Year 1 pupils at Howe Green House School in Great Hallingbury enjoyed a "magical" trip to Epping Forest.

The children created woodland art using crayons, leaves and bark, and searched for mini beasts such as newts and worms on the forest floor.

Dunmow Broadcast: Children from Howe Green House School in Great Hallingbury enjoyed a trip to Epping ForestChildren from Howe Green House School in Great Hallingbury enjoyed a trip to Epping Forest (Image: Howe Green House School)

Pupils learnt about the woodland through different games and activities, looking at the needs of all the different animals that live in this unique habitat.

A spokesperson for the school said: "A great day of outdoor learning and lots of fun!"

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Epping Forest is an ancient woodland, which became a Royal Forest in the 12th century.

Howe Green House School is an independent prepratory school for children aged two to 11.

To find out more visit www.howegreenhouseschool.co.uk.