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In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

If you’re looking for your next big adventure, you’ve found it. The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is packed with thrill-seeking experiences, wild landscapes, and off-the-beaten-track places to stay, eat and explore for the perfect adventure.

Whether you’re into high ropes and zip wires, mountain biking through ancient woodland, or paddleboarding down the River Wye, adventure here comes in many forms. You’ll find expert guides, friendly instructors, and trusted providers offering everything from rock climbing and caving to off-road driving, laser tag, axe throwing and much more.

But adventure isn’t just about adrenaline - it’s about stepping outside the ordinary. Stay in a treehouse or converted railway carriage, eat at unique rural venues, and discover the kind of moments that turn into stories you’ll tell for years.

In this section, you’ll find a full range of activity providers, adventure-friendly accommodation, outdoor eateries, and services that help make your trip unforgettable.

Ready to take the leap? Browse below to plan your next adventure in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

Adventure Businesses

PEDALABIKEAWAY
Adventure | Families | Groups

Pedalabikeaway

Pedalabikeaway is the only Bike Hire in the Forest of Dean with direct, traffic free access to the…

VDW Canoes9 462453209
Adventure | Families | Groups

Wye Canoes

We are your Wye Valley Canoe, Kayak and Paddleboard hire experts...Based in beautiful Symonds Yat…

Defender 90
Adventure | Groups

Whitecliff Off Road Centre

Whether you are looking for great a day out, a learning experience or Professional 4x4 training, we…

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Adventure | Families | Dogs | Groups

Wye-Bikes

Providing a wide range of bikes for all ages and abilities, we will offer tag-alongs, trailers for…

Group of ladies celebrating mid-game of laser clay pigeon shooting at Dean Laser Clay Ltd
Adventure | Families | Groups | Accessible | Dogs

Dean Laser Clay

Laser Clay Pigeon shooting brings the thrill of traditional clay pigeon shooting into the 21st…

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Adventure | Families | Groups

Go Ape Forest of Dean

Nestled deep within the Forest of Dean are some of the best outdoor experiences and things to do.…

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Adventure | Families | Groups

Wye Adventures

We are the place to come to for your Wye Valley Outdoor Experiences; canoes, kayaks, SUP boards,…

Ross on Wye Canoe Hire
Adventure | Families | Groups

River Wye Canoe Hire

Ross on Wye Canoe Hire, based in Symonds Yat West in the heart of the Wye valley is one of the UK's…

Krazy Golf - Lydney
Families | Groups | Adventure

Krazy Golf - Lydney

Our 15 hole Krazy Golf theme is based on attractions throughout the forest of dean, we offer…

Battlesports Glos Outdoor Laser Tag group session
Adventure | Families | Groups

BattleSports Glos - Outdoor Laser Tag

Experience the thrill of outdoor laser tag at BattleSports Glos, where the excitement of paintball…

Puzzlewood Forest
Adventure | Families | Groups | History | Nature

Puzzlewood

Wander enchanting twisting tree-root paths at Puzzlewood, the Forest of Dean set seen in Star Wars,…

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Adventure | Families | Groups | History | Nature

Clearwell Caves

Discover the Wonder of Under! The neolithic mines at Clearwell Caves are a secret world hidden…

Dean Forest Cycles
Adventure | Families | Groups

Dean Forest Cycles

Cycle Trail, Mountain & Road Bike Hire centre situated in the village of Parkend. A Cafe, serving…

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Adventure | Groups

Forest Adventure

Activities include Climbing, Canoe & Kayak adventures. Cave experiences. Archery, Bivouac weekends…

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Adventure | Families | Groups

The Viking Games

Viking Games in the Herefordshire hills.

