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Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Planning a trip with friends, extended family, a school group or club? The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a fantastic choice for group getaways, celebrations, reunions and team adventures, with plenty of space, flexibility, and fun to go around.

From big holiday homes and group-friendly bunkhouses or campsites to activity centres, guided experiences, and places to eat with room for everyone, this is a region that welcomes groups of all shapes and sizes. Whether you're organising a hen or stag do, an outdoor education trip, or a weekend away with mates, you’ll find a huge variety of options to keep everyone happy.

You’ll also find specialist providers offering private tours, multi-day itineraries, and tailored packages - great if you’re after something a little more bespoke. And with so many scenic spots and unique attractions, there’s always something new to share and explore together.

In this section, you’ll find accommodation, activities, places to eat, and services that cater specifically for groups. It's always good to make planning easy and the experience one to remember.

Explore below to start building your group adventure in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

Groups Businesses

Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo with a child looking at a butterfly
Families | Groups | Nature

Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo

See hundreds of free-flying butterflies at Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo, Symonds Yat. Indoor…

Sabo Yes - The Kings Head, Blakeney
Foodies | Families | Groups | Dogs

Sabo Yes - The Kings Head, Blakeney

Sabo Yes is a family run coffee shop and licenced restaurant in Blakeney. We take pride in offering…

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Families | Groups | History

Chepstow Castle

Beautifully preserved and stretching out along a limestone cliff above the River Wye, Chepstow…

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Adventure | Families | Groups | Accessible

Pedalabikeaway

Pedalabikeaway is the only Bike Hire in the Forest of Dean with direct, traffic free access to some…

Forest Barns Farm frontage

Prices from:
£543.00

Families | Groups | Accessible | Dogs

Forest Barns

5 Luxury Cottages in Private Hamlet | Book One or All | Hot Tubs & Log Fires | Civil Cermony Inside…

Way2go hen and stag gorge scrambling

A family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean offering exciting outdoor activities such as…

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail Cathedral of the forest stained glass window
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature | Arts | History | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

Established in 1986, the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail is a unique outdoor experience that…

Mallards Pike Lake
Accessible | Families | Dogs | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Mallards Pike

Beautiful lake in the Forest of Dean, popular for walking, with lots of picnic benches, nearby…

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This wonderful site has excellent facilities and is very close to the many different amenities you…

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Families | Foodies | Groups

The Art of Coffee

Independent Family Owned Coffee House and Live Music Venue in The Forest of Dean. 'The Coffee…

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Adventure | Families | Groups

Monmouth Canoe & Activity Centre

Canoe and kayak hire on the River Wye. Families and large groups welcomed including the dog.…

The Farmers Boy Inn
Families | Dogs | Groups | Foodies | Accessible

The Farmers Boy Inn

Award Winning Farmers Boy Inn Longhope

The Belfry Hotel

Prices from:
£80.00

Groups | Families | Adventure

The Belfry Hotel

The Belfry Hotel - Family run pub, hotel and restaurant since Since 1992

Ed and Liz Drewitt - naturalists and wildlife guides Wild boar
Families | Nature | Groups | Relaxation

Ed and Liz Drewitt - naturalists and wildlife…

Ed and Liz Drewitt - husband and wife team offer guided wildlife-watching in and around the Forest…

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Groups | History | Families

Goodrich Castle

Goodrich Castle is one of the finest and best preserved of all English medieval castles. Boasting a…

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Families | Nature | Groups

Wye Valley Falconry

Wye Valley Falconry is the brainchild of Luke Mammatt, a Falconer from Hereford who has worked at a…

Groups Events

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Groups | Arts

Wreath Making

Dates:
21st Nov 2025 - 21st Nov 2025

Wreath-Making Workshop at Severn & Wye

The Red Hart Inn -Asian Christmas
Dogs | Foodies | Groups

Taste of Asia at Christmas

Dates:
28th Nov 2025 - 28th Nov 2025

a delicious fusion of traditional cheer and bold Asian flavours

Stick man xmas event
Families | Adventure | Groups | Nature | Dogs | Relaxation

Stick Man Christmas Trail at Beechenhurst

Dates:
5th Nov 2025 - 31st Dec 2025

Join Stick Man for his winter forest adventure at Beechenhurst. It's the perfect way to celebrate…

