Fox Burrow Road, Chigwell, Essex IG7 4QN
Foxburrows Farm – Hainault Forest
Forest recreation landscape
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5.2
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
5.2A small working visitor farm brings sheep, pigs, goats and other familiar farm animals into the setting of Hainault Forest.
The appeal here is a family farm with a forest backdrop, not a remote wildlife encounter. Its accessible paths, animal shelters and seating overlooking the forest make it a practical starting point for a family visit to Hainault Forest.
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The experience
Visit for the farm animals and the forest setting. The operator’s reopening information describes animal shelters, accessible paths and seating with views over the forest; it also places the farm near the second car park, adventure play area and Woodland Trust Visitor Centre.
Things to do
Meet the farm animals
Look for the animals named in the operator’s reopening announcement: sheep, pigs, goats, Shetland ponies, alpacas, geese, ducks, peafowl and rabbits. Animal availability can change.
Take a forest walk
The supplied Hainault Forest social post recommends walking trails. Check the current trail information for route details and conditions.
Stop at the 1856 Café
The operator’s reopening announcement mentions the café as a place to get food or drink after exploring. Check current opening and service details.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
Quick farm visit
- 01
Check the farm’s current opening information before travelling.
- 02
Visit the farm animals and display barn.
- 03
Pause at the seating area to take in the forest views.
Half day · Half day
Farm and forest half day
- 01
Begin at Foxburrows Farm and see the animals.
- 02
Continue with a walk on a Hainault Forest trail; check the forest’s current route information before choosing a walk.
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Finish with a visit to the 1856 Café if it is open.
Verified history
Foxburrows Farm reopened after renovation as part of the £7 million Hainault Forest Restoration Project. The operator’s announcement says the work was supported by Redbridge Council, the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Mayor of London.
Hidden details
A forest-view seating area — The reopening announcement specifically notes a public seating space with views of the forest, an easy detail to include in a visit beyond seeing the animals.
When to go
· Check current opening information; no preferred time is established by the supplied sources.
The supplied sources do not establish seasonal highlights or a best time of year.
Check the forecast and current site information before visiting; no weather-specific advice is available in the supplied sources.
Worth pairing with
Hainault Forest trails
Pair the farm visit with a forest walk; the supplied Hainault Forest social post recommends walking trails but gives no route details.
1856 Café
A possible food or drink stop mentioned in the farm’s reopening announcement. Check current opening and service details.
What to look for
Look for the farm’s sheep, pigs, goats, Shetland ponies, alpacas, geese, ducks, peafowl and rabbits, as listed in the operator’s reopening announcement.
Best time to go
Check current opening information before travelling; the supplied sources do not identify a best season.
No best time of day is established by the supplied sources. Check current opening information before setting out.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Families · Young children
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 10am-4:30pm
- Wednesday: 10am-4:30pm
- Thursday: 10am-4:30pm
- Friday: 10am-4:30pm
- Saturday: 10am-4:30pm
- Sunday: 10am-4:30pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
A visitor farm within Hainault Forest. The farm is open to visitors; check its current page for opening times and visit details.
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Parking
The farm is nearest to Hainault Forest’s second car park. Check current parking arrangements before visiting.
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Toilets
Family-friendly toilets are reported at the farm. Check current availability before visiting.
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Food & drink
The Hainault Forest source mentions the 1856 Café; check current opening and food service before visiting.
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The farm source reports accessible paths and accessible hand-washing facilities. The source row also reports a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance. Check current conditions if you have specific access needs.
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Cost
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Around Foxburrows Farm – Hainault Forest
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
