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The Royal Forest

Boutique Inn overlooking Epping Forest

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Overview

A 19th century historic gem, dog-friendly The Royal Forest has been lovingly restored to embrace its rich heritage. Just minutes away from Queen Elizabeth's 16th-century Hunting Lodge, The Royal Forest is ideally positioned for you and your canine companion to discover the history and natural beauty of this stunning location.

Furry friends are truly welcomed into this beautiful dog-friendly pub with rooms. Following a long day of walking together, you'll look forward to unwinding at the Royal Forest. Here, you can always expect a delicious meal with your four-legged friend by your side, before retreating to your cosy room for a restful night's sleep.

With a warmly inviting atmosphere, mouth-watering food to savour, and dog-friendly rooms that are brimming with charm and character, The Royal Forest is the perfect place to relax and recharge in the heart of the beautiful forest.

What your dog can expect at this dog-friendly hotel

The Royal Forest really appreciates what an important part of the family our dogs are. This is shown through the way they cater to all their needs so they can also relax and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life with you. With plenty of dog-friendly areas and rooms that come complete with a comfy dog bed and a special dog pack, a dog-friendly holiday here is sure to set tails wagging!

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Highlights

  • Cosy pub hotel overlooking Epping Forest
  • Award-winning food
  • Ideally located for exploring Epping Forest, Essex and the surrounding areas

Pooch perks

  • Dine with your dog throughout the hotel
  • Dog and wash shower room available
  • Treats and bowls provided

Bow wow factor

Dogs receive a complimentary dog pack, treats, and a cosy bed. Plus, there is a dog spa on site for muddy paws!


There are a variety of stunning dog-friendly bedrooms at The Royal Forest. Within each room, your canine companion will be welcomed in with a cosy dog bed and a complimentary 'Digby Dog Pack' featuring shampoo to use at the Dog Spa! Not forgetting the tasty nibbles generously provided for your dog to enjoy before dinner. This lovely pet-friendly hotel has everything covered to ensure you and your four-legged friends have a holiday to remember in Epping Forest.


Exclusive Offers

Spring into Summer
£159.80 per night £79.90 pppn
A further 15% discount on the regular special offer price
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • A complimentary room upgrade on arrival (subject to availability)
  • A welcome drink in the bar, choose from a glass of house wine, local beer, tea or coffee
  • Enjoy dinner for two on one evening (allowance £30 per person)
  • Full breakfast included each morning
  • Lazy late check out
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • DOGS STAY FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*

Select your room type:

Available: Now to 30 Jun 2026
Snug

Located on first and secondfloors, Snug rooms are perfect for solo travellers or couples who are spending their time out and about. Cosy and comfy, they have everything you need for a well-equipped short break.

Facilities include:

  • Double cabin bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer

Some Snug rooms are dog-friendly - please contact us if a dog-friendly room is required.

£159.80 per night £79.90 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Available: Now to 30 Jun 2025
Comfy

Located on the first and second floor Comfy rooms are Charming and full of character, the ideal choice for a relaxing stay for a couple.

Facilities include:

  • King-size bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
£169.80 per night £84.90 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Available: Now to 30 Jun 2025
Really Comfy

Located on the lower-ground, first and second floors, Really Comfy rooms give you that extra space and are the ideal choice for a relaxing stay for two.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer

All Really comfy rooms have space for a cot and some are dog-friendly.

£179.80 per night £89.90 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Available: Now to 30 Jun 2025
Fancy

Fancy rooms are perfect for those longer stays when you're looking for the ultimate tranquil break or an extra treat.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed with Bramley pillow spray
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower or rainfall shower over bath
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities with Illy coffee machine
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Work space 
  • In-room safe
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Hairdryer

 Some Fancy rooms are dog-friendly.

£199.80 per night £99.90 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Available: Now to 30 Jun 2025
Luxe

Decadent and delightful, Luxe rooms are for those who are looking for our most decadent and spacious rooms. All have space for cots so you can have plenty of space for your little ones and some will accommodate two pull out beds for children.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed with Bramley pillow spray
  • Seating area overlooking the ground floor
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower or roll top bath with rainfall shower
  • Some have in-room roll top baths 
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities with Illy coffee machine
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
£249.80 per night £124.90 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Available: Now to 30 Jun 2025
Accessible in a Luxe

All the luxury of a Luxe room with additional accessiblility features including an accessible wet room equipped with handrails, a mobility-friendly walk-in shower with an emergency pull cord, and a low-level sink. 

£249.80 per night £124.90 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Classic Lazy Break
£159.80 per night £79.90 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • A complimentary room upgrade on arrival (subject to availability)
  • A welcome drink in the bar, choose from a glass of house wine, local beer, tea or coffee
  • Enjoy dinner for two on one evening (allowance £30 per person)
  • Full breakfast included each morning
  • Lazy late check out
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • DOGS STAY FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*

Select your room type:

Snug

Located on first and secondfloors, Snug rooms are perfect for solo travellers or couples who are spending their time out and about. Cosy and comfy, they have everything you need for a well-equipped short break.

Facilities include:

  • Double cabin bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer

Some Snug rooms are dog-friendly - please contact us if a dog-friendly room is required.

£159.80 per night £79.90 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Comfy

Located on the first and second floor Comfy rooms are Charming and full of character, the ideal choice for a relaxing stay for a couple.

Facilities include:

  • King-size bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
£169.80 per night £84.90 pppn

Instant confirmation

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Really Comfy

Located on the lower-ground, first and second floors, Really Comfy rooms give you that extra space and are the ideal choice for a relaxing stay for two.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer

All Really comfy rooms have space for a cot and some are dog-friendly.

