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COPPED HALL is a fine Georgian mansion that is currently under restoration. It is superbly sited on a ridge overlooking its landscaped parkland. The mansion and gardens are situated on a site of ancient human habitation. Many important buildings, from the Medieval, Tudor and Elizabethan eras were demolished prior to the present mansion being built and enlarged by the Victorians.

From 1986-1995 a campaign was successfully fought by a committee comprised of representatives of local conservation societies against repeated large scale aggressive development proposals for the mansion and parkland. Three of these individuals set up the Copped Hall Trust which finally saved the mansion and gardens by purchasing them in 1995. The Corporation of London had already saved the surrounding parkland in 1992. The aim of the Trust is to permanently protect the site, carefully restore Copped Hall and its gardens for educational, cultural and community benefit. Copped Hall and its gardens are STRICTLY PRIVATE, open only for advertised events.

Access

The only access to Copped Hall is via the white 18th century gates on Crown Hill (Upshire Road). The gates are the first turning on the right, when approaching from Epping, on the B1393 and they will be staffed when Copped Hall is open. The lodges are privately owned and it is essential not to disturb the lodge owners for access.

The postcode for entry on Satnav is CM16 5HR.

The continuing restoration of the Georgian Mansion is to its 1758 condition.  The site also consists of some 20 acres of undulating gardens and four acres of sloping walled garden.  They have been rescued by the Trust from complete dereliction, because of this, both the Mansion and the Gardens provide a challenge to provide universal access to all.

As a result, at this time, a number of areas in the Mansion and Gardens are not suitable for those with severe disabilities. It is therefore strongly recommended that visitors that are in any doubt as the suitability of a visit, particularly with regard to the location of a ticketed event, should contact the Trust or Copped Hall Box Office.

Friends of the Copped Hall Trust, children under 16 years and necessary carers have free entry for Guided Tours, Garden Afternoons (including Easter Sunday), Open Days and Apple Day. On occasions dogs are welcome in the grounds but must be kept on leads. Dogs are NOT allowed in the Mansion at any time.

Directions

Sat Nav Post Code: CM16 5HR (NO OTHER)
What Three Words: stow.crab.record

There are alternative way to reach our WHITE entrance gates

From the M25, junction 26
Follow signs to Loughton (then to Epping). Drive uphill through the forest to the roundabout. Take the first left exit (B1393), passing the Miller and Carter restaurant on the left and the SHELL garage on the left. Some SatNavs will tell you to enter a Car Park (Lodge car park) – ignore this. In slightly less than half a mile, turn left into Crown Hill. After a few hundred yards you will see on the right a clearing and the white entrance gates and the Lodge houses of Copped Hall.

From Woodford and Loughton
Drive to the Miller and Carter roundabout, follow signs to Epping (B1393) passing the restaurant and the Shell garage on your left. Some SatNavs will tell you to enter a Car Park (Lodge car park) – ignore this. In about half a mile, turn left onto Crown Hill. After a few hundred yards you will see on the right, the white entrance gates and Lodge houses of Copped Hall.

From Harlow and the M11
Follow signs to Epping for approximately 5 miles. Drive through Epping, after passing the Bell Hotel on your right, in slightly over a mile turn right into Crown Hill. Do not turn right before then. After a few hundred yards you will see on the right the white entrance gates and Lodge houses of Copped Hall.

From North Weald.
Drive through Epping, after passing the Bell Hotel on your right, in slightly over a mile turn right into Crown Hill. Do not turn right before then. After a few hundred yards you will see on the right the white entrance gates and Lodge houses to Copped Hall.

Some people are having difficulty in reaching the correct entrance gates to Copped Hall. This is due to some Sat Nav and smart phone apps misdirecting them. Some SatNavs will tell you to enter a Car Park (Lodge Car park) on the Epping Road – IGNORE THIS. In slightly less than half a mile further north, turn left into Crown Hill. After a few hundred yards you will see on the right, a clearing and the white entrance gates and the Lodge houses of Copped Hall.

If you have followed the directions correctly you will see the following entrance.
There is no other way to Copped Hall.

If you see green gates like this…

… you are in the wrong place. You cannot get to us this way. Turn around and head south on the Epping Road to Crown Hill. We look forward to welcoming you to Copped Hall

How to visit

MONTHLY GUIDED TOURS

Third Sunday of the month * (excluding December)
Tours start from 10.00am and entry gates close at 11.00am.
Cost £10.00. Free for children under 16 and necessary carers.

The tours last about 2 hours 30 min - 3 hours and cover the whole of the gardens, part of the mansion, the cellars and the stables. The price includes guided tours of the mansion and gardens.

