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  1. Star Wars Force Awakens Filmed in Puzzlewood Forest of Dean
  2. Harry Potter Deathly Hallows Part 1 Forest of Dean
  3. King Arthur Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
  4. Sex Education Wye Valley Filming Locations
  5. Merlin Puzzlewood Filming in the Forest of Dean
  6. Star Wars Filming Location Puzzlewood Forest of Dean England
  7. Atlantis Filmed in the Forest of Dean

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Film & TV Filming Locations

Whether you're interested in reading about them, visiting them, or booking them for your next production, here's all the information you need on the best filming locations in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

Our mysterious ancient landscapes, mossy forests, magical caves, unique buildings and picturesque ruins have attracted many film producers and directors over the years, appearing in a huge range of productions, from blockbuster international films to popular TV shows, children's programmes to dark fantasies. Below you'll find all our key filming locations, from the magical Puzzlewood to Clearwell Caves, our castles, lakes, viewpoints and hidden gems.

You can also explore our guide to all the films and TV productions which have been shot here already including our Film & TV trail here.

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  1. Puzzlewood
    Puzzlewood
    Puzzlewood is a magical day out in the Forest of Dean. An enchanting, ancient woodland, filled with fantastic tree and rock formations. A popular TV & film location inc Star Wars.
    1. Clearwell Caves
      Clearwell Caves
      Discover the wonder of under! The ancient mines at Clearwell Caves are a secret world hidden beneath the trees; they are an exciting underground experience for the whole family, an unfathomable natural cave system that has been mined for more than 4,500 years. Cafe, shop, picnic area, free parking. Deep level adventure caving available.
      1. Dean Forest Railway
        Dean Forest Railway
        Journey through the medieval Forest of Dean from Lydney to Parkend on a steam train or heritage diesel train service. Free parking, cafeteria, museum and gift shop at Norchard Station. A heritage railway offering a Forest experience from the comfort of your carriage. Cream teas, meals and experiences available.
        1. 19 Mar 20221 Jan 2023
      2. Lydney Park Spring Gardens-Roman Temple Site
        Fine formal gardens open every spring April-June only and for groups. Beautiful rhododendron and azalea gardens, ponds, waterfalls, temples and ruins. Important Roman Temple site. Museums and teas. Accommodation to stay on site.
        1. Symonds Yat Rock
          Symonds Yat Rock
          Internationally renowned viewpoint with fantastic views over the Wye Valley. A car park, cafe and shop are nearby and there are woodland walks all around including down to Symonds Yat East village.
        2. YHA St Briavels
          St Briavels
          Historic Forest of Dean village with a former royal castle, now a youth hostel. Set high above the Wye Valley there are good views into the Forest, the River Wye below and to Wales in the distance.
        3. Beechenhurst
          Beechenhurst
          Beechenhurst lies in the heart of the Forest of Dean and is a great place to start your adventure. Discover the Superworm Activity Trail, the Sculpture Trail, play area, picnic spots, Go Ape and cafe.
          1. Lancaut and Wintours Leap
            Lancaut and Wintour's Leap
            Surrounded by cliffs, with views over the River Wye this is a truly magnificent spot. From Wintour's Leap take in a horseshoe bend of the Wye, walk down the cliffs to the historic village of Lancaut, through the Nature Reserve and back up the other side.
          2. Raglan Castle
            Raglan Castle
            Raglan’s majesty and grandiose is still evident for all to see. Just ask the thousands of visitors who pass through its doors year after year – among them, countless Cadw members, whose contributions support the protection and preservation of this awe-inspiring monument.
            1. 1 Jan 202231 Dec 2022
          3. Chepstow Castle
            Chepstow Castle
            With over 600 years' history weaved into its walls, that notion of rediscovery is no more evident than at Chepstow Castle. Beautifully preserved and stretching out along a limestone cliff above the River Wye, Chepstow Castle’s beauty is matched only by its historical significance.
            1. 1 Jan 202231 Dec 2022
          4. Autumn - Leaf Peeping Symonds Yat
            Beauty Spots & Visitor Sites
            There are a wide range of visitor sites run by Forestry England within the Forest of Dean which are ideal for exploring, you could stop at one of the many viewpoints overlooking the River Wye to take the best pictures or take a picnic and sit by a lake and enjoy wildlife watching. Beauty is all around!
          5. Tintern Abbey
            Tintern Abbey
            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.
            1. 1 Jan 202231 Dec 2022

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