5.4
Wildland
1–2 hours
Time
Free parking
Cost
Peaceful
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.4A Rainham green space where four kilometres of walking trails meet open grassland, a lake and a dedicated mountain-bike course.
Ingrebourne Hill offers more than a quick green-space stop: Forestry England describes 4km of walking trails, peaceful lake views and dedicated cycling routes, with connections to Hornchurch Country Park. Its appeal is practical and active rather than remote or wild.
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The experience
Choose a walk on the site’s trails, look for wildlife across the grasslands, or bring a picnic for the lake views. Dedicated cycling routes provide another way to explore.
Things to do
Walk the trails
Explore the walking trails across the site; Forestry England lists 4km in total and identifies an easy-access trail.
Look for wildlife over the grasslands
Forestry England recommends wildlife spotting and birdwatching over the grasslands; no particular species are specified in the supplied evidence.
Take in the lake views
Pause by the lake and enjoy the peaceful views described by Forestry England. Swimming or paddling permission is not established.
Bring a picnic
Forestry England lists picnic areas and suggests bringing a picnic to enjoy the lake views.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 1 hour; suggested duration, not an official estimate
Quick Escape: lake and easy-access trail
- 01
Check car-park signage for current opening times.
- 02
Follow part of the easy-access trail and take in the lake views.
- 03
Pause at a picnic area before returning.
When to go
· No specific time of day is established by the supplied sources.
Forestry England notes seasonal car-park opening times but gives no specific seasonal wildlife or landscape peak.
Check trail conditions and car-park signage before visiting; no specific weather guidance is provided in the supplied official source.
Worth pairing with
Hornchurch Country Park
Forestry England says Ingrebourne Hill has connections to Hornchurch Country Park. The supplied source does not give a specific route or distance for this connection.
What to look for
Look across the grasslands for birds and wildlife, and take in the views over the lake. The official visitor page does not identify particular species or seasonal highlights.
Best time to go
Year-round; check car-park signage for seasonal opening times.
A clear, calm day suits the open grassland and lake views. Check car-park signage for seasonal opening times.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Cyclists · Families · Dogs · Picnic & relax
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
Forestry England lists visitor facilities including an easy-access trail. Car park opening times are seasonal; check signage on arrival. The car park has no charge.
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Parking
Forestry England says there are no parking charges and lists two accessible parking spaces. Car-park opening times are seasonal; check signage on arrival.
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Toilets
Check before visiting. Forestry England’s visitor page does not list toilets.
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Food & drink
Check before visiting. No café is listed on Forestry England’s Ingrebourne Hill visitor page.
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Dogs
Dogs are allowed, according to Forestry England.
Accessibility
Forestry England lists an easy-access trail and two accessible parking spaces. Check current conditions and suitability for your needs before travelling.
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Cost
Free parking; other costs not stated
Water
Lake
Gallery
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Keep exploring
Around Ingrebourne Hill
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
