Hanningfield Family Forest Fun

Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Mon, 25 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm UTC+01:00

Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Park | Billericay

Essex Wildlife Trust
Publisher/HostEssex Wildlife Trust
Hanningfield Family Forest Fun
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Woodland activities for all the family to enjoy this Easter school holiday!
About this Event

Join us for one of our most popular events! A morning full of fun in nature - where we'll look for mini-beasts, dig in the mud kitchen, build dens, climb trees, make creative crafts, and enjoy a campfire! (weather permitting).  Please feel free to bring your own snacks to cook on the campfire 🔥


This event is suitable for children aged 2-9 years old. Advance booking is essential, and children must always be accompanied by an adult.


Can't make this event? We have lots more family fun planned this Easter school holiday. Find another event here!


FAQS


🎫 Who needs a ticket?


Children aged 2 years+ require a ticket to attend this event. Siblings under 2 years do not require a ticket to attend.


📍Where do we meet? 


Meet on the mound behind the visitor centre.


🥾What should we wear? 


Most of our events are fully outdoors, and you need to come dressed for the weather.  We recommend layers (top and bottom), which can get mucky.  Wellies (with thick socks) and waterproofs are a good shout if you have them. 


🌍Where are you based? 


We are located in Mid-Essex, local to Chelmsford, Ingatestone, Billericay, Wickford, South Woodham Ferrers, and Basildon.


🚗Is there parking? 


Yes. We have a large free car park.


🚇Can we get to you on public transport? 


We are accessible by bus, with bus stops outside the centre and 10 minutes away. We are not accessible by train.


🚻Are there toilets? 


Toilets are located inside the visitor centre. 


☕Is there a Cafe or shop? 


The visitor centre has a shop and café serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream, and light lunches. 


🐕‍🦺Can we bring a dog? 


Assistance dogs are welcome at our events. 


♿Is it wheelchair accessible? 


Our reserve pathways are flat and easy to push wheelchairs, but our activities mound can be slippery, which could make it difficult to push wheelchairs up. 


Find out more about Hanningfield here!


Please read the event booking terms and conditions here:


Booking terms and conditions


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Park, Hawkswood Road, Billericay, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 8.80

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