Member since January 2025
This historic gem dates back to the 19th century and has been lovingly restored to embrace its original features. With sweeping views of Epping Forest and is ideally located for exploiring the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Enjoy the peaceful library for quiet reflection, relax in the bright and airy forest room or sip on your morning coffee on the south facing terrace at the front of this impressive building.
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6 Special Offers for this hotel.
Classic Lazy Break - Snug Room
From £69.90 pppn for a 5 night stay, to £99.50 pppn for a 1 night stay
Stay in a Snug room and receive:
- A complimentary room upgrade on arrival (subject to availability)
- A welcome drink in the bar, choose from a glass of house wine, local beer, tea or coffee
- Enjoy dinner for two on one evening (allowance £30 per person)
- Full breakfast included each morning
- Lazy late check out
There are 6 special offers to choose from for this hotel.
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Highlights
- Cosy pub hotel overlooking Epping Forest
- Well-equipped, spacious rooms
- Award-winning food
- Ideally located for exploring Epping Forest, Essex and the surrounding areas
- Dog-friendly

Where is The Royal Forest?
The Royal Forest
4 Ranger's Rd
London
E4 7QH
Good to know
Restaurant
Opening Times
Breakfast
Weekdays 7am - 10am
Weekends 7:30am - 10am
Tea and coffee
10am - 5pm
Kitchen
Monday - Saturday 12pm - 9:45pm (Last sitting)
Sunday 12pm - 9pm (Last sitting)
Can you park at The Royal Forest?
There is a large car park that spans the property offering free parking on a first come first serve basis.
Is The Royal Forest accessible for disabled guests?
The Royal Forest has a number of accessible features:
- Designated accessible parking spaces are available.
- Level access is provided throughout the ground floor. Accessible toilet facilities are available on the ground floor. One accessible bedroom with an en-suite wetroom bathroom is available.
- There is a ramp providing access to the rear of the building from the rear car park. A ramp is available at the main bar/restaurant doors.
- A lift is available to access the first floor from the ground floor.
Please note that other external doors may have thresholds and may not be level with the floor. If you have specific accessibility needs or require further information, please contact us.
Can children stay at The Royal Forest?
The Royal Forest is family-friendly and children can be accomodated in multiple room types.
Please contact us if a family-friendly room is required.
Does The Royal Forest allow dogs?
The Royal Forest is dog-friendly!
There are a number of dog-friendly bedrooms. Each room comes with a comfy dog bed (fits two medium sized dogs) plus a complimentary 'Digby Dog Pack'.
Each bedroom can take up to 2 dogs at a cost of £20 per stay (not per dog or per night).
Please contact us if a dog-friendly room is required.
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