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With miles of scenic trails, ancient woodlands, and a stunning winding river valley, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is one of the best places in the UK for walking and hiking and its one of the most popular outdoor activities. Whether you're after a gentle woodland stroll, a long-distance hike, or a circular trail with a pub stop along the way, there’s a route for everyone.
If you’re looking for an easy introduction, try our ‘12 Easy Walks’, a collection of short, circular routes through some of the area’s most beautiful locations. For something different, the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail combines art and nature, while the Chepstow Town Trail takes you through the town’s historic streets.
For those wanting a longer walk, the Wye Valley Walk stretches an impressive 136 miles, but shorter sections make for a fantastic day out. Other long-distance trails include the Offa’s Dyke Path, Gloucestershire Way, and Monmouthshire Way, all offering breathtaking scenery and well-marked routes. The Wye Valley Greenway, which opened in 2021, provides a fantastic traffic-free route between Chepstow and Tintern, perfect for walkers and cyclists alike.
With well-maintained paths, varied terrain, and incredible viewpoints, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a walker’s paradise. And for those with limited mobility, mobility scooter hire is available at key locations, ensuring that everyone can experience the beauty of the region.
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Inspire2Adventure
Stand-up paddleboarding, gorge scrambling, guided kayaking and rock climbing in the Wye Valley and… Stand-up paddleboarding, gorge scrambling, guided kayaking and rock climbing in the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. Join us for an introduction, a half-day or full day of…
Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
With trails for all abilities, this is the perfect place to start your cycling adventure in the… With trails for all abilities, this is the perfect place to start your cycling adventure in the Forest of Dean.
Woorgreens Lake and Nature Reserve
A nature reserve and lake in the heart of the Forest of Dean which is home to a wide range of… A nature reserve and lake in the heart of the Forest of Dean which is home to a wide range of plants and animals, many miles of footpaths and open forest views. The…
Dymock Woods
Famous for its carpets of spring wildflowers and peaceful trails, Dymock Woods is a beautiful spot… Famous for its carpets of spring wildflowers and peaceful trails, Dymock Woods is a beautiful spot to enjoy a slower pace and reconnect with nature.
Tintern Abbey
When we talk about British architectural icons, they don’t come much more iconic than Tintern… When we talk about British architectural icons, they don’t come much more iconic than Tintern Abbey: a Gothic masterpiece and Romantic symbol of the sublime.
Wye Valley Sculpture Garden
The Wye Valley Sculpture Garden is the creation of artist Gemma Kate Wood, that she has built over… The Wye Valley Sculpture Garden is the creation of artist Gemma Kate Wood, that she has built over the last 20 years.
Beechenhurst
Beechenhurst, managed by Forestry England, lies in the heart of the Forest of Dean, and is a great… Beechenhurst, managed by Forestry England, lies in the heart of the Forest of Dean, and is a great place to start your forest adventure. Trail, play area, picnic spots, Go…
Blaize Bailey Viewpoint
Blaize Bailey is a viewpoint looking over a horseshoe bend in the River Severn and on a fine day,… Blaize Bailey is a viewpoint looking over a horseshoe bend in the River Severn and on a fine day, you will be able to see Gloucester Cathedral, Newnham and the Cotswold Hills.
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