Berwick Glades

Visitor information

Escape the city, recharge your batteries and discover part of Thames Chase, Greater London's hidden gem

Come and roam the planted glades and wildflower meadows of this ancient farmland. You will be rewarded with excellent views of the Ingrebourne Valley, especially towards Hornchurch and Elm Park with an impressive hilly South Essex skyline in the distance.

An aerial photographic survey suggests this site has been settled and farmed for over 4000 years! This archaeological study revealed signs both of Bronze Age and Iron Age farmsteads plus, possibly, a Bronze Age burial mound on the site. Spring flowers and Autumn colour have transformed this farmland into a great destination for all. 

Public footpaths lead you to the nearby Hornchurch Country Park, Berwick Woods and Ingrebourne Hill, for those looking for a longer day out in the countryside.

At a glance

  • Walking 
  • Cycling 
  • Horse riding 
  • Dogs welcome

Things to do

Cycling at Berwick Glades

Cycling is a fantastic way to explore Berwick Glades and soak up the beautiful scenery. 

Berwick Glades has a well surfaced public footpath that winds its way through the young...

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Walking at Berwick Glades

Berwick Glades has a well surfaced public footpath that meanders through the young woodland. The path is interspersed with wild-flower meadows and is dotted with benches and picnic...

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Nearby forests

Sun setting behind silhouetted trees

Bonnetts Wood

Named after the Bonnetts family who farmed these fields as part of their Central Farm from the 1920’s, Bonnetts Wood is now the perfect place to relax and unwind. 

Flower meadows...

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Community on bridge over small stream in woodland

Cely Woods

As one of Thames Chase's largest woodlands, Cely Woods has an excellent network of paths and is a rich habitat with numerous insects and flowers. 

The wildlife across the wetlands...

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Autumn Forest Floor

Ingrebourne Hill

With 4km of walking trails and connections to Hornchurch Country Park, there is plenty to explore here. Enjoy spotting various wildlife, birdwatching over the grasslands or...

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A walker walking through the forest in the autumn. The walker is looking up at the trees around them.

Thames Chase Forest Centre

Formerly called Broadfields Farm, Thames Chase Forest Centre is now home to a variety of surfaced trails, ponds, meadows and even an orchard planted with traditional Essex apple...

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