islands made. Before this transformation, the area consisted of a small swampy pool fed by the drainage from Hill Wood, Fairmead Bottom and Thicket. The aim of the Conservators in the early days was to drain the Forest to improve it for Commoners' cattle and to increase access safely. The new lake was named after the newly appointed first Ranger of the Forest, the Duke of Connaught. The catchment area of Connaught Water is the woodland and plains northwards to High Beach from where the water is concentrated into two streams entering at the NE and NW corners of the lake.
Horse paddock, High Beach Looking down off the Epping Forest ridge into the Lea valley
Horse paddock, High Beach
Looking down off the Epping Forest ridge into the Lea valley
High Beach Church High Beach Church in Epping Forest.
High Beach Church
High Beach Church in Epping Forest.
The River Ching Just about a mile from Chingford I was surprised at how small the river Ching was when I came across it walking section 19 of the London Loop. It is the river that gives Chingford its name.
The River Ching
Just about a mile from Chingford I was surprised at how small the river Ching was when I came across it walking section 19 of the London Loop. It is the river that gives Chingford its name.
Loughton Library Near to the library, there is a swimming pool, playground, car park and High Street.
Loughton Library
Near to the library, there is a swimming pool, playground, car park and High Street.
The Robin Hood The Robin Hood roundabout is a major landmark on the Epping New Road, which runs through Epping Forest. For motorists (at least), this might be considered the centre point of the forest.
The Robin Hood
The Robin Hood roundabout is a major landmark on the Epping New Road, which runs through Epping Forest. For motorists (at least), this might be considered the centre point of the forest.
Earl's Path Pond This pond is the remains of 19th Century gravel workings. It is beside the Earl's Path and the Three Forests Way. The larger pond further South at Strawberry Hill is more attractive and is surrounded by woodland. Much of the woodland here is not "ancient", but has recovered after clearances.
Earl's Path Pond
This pond is the remains of 19th Century gravel workings. It is beside the Earl's Path and the Three Forests Way. The larger pond further South at Strawberry Hill is more attractive and is surrounded by woodland. Much of the woodland here is not "ancient", but has recovered after clearances.
Qvist's Oak on Warren Hill There are some fine, ancient pollarded oaks here. This is a high point on the Three Forests Way.
Qvist's Oak on Warren Hill
There are some fine, ancient pollarded oaks here. This is a high point on the Three Forests Way.
Old oak pollard on Warren Hill This is close to Qvist's oak. There are many other strange looking old pollards nearby.
Old oak pollard on Warren Hill
This is close to Qvist's oak. There are many other strange looking old pollards nearby.
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North Long Hills is located at Grid Ref: TQ4096 (Lat: 51.649567, Lng: 0.031369811)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Epping Forest

Police Authority: Essex

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