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      • Good with the Dog
      • The Offa's Dyke Path
      • Symonds Yat Rock Walks
      • The Wye Valley Greenway
      • Accessible Walks
      • Other Walking Routes & Trails
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      • Cycle Trails
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  2. Bluebells in the Forest of Dean
  3. Kingfisher Forest of Dean Autumn
  4. Iron Road on the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
  5. Autumn - Leaf Peeping Tintern Abbey

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Explore the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Breathtaking views, acres of ancient forest, a dramatic river valley, picturesque towns and villages, a wealth of history and culture and plenty of things to do - the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a spectacular place to visit at any time of year.

In these pages you can discover what makes this area so special, from our unique history to our modern day film and TV productions, our nature and wildlife and guides to getting here and around.

Fall in love with our little slice of paradise, be inspired by its timeless beauty and reconnect with nature which you’ll find all around you here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

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  1. Things To Do - Walking in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
    Maps & Guides
    A wide range of leaflets, brochures, guides, maps and trails which are ideal resources to introduce you to the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Download them as a PDF and take your time researching your holiday in advance or use the trails and maps as guides while you are here.
  2. Things To Do - Shopping Coleford Town Centre in the Forest of Dean
    Towns & Villages
    Our historic towns and villages feature independent specialist shops, characterful cafes and pubs, historic monuments and buildings plus of course are all surrounded by beautiful countryside ideal for interesting walks, local cycle routes and inspiring days out.
  3. History & Heritage
    History & Heritage
    We have a very rich heritage here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley of which we are rightly proud. A former royal hunting forest, the Dean has a long past as a source of timber for ships and building, coal, charcoal, iron ore, ochre and limestone.
  4. Nature Wildlife Experiences in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
    Nature & Wildlife
    From the 20 million trees in the Forest of Dean to the 58 mile long Wye Valley AONB, our natural beauty, dramatic landscapes and plethora of flora and fauna are what make our area so unique. You can walk for miles along glorious paths and see a wide range of local plants, trees and animals.
  5. Film & TV
    Film & TV
    The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has a fascinating film and TV history, being used as a location for a huge range of productions, from blockbuster international films to popular TV shows, children's programmes to dark fantasies. Download our Film & TV Trail to explore them all.
  6. Surrounding Areas
    Surrounding Areas
    The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is surrounded by a wealth of stunning British countryside and historic cities and towns which you may also want to visit while you're here. From the cathedral city of Gloucester to the festival town of Cheltenham, the dramatic Brecon Beacons National Park and the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, we want to make sure you explore the best of our region on your visit.
  7. Famous People
    Famous People
    The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has a long and rich history filled with well-known people. From ancient historical figures to modern-day writers and artists, here we have just a small selection of some of the well-known people who have links with the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, from Dennis Potter to J.K. Rowling.
  8. Ways to Get Around
    Ways to Get Around
    Once here there are many ways you can get out and explore the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Whether you're looking to see as much as possible with the flexibility of your own car or have a car free holiday and walk, cycle or use public transport, we hope we have provided all the information you need to discover our ancient forest and dramatic river valley.
  9. Things To Do
    Things To Do
    We’ve got outdoor adventures galore, unique attractions, activities and experiences, a rich heritage and a landscape ripe for exploring and getting off the beaten track. See all of the things to do in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

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Hopewell Colliery
Hopewell Colliery, Museum and Cafe
Pew Corner - Luxury Converted Chapel Chamber
Pew Corner - Luxury Converted Chapel Chamber
Bells Hotel and Country Club
Bells Hotel and Country Club
Cosy Treat - Luxury Converted Chapel Rehearsal Rooms
Cosy Treat - Luxury Converted Chapel Rehearsal Rooms
Forest Barn Holidays
Private, Rural, Hamlet of Luxury Holiday Cottages
Meadow Byre - Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
Meadow Byre - Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
Thatch Close Cottages - Bramble's Barn Mezzanine
Thatch Close Cottages
Broughtons Cottage
Broughtons Cottage
Chepstow Castle
Chepstow Castle
Brambles hot tub on the private balcony.
Brambles - Luxury Romantic Bolthole for Two - Balcony Hot Tub
School Rooms - Luxury Converted Sunday School Rooms
School Rooms - Luxury Converted Sunday School Rooms
Whitemead Forest Park
Whitemead Forest Park - Glamping Pods
Raglan Castle
Raglan Castle
Whitemead Forest Park
Whitemead Forest Park - Cabins and Apartments
Orchard Barn - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
Orchard Barn - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
Forest Barn Holidays
Hamlet of 5 cottages for BIG Get-Togethers (sleeps 16 or 26)
The Stables - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
The Stables - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
Whitemead Forest Park
Whitemead Forest Park - Camping & Caravans
Symonds Yat Rock
Symonds Yat Rock
Tintern Abbey
Tintern Abbey
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  • 1Hopewell Colliery, Museum and Cafe
  • 2Pew Corner - Luxury Converted Chapel Chamber
  • 3Bells Hotel and Country Club
  • 4Cosy Treat - Luxury Converted Chapel Rehearsal Rooms
  • 5Private, Rural, Hamlet of Luxury Holiday Cottages
  • 6Meadow Byre - Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
  • 7Thatch Close Cottages
  • 8Broughtons Cottage
  • 9Chepstow Castle
  • 10Brambles - Luxury Romantic Bolthole for Two - Balcony Hot Tub
  • 11School Rooms - Luxury Converted Sunday School Rooms
  • 12Whitemead Forest Park - Glamping Pods
  • 13Raglan Castle
  • 14Whitemead Forest Park - Cabins and Apartments
  • 15Orchard Barn - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
  • 16Hamlet of 5 cottages for BIG Get-Togethers (sleeps 16 or 26)
  • 17The Stables - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
  • 18Whitemead Forest Park - Camping & Caravans
  • 19Symonds Yat Rock
  • 20Tintern Abbey
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