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Mother's Day Gift Guide
Post date:
7th March 2026
Find the perfect Mother's Day gift with local experiences, creative days out and unforgettable adventures across the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Foodies
In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
Love discovering a destination through its flavours? The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is the perfect place for foodies looking to explore local produce, artisan makers, and unique culinary experiences.
This is a region that celebrates what it grows, brews, bakes, and distils. From vineyards and cider mills to farm shops, foraging tours, and award-winning restaurants, you’ll find a wealth of flavour rooted in the landscape and traditions of the area.
In this section, you’ll find food and drink producers, farm-to-fork experiences, tastings, markets, cookery classes, and more. Whether you’re nibbling on locally made cheese, enjoying a gin tasting, or stocking up on forest-foraged ingredients, there’s something here to tempt every palate.
You’ll also find plenty of places to stay and eat that take their food seriously. We love fireside pub grub, creative tasting menus, and afternoon teas served with a view. Perfect for a weekend of indulgence or a leisurely lunch on your day out.
Explore below and start planning your foodie journey through the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Foodies Businesses
Foodies | Families
The Lamproom Cafe at Clearwell Caves
The Lamproom Cafe sits above ground and is the only marker for adventures taking place below. With… The Lamproom Cafe sits above ground and is the only marker for adventures taking place below. With homemade sandwiches, delicious cakes, leaf teas and all your favourite…
Families | Foodies | Dogs
Tudor Farmhouse Hotel
13th Century Boutique Farmhouse Hotel with 20 en-suite bedrooms and AA 2 Rosette Restaurant. 13th Century Boutique Farmhouse Hotel with 20 en-suite bedrooms and AA 2 Rosette Restaurant.
Foodies | Accessible | Dogs
The Forest Larder
The Forest Larder is an eclectic collection of food and drink from the Forest of Dean, Wye Valley… The Forest Larder is an eclectic collection of food and drink from the Forest of Dean, Wye Valley and beyond.
Families | Groups | Foodies
Forest Deli Hampers & Gifts
Choose from one of our Forest Deli gift selections or make your own food gift completely personal… Choose from one of our Forest Deli gift selections or make your own food gift completely personal by choosing your hamper style, choose from any of the contents available in…
Foodies | Groups | Families
Dining at Bells Hotel and Country Club
We offer a range of light bites, main meals and daily specials, as well as a children’s menu. The… We offer a range of light bites, main meals and daily specials, as well as a children’s menu. The Club House is open for anyone to visit for a drink or bite to eat.
Foodies | Accessible | Families | Dogs | Groups | Relaxation
Harts Barn Cookery School
Cookery experiences for all. Holiday activities, parties, fire cooking, world cookery and many… Cookery experiences for all. Holiday activities, parties, fire cooking, world cookery and many more. Bespoke experiences for family groups & friends are. Venue hire & meeting…
Foodies
Saracens Head Inn
16th Century riverside Inn offering a variety of high quality food and real ales. 16th Century riverside Inn offering a variety of high quality food and real ales.
Foodies | Families | Accessible | Groups
The Chocolate Bar
We are a small artisan Chocolate Business based in the Forest of Dean. We use local ingredients… We are a small artisan Chocolate Business based in the Forest of Dean. We use local ingredients wherever possible, and we use only organic chocolate.
Dogs | Families | Foodies | Groups
Mallards Pike Café
Mallards Pike Café overlooks the beautiful lake. Our friendly café prides itself on serving the… Mallards Pike Café overlooks the beautiful lake. Our friendly café prides itself on serving the best coffee as well as fresh homemade lunches, cakes & snacks.
Foodies | Families
Stay at The Saracens Head Inn
16 century riverside inn offering high quality food and comfortable accommodation situated in the… 16 century riverside inn offering high quality food and comfortable accommodation situated in the Wye Valley gorge where it meets the Forest of Dean in the idyllic village of…
Dogs | Families | Nature | Accessible | Foodies
Leaf Creative
Leaf Creative is the place to go to find fabulous & unusual plant specimens that can inject instant… Leaf Creative is the place to go to find fabulous & unusual plant specimens that can inject instant structure, colour & texture into your garden. We pride ourselves on…
Prices from:
£120.00
Dogs | Families | Foodies | Groups | History | Nature
The Speech House Hotel
A former historic hunting lodge located in the centre of the Royal Forest of Dean. With 35 en-suite… A former historic hunting lodge located in the centre of the Royal Forest of Dean. With 35 en-suite bedrooms, a cosy bar, pretty garden with heated dining dens, two…
Foodies
Forest Deli Tasting Corner
Share our love of local and join us here at Forest Deli for a unique tasting experience in our… Share our love of local and join us here at Forest Deli for a unique tasting experience in our bespoke Tasting Corner sampling some of our delicious local produce.
Foodies
Cinderhill Farm
Nationally recognised producer of outstanding quality, handmade ready-to-eat foods. We seek to… Nationally recognised producer of outstanding quality, handmade ready-to-eat foods. We seek to reflect and protect the richness of the place we live and work through the food…
Foodies
Forest Deli
The foodie hub of the Forest, this is a deli with a difference. You'll find a warm welcome and… The foodie hub of the Forest, this is a deli with a difference. You'll find a warm welcome and plenty of personality. Find out about all the delicious local food and drink we…
Dogs | Families | Foodies | Groups | Nature | Accessible
Symonds Yat Rock Cafe
Exceptional Coffee At The Forest Of Dean's Most Spectacular Beauty Spot Exceptional Coffee At The Forest Of Dean's Most Spectacular Beauty Spot
Foodies Events
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Bands in the Park - Sunday Afternoons
Dates:
17th May 2026 - 17th May 2026
Live music every Sunday at the Bandstand in Ross-on-Wye. Free for all to attend! Live music every Sunday at the Bandstand in Ross-on-Wye. Free for all to attend!