Briery Hill Llamas
Families | Adventure | Groups | Nature | Foodies | Relaxation

Briery Hill Llamas

Visit our llama farm for an unforgettable llama experience and animal enrichment

Adventure Events

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Adventure | Families | Groups | Relaxation

Evening Wildlife Safari and the Tudor Farmhouse

Dates:
20th Sept 2025 - 20th Sept 2025

In the evening and at dusk, the Forest of Dean is home to all kinds of mighty and mysterious…

Pedal Wye Valley

Dates:
21st Sept 2025 - 21st Sept 2025

Pedal through the beautiful landscapes of the Wye Valley on our British Cycling approved event.…

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Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Evening Wildlife Safari

Dates:
4th Oct 2025 - 4th Oct 2025

At dusk, the Forest of Dean is home to all kinds of mighty and mysterious creatures, experience an…

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Adventure | Families | Nature | Relaxation

Autumn Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari

Dates:
10th Oct 2025 - 10th Oct 2025

Experience the wonders of autumn on a captivating journey through the ancient woodlands of the…

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Adventure | Families | Nature

Autumn Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari

Event Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 17th Oct 2025

Experience the wonders of autumn on a captivating journey through the…

Bracknell Sundown 1
Adventure | Families | Groups

Sundown Adventures at Go Ape Beechenhurst Lodge

Event Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 9th Nov 2025

Experience tree top thrills in a whole new light

FOD Ultra Marathon
Adventure | Dogs | Groups

Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A running race that takes you on a wonderful journey through the Forest of…

RICH 8738
Adventure | Families | Groups

Evening Wildlife Safari and the Tudor Farmhouse

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

At dusk, the Forest of Dean is home to all kinds of mighty and mysterious…

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Adventure | Families | Nature

Autumn Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari

Event Dates:
19th Oct 2025 - 19th Oct 2025

Experience the wonders of autumn on a captivating journey through the…

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Adventure | Families | Nature

Autumn Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari

Event Dates:
23rd Oct 2025 - 23rd Sept 2025

Experience the wonders of autumn on a captivating journey through the…

Drewitts2025 88
Adventure | Families | Nature

Autumn Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari

Event Dates:
4th Nov 2025 - 4th Nov 2025

Experience the wonders of autumn on a captivating journey through the…

RICH 8718
Adventure | Families | Groups

Evening Wildlife Safari and the Tudor Farmhouse

Event Dates:
15th Nov 2025 - 15th Nov 2025

At dusk, the Forest of Dean is home to all kinds of mighty and mysterious…

RICH 8665
Adventure | Families | Groups

Evening Wildlife Safari and the Tudor Farmhouse

Event Dates:
13th Dec 2025 - 13th Dec 2025

At dusk, the Forest of Dean is home to all kinds of mighty and mysterious…

Gloucester Cheese Rolling
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling - Date TBC

Event Dates:
26th May 2026 - 26th May 2026

One of the UK’s most legendary and eccentric events, the Gloucestershire…

Coleford Music Festival
Adventure | Families | Groups

Coleford Music Festival - DATE TBC

Event Dates:
12th Jul 2026 - 13th Jul 2026

Coleford Music Festival is one of the most loved free music events in the…

Adventure Offers

Summer hols 2
Adventure | Dogs | Groups | Nature

Canoeing summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to…

Summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to Friday

Go Ape Treetop Challenge II
Adventure

SAVE 15% off Go Ape Treetop Challenge

Expires: 31st Dec 2025

Forest of Dean Treetop Challenge: 15% off for families of 3-6! Use code FAMILY15. Sun-Fri.

Adventure Experiences

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Prices from:
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Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari

Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari, experience the wonders of nature on a captivating journey…

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Prices from:
£40.00

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Evening Wildlife Safari

Forest of Dean Evening Wildlife Safari, discover all kinds of mighty and mysterious creatures.

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Prices from:
£40.00

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Experience Early Morning Bird Song

Experience Early Morning Bird Song, theres no sweeter or more harmonious way to begin the day with…

Jacob and the cows

Prices from:
£179.99

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Half day farm experience

Half Day farm experience including meeting the pigs and cows, a llama pamper session and an…

Adventure Trails

Biker in Forest credit Steve Hunt 2
Adventure | Families

Downhill Cycling Trails

Ride world-class downhill trails at the Forest of Dean Cycle Centre. From flowy blues to…

Kids cycling at the Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Cycling Trails in the Forest of Dean and Wye…

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just fancy a pootle through peaceful countryside, the Forest…

Film & TV Trail in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
Adventure | Families | Nature | Arts | History

Film & TV Trail

Follow the Film & TV Trail in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Visit real filming locations from…

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