£179.80 per night £89.90 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Fancy

Fancy rooms are perfect for those longer stays when you're looking for the ultimate tranquil break or an extra treat.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed with Bramley pillow spray
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower or rainfall shower over bath
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities with Illy coffee machine
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Work space 
  • In-room safe
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Hairdryer

 Some Fancy rooms are dog-friendly.

£199.80 per night £99.90 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Luxe

Decadent and delightful, Luxe rooms are for those who are looking for our most decadent and spacious rooms. All have space for cots so you can have plenty of space for your little ones and some will accommodate two pull out beds for children.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed with Bramley pillow spray
  • Seating area overlooking the ground floor
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower or roll top bath with rainfall shower
  • Some have in-room roll top baths 
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities with Illy coffee machine
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
£249.80 per night £124.90 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Accessible in a Luxe

All the luxury of a Luxe room with additional accessiblility features including an accessible wet room equipped with handrails, a mobility-friendly walk-in shower with an emergency pull cord, and a low-level sink. 

£249.80 per night £124.90 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Bed and Breakfast
£166.50 per night £83.25 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • Full English Breakfast Daily
  • Please note this rate is variable
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • DOGS STAY FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*

Select your room type:

Snug

Located on first and secondfloors, Snug rooms are perfect for solo travellers or couples who are spending their time out and about. Cosy and comfy, they have everything you need for a well-equipped short break.

Facilities include:

  • Double cabin bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer

Some Snug rooms are dog-friendly - please contact us if a dog-friendly room is required.

£166.50 per night £83.25 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Comfy

Located on the first and second floor Comfy rooms are Charming and full of character, the ideal choice for a relaxing stay for a couple.

Facilities include:

  • King-size bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
£186.50 per night £93.25 pppn

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Dog friendly
Really Comfy

Located on the lower-ground, first and second floors, Really Comfy rooms give you that extra space and are the ideal choice for a relaxing stay for two.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer

All Really comfy rooms have space for a cot and some are dog-friendly.

£206.50 per night £103.25 pppn

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Dog friendly
Fancy

Fancy rooms are perfect for those longer stays when you're looking for the ultimate tranquil break or an extra treat.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed with Bramley pillow spray
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower or rainfall shower over bath
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities with Illy coffee machine
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Work space 
  • In-room safe
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Hairdryer

 Some Fancy rooms are dog-friendly.

£229 per night £114.50 pppn

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Dog friendly
Luxe

Decadent and delightful, Luxe rooms are for those who are looking for our most decadent and spacious rooms. All have space for cots so you can have plenty of space for your little ones and some will accommodate two pull out beds for children.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed with Bramley pillow spray
  • Seating area overlooking the ground floor
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower or roll top bath with rainfall shower
  • Some have in-room roll top baths 
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities with Illy coffee machine
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
£279 per night £139.50 pppn

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Dog friendly
Bed and Breakfast Non refundable
£146.50 per night £73.25 pppn
Advanced Purchase Non-Refundable
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • Full English Breakfast Daily
  • Please note this rate is variable
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • DOGS STAY FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*

Select your room type:

Snug

Located on first and secondfloors, Snug rooms are perfect for solo travellers or couples who are spending their time out and about. Cosy and comfy, they have everything you need for a well-equipped short break.

Facilities include:

  • Double cabin bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer

Some Snug rooms are dog-friendly - please contact us if a dog-friendly room is required.

£146.50 per night £73.25 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Comfy

Located on the first and second floor Comfy rooms are Charming and full of character, the ideal choice for a relaxing stay for a couple.

Facilities include:

  • King-size bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
£166.50 per night £83.25 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Really Comfy

Located on the lower-ground, first and second floors, Really Comfy rooms give you that extra space and are the ideal choice for a relaxing stay for two.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer

All Really comfy rooms have space for a cot and some are dog-friendly.

£186.50 per night £93.25 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Fancy

Fancy rooms are perfect for those longer stays when you're looking for the ultimate tranquil break or an extra treat.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed with Bramley pillow spray
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower or rainfall shower over bath
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities with Illy coffee machine
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Work space 
  • In-room safe
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Hairdryer

 Some Fancy rooms are dog-friendly.

£206.50 per night £103.25 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Luxe

Decadent and delightful, Luxe rooms are for those who are looking for our most decadent and spacious rooms. All have space for cots so you can have plenty of space for your little ones and some will accommodate two pull out beds for children.

Facilities include:

  • Super-king size bed with Bramley pillow spray
  • Seating area overlooking the ground floor
  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower or roll top bath with rainfall shower
  • Some have in-room roll top baths 
  • Bramley toiletries
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Baked treats on arrival
  • Tea and coffee making facilities with Illy coffee machine
  • Fridge with bottled water
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Free WiFi
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
£259 per night £129.50 pppn

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Dog friendly


Dine with Your Dog

At The Royal Forest, there are bookable dog-friendly dining spots throughout the pub and restaurant. This means you can comfortably dine with your furry friend by your side. Better yet, there's even a dedicated dog menu here, so your dog can also delight in delicious cuisine. Just make sure you book ahead to secure your spot each evening!



Need to know

WiFi Connection
Accessible Rooms
Children Welcome
Satellite TV in Rooms

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Map & Directions

Address

4 Ranger's Rd
London
E4 7QH


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Location & Local Attractions

The wonderful Epping Forest and surrounding parks make for heavenly dog walks. You'll love spending your days marvelling at the glistening riverside views as your four-legged friend collects sticks. And with the Chingford Overground Station just an 8-minute walk away, you'll be able to easily travel further-afield to discover other dog-friendly locations nearby.



The Royal Forest

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Concierge

When you make a reservation with us, our Canine Concierge are on hand pre and post trip.

Dogs Stay Free

You will never pay a dog charge when you book through PetsPyjamas.

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