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  • Flag of St George flying alongside the Union flag in Epping

    Happy St George’s Day

    Published on 23 April 2025

    Today is St George’s Day – wishing all our residents and visitors a happy St George’s Day! (more…)

  • Cottis Yard car park statement

    Cottis Yard car park statement

    Published on 22 April 2025

    Epping Forest District Council has issued an apology following the fire alarm going off at the Cottis Yard car park on Easter Sunday. (more…)

  • Licensing fee scam

    Warning of scam targeting local businesses

    Published on 17 April 2025

    Epping Forest District Council is warning businesses to stay alert after reports of a scam targeting owners of licensed premises. (more…)

  • Community Champions standing in a line with their backs to the camera showing off their uniform with the text 'Community Champions become a constituted group' over the image

    Community Champions become a constituted group

    Published on 28 March 2025

    The Epping Forest Community Champions are a dedicated group of 25 volunteers from across the district, united by their mission to improve the health and wellbeing of local residents. (more…)

  • Cabinet meeting

    Cabinet 19 March 2025

    Published on 25 March 2025

    Public questions anticipated the main debate as Epping Forest District Council’s Cabinet endorsed the South Epping Masterplan strategic framework and design code at its meeting on 19 March. (more…)

  • New Pay and Display Machines

    Upgrading pay & display machines

    Published on 24 March 2025

    The pay & display machines in the Epping Forest District Council off-street car parks are being upgraded in early April. (more…)

  • Community Champions unite for successful litter pick event

    Community Champions unite for successful litter pick event

    Published on 21 March 2025

    On Saturday, 15 March, the Waltham Abbey Community Champions teamed up with the EFDC Community Development and Wellbeing team, and Waltham Abbey Fire Station to host a community litter pick. (more…)

  • Stay safe and well this spring success

    Stay Safe and Well this Spring success

    Published on 21 March 2025

    The Stay Safe and Well this Spring event in Epping was a hit with residents attracting over 60 attendees. (more…)

  • Civic Award winners with Chairman of Council Cllr Les Burrows

    Civic Awards 2025 winners

    Published on 17 March 2025

    The awards recognise and celebrate people from across Epping Forest district who tirelessly work to support their communities. (more…)

  • Road closure fees waived for VE Day

    Road closure fees waived for VE Day

    Published on 13 March 2025

    If you are planning a street party to celebrate VE Day we’re making it easier for you to enjoy the celebrations. (more…)