Calendar of events and activities

This Summer we are taking our animals on a tour of Waltham Forest's libraries!

Across multiple dates in July and August, come find us at one of your local libraries where you can meet one of our Environmental Education Officers to find out more about what happens at The Hive and how you could get involved.

We will be running animal handling sessions (ticketed), natural crafts and engaging storytimes. 

Various dates and locations. Visit the link below to find out more.

Join us for a citizen science day at The Hive, including bug hunting, pond dipping, animal handling and nature inspired crafts.

Thursday 23 July | 10am to 2:30pm

£12 per child, £4 per adult (plus Eventbrite fees)

A day of child-led fun in Epping Forest. Climb a tree, whittle a sword, cook a snack on the campfire and much more!

Monday 27 to Friday 31 July | 10am to 3pm

Wednesday 12 to Friday 14 August | 10am to 3pm

£42 per child  | Ages 5 to 11

Come and join us for the launch of our brand new nature area in a newly refurbished woodland area in Langthorne Park.

Suitable for ages 8 years and up (including adults!).

Monday 5 August 2026 | 10 to 11:30am 

Friday 21 August 2026 | 10 to 11:30am or 1 to 2:30pm 

£3 per child.

Join us on one of our popular storytime events in Epping Forest; based on the beloved classic Where The Wild Things Are.

Monday 3 August 2026

£12 per child (plus Eventbrite fees) | Suitable for ages 18 months to 5 years

A fun-packed day of dinosaur themed activities for children aged 3 to 8 years and their families. Forest trail, crafts, activities, games and meeting a mystery animal at The Hive.

Monday 10 August 2026

£16 for one child, 13 for each additional sibling (plus Eventbrite fees) | Suitable for ages 3 to 8 

Join us on one of our popular storytime events in Epping Forest; based on the beloved classic: The Three Little Pigs. 

Wednesday 19 August 2026

£12 per child (plus Eventbrite fees) | Suitable for ages 18 months to 4 years

After much anticipation, we are now launching our first Family Camp at The Hive! Bring the family for a camping experience like no other, in the heart of Epping Forest amongst 7 acres of blissful woodland habitat. Staff-led activities, excellent facilities, and catering included.

Thursday 20 to Friday 21 August 2026

£75 per person (plus Eventbrite fees) | Suitable for ages 4 +

A day of nature connection for LGBTQ+ families and children, exploring the queerness of the natural world and a zine making workshop.

Monday 24 August 2026

£16 per adult, £8 per child (plus Eventbrite fees) | Suitable for all ages

Using tools, carve your own pendant, worry stone or ornament, from natural soapstone. Plus other natural crafts.

Friday 28 August 2026

£20 per person (plus Eventbrite fees) | Suitable for Adults and children aged 11+

Join us for an evening of nocturnal wonders - with a bat walk, moth trap, crafts, quizzes, trail and hot drinks (included). 

Suitable for ages 8 years and up (including adults!).

Friday 18 September 2026 | 7pm to 9pm

£15 per child, £8 per adult (plus Eventbrite fees)