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Epping

British

/ ˈɛpɪŋ /

noun

a town in E England, in Essex, on the edge of Epping Forest: a residential centre for London. Pop: 9889 (2001)

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At the launch of the annual report, the museum showcased the Roman vehicle fitting, discovered at Epping Forest and dating to between AD43 and 200.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

And now the film has been released, it is thought Epping Forest will see an increase in "screen tourism", particularly given the global appeal of the series.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

Epping Forest District Council sought to block migrants lodging at The Bell Hotel in Epping by arguing its owner had flouted planning rules.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

The decision was a "slap in the face to the people of Epping", said shadow interior minister Chris Philp.

From Barron's • Nov. 11, 2025

Meg going one day with her neighbours to make merry, a miller near Epping looking out, the boy they had with them, about fourteen years old, said—"Put out, miller, put out."

From Amusing Prose Chap Books by Various

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