Bedfords Park Nature Discovery Centre - EWT

Bedfords Park Nature Discovery Centre - EWT Welcome to an Essex Wildlife Trust Discovery Centre! Offering stunning views over London, feed the deer and enjoy the play area.

Take a wander through the many exotic trees and enjoy a treat from the café. Set in the stunning grounds of Bedfords Park, an historic parkland site of 215 acres, owned and managed by the London Borough of Havering. The nature reserve affords fantastic views over London and into Kent. The Nature Discovery Centre offers visitors a warm welcome and the opportunity to find out about the wildlife with

in the park. The park includes many valuable habitats such as mature woodland, species rich wildflower meadows, ponds, streams and marshy areas. The Nature Discovery Centre is built on the site of the former mansion and it commands superb views over much of east London and into Kent. We run events and activities and weekly groups for children, with something for everyone. The centre offers light refreshments, snacks and a gift shop, with seating available inside and outside there is a large decked area to relax on sunny days.

We have spaces left for this Sunday's Forest Bathing session, 10-12. https://www.essexwt.org.uk/events/2026-06-14-bedfor...
10/06/2026

We have spaces left for this Sunday's Forest Bathing session, 10-12.

https://www.essexwt.org.uk/events/2026-06-14-bedfords-forest-bathing

Join Nick and Catherine from Healthy Nature, Healthy You for a forest bathing experience in the woodland at Bedfords Park.

Discover the mental and physical benefits of spending time with trees on a gentle walk.

Learn how to connect with the trees by awakening the senses and allowing your body and mind to reset and switch off.

Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing.

£22pp. Book online via Eventbright.

Join Healthy Nature, Healthy You for a forest bathing experience in the woodland at Bedfords Park 🌳

Pop along to the beautiful Walled Garden today then head into the Visitor Centre for a refreshments, perhaps a cuppa and...
09/06/2026

Pop along to the beautiful Walled Garden today then head into the Visitor Centre for a refreshments, perhaps a cuppa and some cake, fresh sandwiches or a
Toasties.

Garden Open Today 10am till 4pm (Tuesday)
Lots of growing going on with all this lovely rain we’ve been having.. won’t be long until produce available in the Gate Shop.. plants for sale including a few Tomato plants too..

☀️SUMMER CRAFT MARKET☀️Discover local, artisanal sellers and makers on Saturday 18th July at Bedfords Park Nature Discov...
01/06/2026

☀️SUMMER CRAFT MARKET☀️

Discover local, artisanal sellers and makers on Saturday 18th July at Bedfords Park Nature Discovery Centre - EWT

You’ll find local honey, natural skincare, home scents, sustainable accessories and home decor, plants, ethically sourced crystals and gemstones, jewellery, eco baby goods, art, stationery and much more!

Plus, we will have a sale on in our retail store with 20% off retail and 10% off books and optics- some exclusions apply.

We can’t wait to see you!

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31/05/2026
We still have tickets available for our Deer Day. £12pp, join us to feed Brian & the herd (10.30-12) with LBH Ranger Dan...
29/05/2026

We still have tickets available for our Deer Day. £12pp, join us to feed Brian & the herd (10.30-12) with LBH Ranger Dan then craft and trail with Wilder Learning Officer Ben (10.30-2), Harold Hill Deer Aid on site to talk & share information about their wonderful work. Book online or in person at the Bedfords Park Nature Discovery Centre - EWT

Deer Day is nearly here!. Join us on Saturday 30th May, 10.30-2pm. Meet Brian and the herd with Ranger Dan 10.30-12noon in the feeding pen, enjoy crafts and our Wild Trail with Ben, then speak with Harold Hill Deer Aid and hear about their wonderful welfare and rescue work with our local deer herds. £12pp. Book below.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bedford-parks-deer-day-tickets-1989905271233?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Join us today in Bedfords Park. Visit the beautiful Walled Garden, then pop into the visitor centre for refreshments.
10/05/2026

Join us today in Bedfords Park. Visit the beautiful Walled Garden, then pop into the visitor centre for refreshments.

The Garden will be Open Sunday 10th May for The Friends of Bedfords Park work party. Come into the Garden to see how everything is growing. Open 10- 3.30pm.

Join us this coming Sunday 10th May, 10am till 12 noon for a Forest Bathing Session led by Nick & Catherine. Immerse yo...
07/05/2026

Join us this coming Sunday 10th May, 10am till 12 noon for a Forest Bathing Session led by Nick & Catherine. Immerse yourself in the beautiful Bedfords Woodlands for a guided mindful walk, recharge and reset your mind. £22pp, places still available call 01708 748 646 to book.

07/05/2026

We've worked with the amazing team at Bare Kind to produce a new sock design, featuring pyramidal orchids!

💜 10% of profits will go directly to supporting Essex Wildlife Trust.

They are making their way to our Nature Discovery Centres so make sure you have a look on your next visit.

Find your closest centre here 👉 https://loom.ly/R8IeG8o

☀️SUMMER CRAFT MARKET☀️Applications are now open to be a stallholder at our Summer Craft Market on Saturday 18th July at...
04/05/2026

☀️SUMMER CRAFT MARKET☀️

Applications are now open to be a stallholder at our Summer Craft Market on Saturday 18th July at Essex Wildlife Trust, Bedfords Park Visitor Centre

We are seeking local sellers and makers who are eco-friendly and planet focussed. 🌱🌳

Apply to be a stall holder here 👉🏻 https://forms.gle/RkFQBuDU2jNpmyxG6

Email us: [email protected]

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Address

Bedfords Park, Broxhill Road
Havering Atte Bower
RM41QH

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+441708748646

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