The Thames Chase Forest Centre

 

It’s what it says on the tin – the Forest Centre is the hub of the Forest at the geographical heart of Thames Chase. It offers loads of features and bags of room to provide more than enough activity for a full family day out. There are good walks, with no roads to cross, connecting open areas to relaxing woodland, especially to the south of the site, where the plantings are starting to take on the appearance of mature woodland. There are also ponds, meadows and even an orchard planted with traditional Essex apple and pear varieties. Scattered around the site are fun environmental play sculptures too, most notably the ‘Millionth Tree’ – both a landmark and a watch-tower. Then there is the Discovery Den where children can freely play and learn more about nature as they do so, plus the Centre’s play area. There’s also an education room for environmental studies - this is an important activity for schools and families alike.

How to get there:

The Thames Chase Forest Centre is in Thames Chase Community Forest. Upminster is the nearest town or village.

From the centre of Upminster, travel east along St Mary's Lane through Cranham. Just after the Thatched House pub, turn right onto Pike Lane. The entrance is approx 400metres on the left.

OS Grid Reference: TQ585859

Other places to go in Thames Chase Community Forest

• Tylers Wood
  
• Berwick Glades
  
• Cely Woods
  
• Bonnetts Wood
  
• Pages Wood
  
• Mardyke Woods
  
• Folkes Lane Woodland
  
• Harold Court Woods
  
• Ingrebourne Hill
  

Facilities:

	The Woodland is a wonderful place to walk your dog – please show your respect for this special area by cleaning up after your dog. Dog Waste, if wrapped in plastic, can be put into the dog bins in car parks, or with household waste.

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