Information about the location

Whether it is watching mountain bikes hurtle around the specially constructed track, taking in the tranquil views from its vantage point, enjoying a picnic alongside the lake, keeping an eye on kids playing at the scramble area, or simply watching the wildlife. An excellent location, a moderate hill with play areas and easy trails to the west, the Ingrebourne River and its reedbeds to the east, and lakes to the south. From its Centre, the hill offers fantastic views across the Thames.

The collaboration between IVL and the Forestry Commission permitted the development of a restoration strategy that allowed this abandoned land to be converted into a country park and give an informal entrance to the greater green belt countryside of South Essex.

We developed two 'flight routes' to symbolises the area's aviation background, allowing for the correct development of a good grass sward and extra options for planting a variety of animal habitats. Visitors may now enjoy the improved beauty and wildlife on Ingrebourne Hill, which includes 4km of walkways and linkages to the nearby Hornchurch Country Park.

The restoration work enhanced the soil quality, laying the groundwork for the creation of a suitable environment for tree and shrub planting. Following this, a sufficient entrance for the general public was developed to offer amenity usage and animal protection. Despite initial difficulties caused by the uneven and reactive character of areas of the ground, there are new established forest blocks throughout the park.