Visitor information

New community woodland close to Brentwood opening in late Autumn 2026

Hole Farm Woodland is a 100-hectare community woodland transformed from former farmland into a diverse habitat with over 150,000 trees planted. 

Enjoy a snack from the cafe while taking in the beautiful views, or get active on one of the running trails. With something for everyone, this multi-purpose community woodland offers plenty to discover.

At a glance

Hole Farm Woodland is due to open in late Autumn 2026! Check back here for the latest updates.
19/08/2026 07:00

Things to do

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Hole Farm Woodland

This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest...

Looking for your next running challenge with stunning countryside views? 

Hole Farm Woodland offers two waymarked trail-running routes to suit different abilities. Both trails cross...

Explore Hole Farm Woodland on foot and enjoy beautiful countryside views along more than 6km (3.5 miles) of waymarked trails. Choose a shorter, accessible route on surfaced paths...

Our work

A child in a yellow coat and grey hat crouches on the ground holding a tree sapling.

The story behind Hole Farm Woodland

Discover more about the creation of this new community woodland in Essex.

Nearby forests

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

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...

Pages Wood field of flowers

Pages Wood is the largest site in Thames Chase and home to almost 100,000 trees. Spacious surfaced paths, rolling hills and wildflower meadows offer lots of opportunities to relax...

Large broadleaf tree in a field of long grass on cloudy day

Conveniently situated within Greater London, stroll around the surfaced paths and make the most of the cycle paths and bridleways. Stretches of the woodland rise to 150 foot...

Autumn Forest Floor

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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