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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

Forestry England Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
Families | Dogs | Groups | Nature | Adventure

Forest of Dean Cycle Centre

With trails for all abilities, this is the perfect place to start your cycling adventure in the…

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail Cathedral of the forest stained glass window
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature | Arts | History | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

Established in 1986, the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail is a unique outdoor experience that…

Way2 Go Adventures canoe with a dog
Adventure | Groups | Dogs | Families

Way2Go Adventures Ltd

Way2Go Adventures is a family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean offering exciting outdoor…

Inspire2Adventure SUP
Adventure | Families | Groups

Inspire2Adventure

Stand-up paddleboarding, gorge scrambling, guided kayaking and rock climbing in the Wye Valley and…

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…

Way2go hen and stag gorge scrambling

A family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean offering exciting outdoor activities such as…

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…

DBC Leisure Clay Pigeon Shooting
Adventure | Families | Groups

DBC Leisure

Clay shooting, air rifle, archery tuition with friendly, experienced instructors; beginners,…

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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,…

Caving with Borderlands Outdoor
Adventure | Families | Groups

Borderlands Outdoor

Outdoor Training and Adventure in the Wye Valley & South Wales Borderlands. Climbing, Caving,…

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Families | Groups | Adventure

Adventure golf at Whitemead Forest Park

Enjoy a round of woodland themed adventure golf at Whitemead Forest Park. Made up of 12 holes,…

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Adventure | Families | Groups

Monmouth Canoe & Activity Centre

Canoe and kayak hire on the River Wye. Families and large groups welcomed including the dog.…

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…

Go Ape Treetop Challenge 8
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.…

Gooch Sports and Leisure Swimming Equipment

A traditional, friendly family business in the centre of Newent selling sporting goods, a good…

Blaize Bailey viewpoint and walk
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Nature | Relaxation

Blaize Bailey Viewpoint

Blaize Bailey is a viewpoint looking over a horseshoe bend in the River Severn and on a fine day,…

Adventure Events

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Bracknell Sundown 1

Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 9th Nov 2025

Experience tree top thrills in a whole new light

Stick man xmas event
Families | Adventure | Groups | Nature | Dogs | Relaxation

Stick Man Christmas Trail at Beechenhurst

Dates:
5th Nov 2025 - 31st Dec 2025

Join Stick Man for his winter forest adventure at Beechenhurst. It's the perfect way to celebrate…

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Accessible

Kids Go Free In November

Dates:
8th Nov 2025 - 9th Nov 2025

Visit us this November and only pay for the adults in your group!

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Accessible

Kids Go Free In November

Dates:
8th Nov 2025 - 30th Nov 2025

Visit us this November and only pay for the adults in your group!

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Kids Go Free In November - every Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday

Event Dates:
11th Nov 2025 - 11th Nov 2025

Visit us this November and kids go free!

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Kids Go Free In November - Save On Your Autumn Family Fun

Event Dates:
15th Nov 2025 - 16th Nov 2025

Visit us this November and only pay for the adults in your group!

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Adventure | Families | Groups

November Evening Wildlife Safari and the Tudor Farmhouse

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

Experience the autumn colours and wildlife at dusk in the Forest of Dean…

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Kids Go Free In November - Enjoy An Autumn Day Out at Perrygrove Railway

Event Dates:
18th Nov 2025 - 18th Nov 2025

Save on your family day out this November!

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Kids Go Free In November- It's Not Too Late To Visit!

Event Dates:
22nd Nov 2025 - 23rd Nov 2025

Save on your November Family Days Out at Perrygrove Railway

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Kids Go Free In November - Last Tuesday On Offer!

Event Dates:
25th Nov 2025 - 25th Nov 2025

Only a few chances left to save on your family visit to Perrygrove this…

Night Ride FOD
Adventure | Nature

Pedal Tribe Night Rides

Event Dates:
27th Nov 2025 - 27th Nov 2025

Join us for guided night rides every month, helping you feel confident…

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Adventure | Families | Groups

December Evening Wildlife Safari and the Tudor Farmhouse

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

Venture out on this winter evening safari just before dusk to watch for…

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

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.

Summer hols 2
Adventure | Dogs | Groups | Nature

Canoeing summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to…

Summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to Friday

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:
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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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