* Extended Guided tours also take place – see What’s On Page or Calendar of Events Page.


OPEN DAYS

Sundays: 24 May and 30 August 2020
Gates open 11.00am – 4.00pm

Cost £10 per person. Friends of Copped Hall (on production of membership card) and Children under 16 and necessary carers – Free.

There will be access to the whole of the gardens, parts of the mansion (with room stewart present), the cellars and the stables. Tea, coffee, home-made cakes available, ase well as bar selling alcoholic drinks. There are stalls and exhibitions, home-made and home-grown produce for sale and the Trust shop will be open.


PRIVATE TOURS

Private tours of the house and grounds are welcome on weekdays and Sundays provided they do not clash with other events. Your party should have at least 20 people. Larger groups may be divided, each group having their own knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide.
The cost will be £15.00 each person which includes tea or coffee and homemade cakes. A £50.00 deposit will be needed to secure the date.

To book your tour please contact:
Private Tours
The Copped Hall Trust
The Stables Courtyard
Crown Hill, Epping CM16 5HS.

To enquire about private tours contact:
Alan Cox
Tel: 07799 473108
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..


EVENTS

A wide range of events are held at Copped Hall throughout the year, ranging from Study days, Shakespearian Plays and Furniture Restoration to Astronomy classes, Classical Guitar and much, much more. Please see the "What’s On" pages.

Buying tickets

Tickets can be purchased on line via:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/coppedhallevents
or by clicking the logo below.
View the event, pay and print your tickets. 
Both debit and credit cards may be used.

If you are having problems with buying on-line please contact the Box Office on: 07749 397932 or via email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

To enquire about Private Tours or Drawing Classes
Call Alan Cox on Tel. 07799 473108 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


A REMINDER ABOUT ADVANCE TICKET SALES

Tickets bought in Advance offer a discount to those bought on the day, when the event allows this. However sales of Advance tickets cease at 10PM THE NIGHT BEFORE. No Advance tickets can be purchased on the day of the event


A REMINDER ABOUT DOGS AT COPPED HALL

A little reminder about bringing your dog to Copped Hall. Well behaved dogs are welcome in the grounds at Copped Hall providing they are always kept on a short lead. Dogs however are NOT allowed inside the Mansion and ONLY formally trained assistance dogs are allowed in the Racquets Court, where our refreshments are served. Dog waste bins are located in the gardens.

Latest News

Some people are having difficulty in reaching the correct entrance gates to Copped Hall. This is due to some Sat Nav and smart phone apps misdirecting them. Some SatNavs will tell you to enter a Car Park (Lodge Car park) on the Epping Road – IGNORE THIS. In slightly less than half a mile further north, turn left into Crown Hill. After a few hundred yards you will see on the right, a clearing and the white entrance gates and the Lodge houses of Copped Hall. THERE IS NO OTHER ENTRY TO COPPED HALL.

Please follow the Directions information on this page to get full details of how to correctly reach our entrance.


PRIVATE TOURS OF COPPED HALL

Would your club, society or interest group, like an exclusive, private tour of Copped Hall? We can arrange a private tour for your group to explore the 900 years of history of the site, including the existing mansion, gardens and sites of the earlier medieval and Elizabethan houses, all accompanied by one of experienced guides, plus refreshments included. You will not be disappointed. Please contact us on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us on 07749 397932 for more details. Early booking is essential.


OUR CAROL CONCERT PROGRAMME FOR 2024

We are delighted to announce the exciting programme for our Carol Concerts this year and tickets are now available. Please see Calendar of Events page for more details or simply click the Ticketsource logo below to book your tickets.


A REWARD FOR THE RIGHT PICTURE

Do you have any photographs that your parents or grandparents took of Copped Hall in the 1940s or 1950s, particularly of the staircase inside the mansion? We are looking for detail of the balustrade that was on the stone staircase before it was all smashed out. Lots of people used to visit the mansion in its ruinous state and maybe you have just the picture we want. Please contact Alan Cox on 07799 473108 if you can help.


INTERESTED IN HAVING A TALK ABOUT COPPED HALL?
We are happy to provide experienced speakers to local organisations and groups in the Essex and Hertfordshire areas, to tell you all about Copped Hall's unique history and restoration programme. Please contact us on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. about our availability and speaker charges.


Copped Hall is the perfect location for your Car Club to come on a visit. As well as exhibiting your cars against the background of the mansion and gardens, you and your guests can explore this historical site with a guide. Click on the title to understand the possibilities.