Families | Foodies | Groups | Accessible
Vegan Market
Dates:
14th Jun 2026 - 14th Jun 2026
Market for anyone who loves high-quality street food, artisan bakes, and unique handmade finds.… Market for anyone who loves high-quality street food, artisan bakes, and unique handmade finds. There’s a massive variety of stalls to discover!
Families | Foodies | Groups | Accessible
Proms in the Park
Dates:
19th Jul 2026 - 19th Jul 2026
An extended afternoon of free outdoor music at the Bandstand in Ross An extended afternoon of free outdoor music at the Bandstand in Ross
Dogs | Families | Foodies | Groups
Forest Showcase Food Festival
Dates:
4th Oct 2026 - 4th Oct 2026
Join the Forest Showcase Food Festival at Speech House Hotel, Oct 5th, 10am-4pm. Local producers,… Join the Forest Showcase Food Festival at Speech House Hotel, Oct 5th, 10am-4pm. Local producers, tastings & family fun in Forest of Dean.
Families | Foodies
Christmas Fayre
Event Dates:
29th Nov 2026 - 29th Nov 2026
Kick off Christmas shopping by exploring over 80 stalls! Grab some lunch…
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Foodies | Groups
Saturday Night Club
Event Dates:
18th Apr 2026 - 18th Apr 2026
Step into The Saturday Night Club. A live Music Experience.
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Nature | Foodies
Wild Food with Liz Knight
Event Dates:
25th Apr 2026 - 25th Apr 2026
Join Liz from Forage Fine Foods to forage and make a tincture to take home.
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Foodies
Live Fire Dining Popup @ The Apple Barn Tomahawk Steak Night
Event Dates:
25th Apr 2026 - 25th Apr 2026
Join us in the Apple Barn for quality food smoked over quality Birchwood…
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Foodies | Groups | History
Indian Tasting Menu Evening
Event Dates:
30th Apr 2026 - 30th Apr 2026
Enjoy a vibrant Indian tasting evening at The Speech House featuring…
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Families | Foodies
Ross Beer and Cider Festival
Event Dates:
2nd May 2026 - 3rd May 2026
This well-known Beer and Cider Festival will be held alongside the River…
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Groups | Foodies
Saturday Night Club
Event Dates:
16th May 2026 - 16th May 2026
Step into Saturday Night Music Club
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Foodies | Groups | History
Meet The Producer - Plumphill Farm
Event Dates:
22nd May 2026 - 22nd May 2026
Meet Deb from Plumphill Farm at this special tasting evening celebrating…
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Dogs | Families | Foodies
Spring Food Festival
Event Dates:
24th May 2026 - 24th May 2026
Set in the heart of the scenic Forest of Dean, this family-friendly event…
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Adventure | Dogs | Families
Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling
Event Dates:
25th May 2026 - 25th May 2026
One of the UK’s most legendary and eccentric events, the Gloucestershire…
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Nature | Foodies
Wild Food with Liz Knight
Event Dates:
20th Jun 2026 - 20th Jun 2026
Join Liz from Forage Fine Foods to forage and make a tincture to take home.
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Foodies | Groups | History
Spanish Tapas Evening
Event Dates:
25th Jun 2026 - 25th Jun 2026
A relaxed Spanish tapas night at The Speech House with Patatas Bravas,…
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Dogs | Families | Foodies | Nature | Relaxation
Stay & Save Offer
Stay more than one night and save on your room rate. Stay two nights for 10% off and three for 15%… Stay more than one night and save on your room rate. Stay two nights for 10% off and three for 15% discount
Foodies Experiences
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£110.00
Groups | Foodies
Make Your Own Gin
Create your own gin at a working distillery in the Wye Valley. Explore botanicals, distill your… Create your own gin at a working distillery in the Wye Valley. Explore botanicals, distill your recipe in a mini copper still, sample craft gins, and take home a full-size…
Prices from:
£20.00
Foodies | Groups
Distillery Tour and Tasting
Join a friendly Welsh distillery tour where tasting is part of the adventure. Learn how local… Join a friendly Welsh distillery tour where tasting is part of the adventure. Learn how local flavours come to life in the countryside and soak up the laid-back vibes of…
Prices from:
£70.00
Learn how to make three alcohol free cocktails Learn how to make three alcohol free cocktails
Prices from:
£3.00
Families | Foodies | Groups | Accessible
Lunch Like a Local
Treat yourself to a freshly-prepared and authentically 'Forest' hot lunch tomorrow; with The Pie… Treat yourself to a freshly-prepared and authentically 'Forest' hot lunch tomorrow; with The Pie House at Cinderhill Farm, we've got you covered!
Foodies Trails
A circular 4.8-mile walk from Walford Church to Wythall Estate Vineyard near Ross-on-Wye, with… A circular 4.8-mile walk from Walford Church to Wythall Estate Vineyard near Ross-on-Wye, with optional tour/tasting and stays.
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