Winter Trails Hainault Forest Run&Xmas Social
Overview
Winter hits different in the forest — the air snaps a little sharper, the light turns golden-grey, and the trails feel alive underfoot.
Join us for Winter Trails, a seasonal forest run and community Christmas social designed to bring people together through movement, outdoors, and a touch of festive magic.
🌲 What’s Happening
• Guided Winter Forest 8k Run. A chilled, inclusive trail loop through Hainault Forest. Expect misty air, quiet pathways, and snowy (probably), and those dramatic winter tree silhouettes that make you feel like you're running through a storybook.
• Nature Connection MomentsSmall pauses to breathe, look around, and actually feel the forest — not just run through it.
• Post-Run Christmas SocialWarm drinks, festive snacks, and time to connect with the community.
✨️Gifted CBD drinks from Goodrays with new flavors
❄️ What to expect
✨️Low-pressure, high-vibe forest adventure• A chance to see Hainault Forest in its winter character
✨️For all abilities — we keep the pace social
✨️A cosy, festive wind-down to celebrate 2025 on the trails
🎒 What to Bring
Trail shoes recommended
Warm layers, gloves, hat
Waterproof if needed
🕒 Schedule
10:00 – Meet & warm-up
10:15 – Winter 8k trail run
11:15 – Christmas Social Gathering
✨ A Forest Note
Winter doesn’t ask you to be fast — just present. This run is about grounding, connecting, and ending the year in the most honest place we know: the forest.
Good to know
Highlights
- In person
Location
Hainault Forest - 1856 Cafe
3 Fox Burrow Road
Ilford IG7 4QN United Kingdom
How do you want to get there?
Organized by
Epping Forest Run Club
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