Things To Do

In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Things To Do

In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Things To Do

In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Things To Do

In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

    With outdoor adventures, unique attractions, rich heritage, and unforgettable experiences, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a destination full of things to see and do. Whether you’re here for thrills, tranquillity, history, or family fun, there’s something for everyone.

    Explore the region on foot or by bike, following waymarked trails through beautiful woodland and scenic river valleys. The River Wye is one of the best in the country for canoeing, kayaking, and stand up paddleboarding (SUP), offering a unique perspective of the landscape. If you're after an adrenaline rush, tackle a high ropes course, off-road driving, or mountain biking trails.

    For those who love history and culture, step inside medieval castles, historic churches, and fascinating museums that tell the story of the region. Rainy days are no problem either, with plenty to explore underground in caves and mines, or you can enjoy a scenic steam train journey through the forest.

    Families will find plenty of attractions to keep all ages entertained, from wildlife parks and adventure playgrounds to immersive arts and crafts experiences. For a slower pace, wellbeing activities, food and drink tastings, and creative workshops offer the perfect way to unwind.

    Whether you come for the trees, the rivers, the culture, the fun, the miles of footpaths or cycle tracks or just to find your freedom in our little slice of paradise, we look forward to welcoming you here soon.

    All Things To Do Businesses

    Serenity room at Float in the Forest
    Relaxation

    Float in the Forest

    Floatation is a relaxation therapy where you float effortlessly on the…

    Bracelands Campsite
    Dogs | Families | Groups

    Bracelands Camping

    Bracelands Campsite is a spacious, family- and dog-friendly camping,…

    Harts Barn Cookery School Group
    Foodies | Accessible | Families

    Harts Barn Cookery School

    Cookery experiences for all. Holiday activities, parties, fire cooking,…

    VDW Canoes9 462453209
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Wye Canoes

    We are your Wye Valley Canoe, Kayak and Paddleboard hire experts...Based…

    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…

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    Arts

    Forest Of Dean & Wye Valley School Of Photography

    Fun, photographic training, group guiding, photography mindfulness…

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

    Forest of Dean Cycle Centre

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

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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.…

    Cyril Hart Arboretum Entrance
    Nature | Relaxation | Families

    Cyril Hart Arboretum

    An arboretum full of unusual and interesting trees in the heart of the…

    PEDALABIKEAWAY
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Pedalabikeaway

    Pedalabikeaway is the only Bike Hire in the Forest of Dean with direct,…

    Tintern Abbey
    History | Groups | Arts

    Tintern Abbey

    When we talk about British architectural icons, they don’t come much more…

    Caving with Borderlands Outdoor
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Borderlands Outdoor

    Outdoor Training and Adventure in the Wye Valley & South Wales…

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    Families | Groups | History

    Raglan Castle

    Explore Raglan Castle – a striking fortress rising above Monmouthshire's…

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    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Wye Valley Miniature Golf

    A twelve hole miniature golf course amongst the fantasy ruins of a…

    Leaf Creative Garden Centre Evening Event
    Dogs | Families | Nature

    Leaf Creative

    Leaf Creative is the place to go to find fabulous & unusual plant…

    Hopewell Colliery underground mine
    Families | Groups | History

    Hopewell Colliery - Working Mine and Cafe

    Mined since the 1800s, the colliery gives you a unique opportunity to…

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