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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

Hobbit Huts at Saltbox Escapes

Prices from:
£80.00

Dogs | Families | Groups

Hobbit Huts at Saltbox Escapes

Quirky hobbit-sized luxury in nature with stunning views. Two Hobbit Huts providing cosy comfort…

Mill pond
Foodies | Families | Dogs | Groups | Accessible

The Heritage Coffee Shop

Located on the upper level of The Dean Heritage Centre, our coffee shop is the ideal spot to relax…

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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…

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Groups | Families

The Anchor in Lydbrook

This former village pub is perfect for large group self catering holidays.

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Dogs | Foodies | Groups

Silver Circle Distillery

Home to Wye Valley Gin and series of small batch limited edition seasonal spirits, Silver Circle…

Caving with Borderlands Outdoor
Adventure | Families | Groups

Borderlands Outdoor

Outdoor Training and Adventure in the Wye Valley & South Wales Borderlands. Climbing, Caving,…

Danby Cottage

Prices from:
£100.00

Accessible | Families | Groups

Danby Cottage

Perfect hideaway set deep in the heart of the forest. Ideal for walks, cycling and relaxing…

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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.…

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

Cyril Hart Arboretum Entrance
Nature | Relaxation | Families | Groups | Accessible

Cyril Hart Arboretum

An arboretum full of unusual and interesting trees in the heart of the Forest of Dean next to the…

Kingfisher Cruises Boat Tours
Adventure | Families | Dogs | Groups | Nature

Kingfisher Cruises

Enjoy a cruise on the River Wye through the beautiful Wye Valley from Symonds Yat East. Sit back,…

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Families | Groups | Adventure

Adventure golf at Whitemead Forest Park

Enjoy a round of woodland themed adventure golf at Whitemead Forest Park. Made up of 12 holes,…

The Speech House Hotel Front

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…

DBC Leisure Clay Pigeon Shooting
Adventure | Families | Groups

DBC Leisure

Clay shooting, air rifle, archery tuition with friendly, experienced instructors; beginners,…

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Families | Groups

Penhein Glamping

Feel at home in the Great Outdoors: sleep in luxury beneath the stars in beautiful Persian-inspired…

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Groups | Arts | Accessible | Families

Taurus Crafts

A vibrant visitor centre where you can see a wide range of arts and crafts, enjoy local food &…

Groups Events

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Hot Pot Pottery
Arts | Groups | Relaxation

One Day Wheel Throwing - 19th Dec 2025

Dates:
19th Dec 2025 - 19th Dec 2025

A whole day with your own pottery wheel in our lovely rural pottery studio

Hot Pot Pottery
Arts | Groups | Relaxation

One Day Wheel Throwing - 15th Nov 2025

Dates:
15th Nov 2025 - 15th Nov 2025

A whole day with your own pottery wheel in our lovely rural pottery studio

Hot pot pottery halloween
Dogs | Families | Groups | Relaxation

Hallowe'en Pottery Painting - 30th October 2025

Dates:
30th Oct 2025 - 30th Oct 2025

Spooky pottery painting!

Hot Pot Pottery
Arts | Groups | Relaxation

One Day Wheel Throwing - 18th Oct 2025

Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A whole day with your own pottery wheel in our lovely rural pottery studio

The Jersey Boys Tribute
Groups

The Jersey Boys Tribute

Event Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 17th Oct 2025

See the Jersey Boys Tribute act at Whitemead Forest Park.

Hot Pot Pottery
Arts | Groups | Relaxation

One Day Wheel Throwing - 5th Sept 2025

Event Dates:
5th Sept 2025 - 5th Sept 2025

A whole day with your own pottery wheel in our rural pottery studio

Hot Pot Pottery
Families | Groups | Arts

Afternoon Tea & Pottery Experience - 4th Sep 2025

Event Dates:
4th Sept 2025 - 4th Sept 2025

Combine food, pottery making & pottery painting

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Adventure | Families | Groups

Monmouth Archery Taster Sessions

Event Dates:
26th Aug 2025 - 26th Aug 2025

Archery taster sessions in Monmouth

Roaming Reptiles at Elton Mazes
Families | Groups | Nature

Roaming Reptiles hands on experiences at Elton Giant Mazes

Event Dates:
26th Aug 2025 - 26th Aug 2025

Roaming Reptiles will be bringing an impressive selection of animals from…

Gloucester Goes Retro
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Gloucester Goes Retro

Event Dates:
23rd Aug 2025 - 23rd Aug 2025

Each summer, the historic streets of Gloucester are transformed into a…

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Relaxation | Families | Arts

Potter's Wheel Day Course

Event Dates:
23rd Aug 2025 - 23rd Aug 2025

Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery…

Elton Giant Mazes By Torchlight Poster 2025
Families | Foodies | Groups

Mazes by Torchlight

Event Dates:
22nd Aug 2025 - 22nd Aug 2025

Tickets sell out every year! – Don’t Miss Out!

Roaming Reptiles at Elton Mazes
Families | Groups | Nature

Roaming Reptiles hands on experiences at Elton Giant Mazes

Event Dates:
19th Aug 2025 - 19th Aug 2025

Roaming Reptiles will be bringing an impressive selection of animals from…

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Families | Groups

Stick Man Fun Day at Beechenhurst

Event Dates:
14th Aug 2025 - 14th Aug 2025

Join us for a day of family fun this summer with a special visit from…

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Relaxation | Families | Arts

Potter's Wheel Day Course

Event Dates:
13th Aug 2025 - 13th Aug 2025

Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery…

Roaming Reptiles at Elton Mazes
Families | Groups | Nature

Roaming Reptiles hands on experiences at Elton Giant Mazes

Event Dates:
12th Aug 2025 - 12th Aug 2025

Roaming Reptiles will be bringing an impressive selection of animals from…

Groups Offers

PEDALABIKEAWAY family cycling in the Forest of Dean
Adventure | Families | Groups

Half Price E-Bike Hire Every Thursday Evening

Expires: 4th Sept 2025

Save on your e-bike hire every Thursday evening from 17th July until end of the holidays!

Groups Experiences

Jacob and the cows

Prices from:
£179.99

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Half day farm experience

Half Day farm experience including meeting the pigs and cows, a llama pamper session and an…

Briery Hill Llamas Full Day Farm Experience Macchi angel

Prices from:
£249.99

Adventure | Families | Nature | Groups

Full Day Farm Experience

Farm experience and animal enrichment, providing a unique, hands on opportunity to interact with…

Group photo llama trekking

Prices from:
£69.99

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Foodies

Llama Experience with Cream Tea

Enjoy a Llama Experience with Cream tea, a great way to spend the day.

Afternoon Tea at Briery Hill Llamas

Prices from:
£82.99

Adventure | Families | Foodies | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Llama Experience followed by Afternoon tea

A 90 minute Llama Experience, spending one to one time with these spectacular South Americans…

Groups Itineraries

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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

Our latest Groups blogs

Biking in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
Adventure

E-Bike Hire in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Post date: 15th April 2025
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