Then and Now: Connaught Waters in Epping Forest

Gary Stone looks at an old photograph of Connaught Waters

By Gary Stone, historian

The boathouse by Connaught Waters in Epping Forest is no longer there (Image: Gary Stone) (Image: Gary Stone)

On the edge of Chingford in Epping Forest is Connaught Waters.

Built out of marsh land in 1881 and further expanded in 1893, it was named after the Duke of Connaught who was appointed Forest Ranger in 1882.

Connaught Waters in Epping Forest (Image: Gary Stone) It was a popular destination for day trippers. The boat house has long since gone.

Gary Stone looks at an old photograph of Connaught Waters