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Louepp Survey

4XMay 2024 by Strider

Route description

This is a replacement for LOUEPP 2 where the route file has a problem and won't load onto mapping apps. This route is through Epping Forest on paths that are usually quite firm but can be muddy in places. You are advised to take adequate fluid and food etc with you as there are no supplies on most of the route. This route is enjoyable all year round, but is unlit during hours of darkness. This route is surprisingly hilly, for a part of the world often thought by outsiders to be flat. The beech forest looks very different at times of the year. A GPS locator is useful as there are many paths together with a map. People walking from Epping to Loughton should watch carefully for the right turn path towards off the main Forest Road track towards Furze Ground between Jack's Hill and Golding's Hill It is possible to leave the route and join the public bus service at Golding's Hill should you need to do so, approximately hourly - check timetable on line.

About the surveyor

Coming soon.

Survey Contents

Grading

Path surface grading

4 Grade 4: Route includes very rough surfaces including deep ruts, steep loose gravel, unmade paths and deep muddy sections. Wheelchairs may experience traction/wheel spin issues.

Accessibility grading

X Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.

Photos

Photos from surveys are coming soon.

Facilities

  • Not present at time of survey Public toilet
  • Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet
  • Not present at time of survey Supermarket
  • Not present at time of survey Restaurant
  • Not present at time of survey Vegan restaurant
  • Not present at time of survey Accommodation
  • Not present at time of survey Accommodation < £50
  • Not present at time of survey Campsite
  • Not present at time of survey Bothy
  • Not present at time of survey Free wifi
  • Not present at time of survey Public phone
  • Not present at time of survey Mobile Phone Coverage
  • Not present at time of survey Train station
  • Not present at time of survey Bench
  • Not present at time of survey Picnic table
  • Not present at time of survey Bus stop
  • Not present at time of survey Ferry

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Challenges

  • Not present at time of survey Scrambling
  • Not present at time of survey Wading
  • Not present at time of survey Swimming
  • Not present at time of survey Climbing
  • Not present at time of survey Stepping stones
  • Not present at time of survey Very slippery
  • Present at time of survey Very muddy
  • Maybe present Very icy
  • Maybe present Likely to flood
  • Present at time of survey Long grass sections
  • Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path
  • Not present at time of survey Diverted path

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Obstacles

  • Not present at time of survey Stiles
  • Present at time of survey Step and kerbs
  • Present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable
  • Present at time of survey Flights of steps
  • Not present at time of survey Gates
  • Not present at time of survey Kissing gates
  • Not present at time of survey Locked gates
  • Not present at time of survey Disables access gates
  • Not present at time of survey Cycle barriers
  • Not present at time of survey Ladders
  • Not present at time of survey Cattle grids
  • Not present at time of survey Fords
  • Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges
  • Not present at time of survey Ferry required
  • Not present at time of survey Acceptable road walking
  • Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking
  • Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings
  • Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads
  • Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads
  • Not present at time of survey Railway crossings
  • Not present at time of survey River crossings
  • Not present at time of survey Cattle possible
  • Present at time of survey Horses possible
  • Not present at time of survey Tidal area
  • Not present at time of survey Potential falls
  • Not present at time of survey Exposed to elements
  • Not present at time of survey Remote area
  • Not present at time of survey Mountainous area
  • Not present at time of survey Military training area
  • Not present at time of survey No visible path
  • Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds
  • Not present at time of survey Other hazards

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Accessibility

  • Present at time of survey Free of stiles
  • Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs
  • Not present at time of survey Free of flights of steps
  • Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles

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Measurements

The narrowest part of the path is 120.00cm

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 19.00%

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 19.00%

The steepest camber gradient across the path 4.00%

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unsigned

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Successfully completed

  • Small Pug-sized dog
  • Small Labrador-sized dog
  • Large St. Bernard-sized dog
  • Standard pram
  • Off-road rugged pram
  • Standard wheelchair
  • Off-road rugged wheelchair
  • Standard mobility scooter
  • Off-road rugged mobility scooter

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Expert recommendations

  • Small Pug-sized dog
  • Small Labrador-sized dog
  • Large St. Bernard-sized dog
  • Standard pram
  • Off-road rugged pram
  • Standard wheelchair
  • Off-road rugged wheelchair
  • Standard mobility scooter
  • Off-road rugged mobility scooter

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Terrain

15.00% of the route is on roads

75.00% of the route is paved

There is no data on how much of this route is lit at night

10.00% of the route is muddy

10.00% of the route is over rough ground

10.00% of the route is through long grass

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