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  • Leader speaks out about local demonstrations in Epping

    Leader speaks out about demonstrations in Epping 

    Published on 22 July 2025

    Leader of Council, Councillor Chris Whitbread, opened the Cabinet meeting on Monday 21 July 2025 by addressing recent events relating to demonstrations at the Bell Hotel in Epping. (more…)

  • Summer memory train

    Summer memory train 2025

    Published on 22 July 2025

    78 passengers had a memorable journey aboard the Summer Memory Train on Wednesday 16 July 2025. (more…)

  • Empowering local communities through town and village partnerships

    Empowering local communities through town and village partnerships

    Published on 21 July 2025

    Epping Forest District Council (EFDC) has launched an exciting new initiative, Town and Village Partnerships, to help local communities unlock funding, drive regeneration, and shape the future of their high streets and neighbourhoods.  (more…)

  • Statement from leader regarding the demonstration in Epping on Thursday.

    Statement from leader regarding the demonstration in Epping

    Published on 18 July 2025

    In response to the disruptive incidents that unfolded at the demonstration in Epping at the Bell Hotel on Thursday evening 17 July. (more…)

  • Licensing policy consultation underway

    Licensing policy consultation underway

    Published on 15 July 2025

    We’re inviting residents and businesses to take part in a consultation on proposed changes to our licensing policy. (more…)

  • Sewardstone Park Crematorium consultation

    Crematorium consultation

    Published on 14 July 2025

    We have received an application to operate a crematorium in Waltham Abbey and inviting residents to tell us their views about the operation of this process should a permit be granted. (more…)

  • Activities for Kids this summer

    Activities for kids this summer

    Published on 14 July 2025

    School’s nearly out and the summer holidays are fast approaching — explore our range of activities to keep the kids happy and engaged all season long. (more…)

  • Council takes Home Office to task as leader calls for calm

    Council takes Home Office to task as leader calls for calm

    Published on 11 July 2025

    Epping Forest District Council has repeated its call for the Home Office to close asylum seeker hotels. (more…)

  • Free summer fun

    Free family fun this summer

    Published on 11 July 2025

    Outdoor fun, sports, arts and crafts, bikes and much more, join us this summer for Play in the Park. (more…)

  • Limes Farm family fun day & playground celebration

    Limes Farm family fun day & playground celebration

    Published on 10 July 2025

    Over 300 people including families, children, and community groups came together on Wednesday 9 July for a family fun day & unveiling of the newly refurbished Limes Farm playground. (more…)