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Epping Forest
Theydon Bois

Piercing Hill – Quiet Stretch of Epping Forest loop from Theydon Bois

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United Kingdom
England
East Of England
Essex
Epping Forest
Theydon Bois

Piercing Hill – Quiet Stretch of Epping Forest loop from Theydon Bois

Easy

5.0

(3)

28

hikers

Piercing Hill – Quiet Stretch of Epping Forest loop from Theydon Bois

00:53

3.37km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Epping Forest

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Start point

Bus stop

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19 m

Piercing Hill

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2

1.27 km

Quiet Stretch of Epping Forest

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3

1.43 km

An Iron Age hillfort once stood here, in the northern reaches of Epping Forest. The earthworks are still clearly visible and would have protected an area of 11 acres (4.5 …

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3.37 km

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Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.21 km

101 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.69 km

1.52 km

101 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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