# Event Details - **Event Name**: BGH x Epping Forest Heritage Trust: International Women’s Day Hike & Social - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day with a guided walk through the stunning Epping Forest, followed by our first ever BGH social!About this EventBGH x Epping Forest Heritage Trust: International Women’s Day Hike & SocialSunday 8th March 2026Meeting time: 11amDifficulty: Easy, beginner friendlyDistance: 5-6 kmDuration: Two hour hike followed by a two hour socialMeeting point: Outside Epping Forest Visitor Centre, 6 Ranger’s Road, Chingford, London E4 7QH Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day with a guided hike through the stunning Epping Forest, followed by our first ever Black Girls Hike social. The route is circular, starting and finishing at the Epping Forest Visitor Centre, and offers an opportunity to connect with nature, history, and community in a welcoming and supportive space.This event is delivered in partnership with the Epping Forest Heritage Trust and will be guided by an EFHT team member, with support from Black Girls Hike hosts. It forms part of the Epping Forest Heritage for All project, made possible through funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The project seeks to inspire people from all backgrounds to engage with the Forest’s rich heritage, build a stronger sense of belonging, and encourage shared care for this landscape so it can be enjoyed, celebrated, and protected - now and for generations to come. Black Girls Hike are proud partners in supporting this vision.On this guided walk, you will explore both the natural and cultural heritage of the forest, learning how people have interacted with, shaped, and protected this landscape over generations. Epping Forest is a nationally significant landscape spanning over 6,000 acres of ancient woodland. Shaped by centuries of human care and stewardship, the forest is home to remarkable oak and beech trees, many pollarded since medieval times.The walk will be followed by our first ever Black Girls Hike social at the Visitor Centre, an opportunity for us to meet in person, connect, and spend time together in a relaxed setting. This is a chance to get to know one another beyond the trail, meet Black Girls Hike’s founder Rhiane, and create meaningful connections within the BGH community.We will provide light refreshments and a fun icebreaker, and you’ll leave knowing a little more about Black Girls Hike, Epping Forest as a beautiful natural space, and the wonderful women who make up our community.Terrain: Woodland paths throughout. Paths may be muddy, especially after recent rainfall, so suitable footwear is essential.What to bring: Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support (waterproof recommended), snacks, water, warm layers, waterproofs, and weather appropriate clothing.Lunch stop: A short break will take place during the walk.Facilities: Toilets available at the start and end of the hike at Epping Forest Visitor Centre.Transport: Closest station is Chingford Overground Station, Station Road, Chingford E4 6AL.Parking: Bury Road Car Park, Bury Road, Chingford E4 7AZ. Please arrive early as parking is limited.*This meet is also not led by qualified Mountain Leader and is therefore not insured; you will be attending at your own risk*Photo DisclaimerPlease be aware that photos will be taken during the event. These may be used for promotional purposes, including on our website and social media platforms. If you prefer not to appear in any photos, please inform a member of the team before the hike begins.Agenda?: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AMMeet outside the visitor centre?: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PMGuided hike led by an Epping Forest Heritage Trust staffInfo: Starting and ending at the Visitor Centre (6 Ranger's Road)?: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMBlack Girls Hike Social at Epping Forest Visitor CentreInfo: The walk will be followed by our first ever Black Girls Hike social at the Visitor Centre, an opportunity for us to meet in person, connect, and spend time together in a relaxed setting. Light refreshments will be served. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/bgh-x-epping-forest-heritage-trust-international-women’s-day-hike-and-social/100001982778534973 - **Event Categories**: Meetups, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Outside Epping Forest Visitor Centre - **lat**: 51.6345475 - **long**: 0.0171265 - **full address**: Outside Epping Forest Visitor Centre, 6 Ranger's Road, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: BGH x Epping Forest Heritage Trust: International Women’s Day Hike & Social - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/05198c1d724e1e6edae5b8b966205354a3b0f80d259af0a6512150eb5f20c107-rimg-w1080-h540-dc5c792f-gmir.jpg?v=1771117524 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is BGH x Epping Forest Heritage Trust: International Women’s Day Hike & Social being held? - **A:** BGH x Epping Forest Heritage Trust: International Women’s Day Hike & Social takes place on Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Outside Epping Forest Visitor Centre, 6 Ranger's Road, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing BGH x Epping Forest Heritage Trust: International Women’s Day Hike & Social? - **A:** BGH x Epping Forest Heritage Trust: International Women’s Day Hike & Social is organized by Black Girls Hike UK C.I.C. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "BGH x Epping Forest Heritage Trust: International Women’s Day Hike & Social", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/05198c1d724e1e6edae5b8b966205354a3b0f80d259af0a6512150eb5f20c107-rimg-w1080-h540-dc5c792f-gmir.jpg?v=1771117524", "startDate": "2026-03-08", "endDate": "2026-03-08", "url": "https://allevents.in/london/bgh-x-epping-forest-heritage-trust-international-women’s-day-hike-and-social/100001982778534973", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Outside Epping Forest Visitor Centre", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "6 Ranger's Road", "postalCode": "E4 7QH", "addressLocality": "London", "addressRegion": "EN", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "51.6345475", "longitude": "0.0171265" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day with a guided walk through the stunning Epping Forest, followed by our first ever BGH social!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-08", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/london/bgh-x-epping-forest-heritage-trust-international-women’s-day-hike-and-social/100001982778534973" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/SoldOut", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/london/bgh-x-epping-forest-heritage-trust-international-women’s-day-hike-and-social/100001982778534973", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Black Girls Hike UK C.I.C", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/black-girls-hike-uk-cic/22594538", "description": "Founded in 2019, Black Girls Hike provides a safe space for Black women to explore the outdoors. 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