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Nature | Families | Groups

Christmas Cafe and Gifts

Dates:
29th Nov 2025 - 29th Nov 2025

Christmas Cafe with Llamas and handmade local gifts

Abergavenny Market Hall
Families | Foodies | Groups

Abergavenny Christmas Market: Sunday 30th November

Event Dates:
30th Nov 2025 - 30th Nov 2025

Abergavenny Christmas Market returns on Sunday 30th November, 10am–4pm,…

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Groups

Festive Wreath Making

Event Dates:
30th Nov 2025 - 7th Dec 2025

Festive Wreath Making

Art of Coffee Christmas Wreath
Arts | Groups

Christmas Wreath Workshop hosted by B.W.C Westons Florist

Event Dates:
1st Dec 2025 - 1st Dec 2025

Christmas Wreath workshop December 01 2025, 6-8pm, £30 per person

Rachel Shilston Blue and white bauble
Families | Groups | Arts

A Trio of Mosaic Christmas Baubles Workshop

Event Dates:
4th Dec 2025 - 4th Dec 2025

Christmas Mosaic Workshop

The Festive Forest at Clearwell Caves
Families | Groups | Nature

Festive Forest

Event Dates:
5th Dec 2025 - 31st Dec 2025

Wander through our underground Festive Forest, where the woodland animals…

Rachel Shilston Wreath
Arts | Groups

Christmas Wreath Paint Club

Event Dates:
5th Dec 2025 - 5th Dec 2025

Christmas-themed Paint Workshop

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Groups | Relaxation

Perrygrove Christmas Party Night

Event Dates:
5th Dec 2025 - 5th Dec 2025

Bring your group to join our unique Christmas Party Night!

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Families | Groups | Arts

Christmas Decoration Making Workshop

Event Dates:
6th Dec 2025 - 6th Dec 2025

Pottery Christmas Decoration Making Workshop

Father Christmas at Dean Heritage Centre
Families | Groups

Christmas Bazaar

Event Dates:
6th Dec 2025 - 6th Dec 2025

Kicking off the Christmas Festivities at the Dean Heritage Centre

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Dogs | Families | Arts

Christmas Decoration Making Workshop

Event Dates:
6th Dec 2025 - 6th Dec 2025

Pottery Christmas Decoration Making Workshop

Angels
Families | Arts | Groups

Mosaic Angel Crafternoon Experience

Event Dates:
6th Dec 2025 - 6th Dec 2025

Christmas Mosaic Workshop

Tintern Abbeyb Candlelit Carols
Families | Groups | Arts

Tintern Abbey Torchlight Carol Service

Event Dates:
6th Dec 2025 - 6th Dec 2025

Torchlit procession and carol service at Tintern Abbey on 6 December 2025.…

Groups Offers

Summer hols 2
Adventure | Dogs | Groups | Nature

Canoeing summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to…

Summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to Friday

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Dogs | Families | Groups | Relaxation

December Offer

Expires: 19th Dec 2025

Divine December Offer

Groups Experiences

Fondue Nights in The Ski Bar at The Angel Hotel

Prices from:
£50.00

Fondue Nights in The Ski Bar are an essential part of Christmas at The Angel, bringing the ambience…

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Prices from:
£40.00

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Evening Wildlife Safari

Forest of Dean Evening Wildlife Safari, discover all kinds of mighty and mysterious creatures.

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Prices from:
£40.00

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari

Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari, experience the wonders of nature on a captivating journey…

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Prices from:
£40.00

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Experience Early Morning Bird Song

Experience Early Morning Bird Song, theres no sweeter or more harmonious way to begin the day with…

Groups Itineraries

Nature in Art 1 792263698
Dogs | Families | Groups | Arts | History

An arty long weekend in the Forest of Dean & Wye…

Duration: 4 Days 3 Nights

Lydney Harbour Landmark Stones
Dogs | Families | Groups | Arts | History

An arty mid week break in the Forest of Dean &…

Duration: 5 Days 4 Nights

Groups Trails

Kids cycling at the Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Cycling Trails in the Forest of Dean and Wye…

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just fancy a pootle through peaceful countryside, the Forest…

12 Easy Walks in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
Families | Dogs | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

12 Easy Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Walks

Distance 0.75 - 3 miles

Ross on Wye
Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature | History | Relaxation

Ross-on-Wye Riverside & Town Trail

Duration: 1 Hour

Distance 2.2 Miles

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