Things To Do

In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Things To Do

In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Things To Do

In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Things To Do

In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

    With outdoor adventures, unique attractions, rich heritage, and unforgettable experiences, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a destination full of things to see and do. Whether you’re here for thrills, tranquillity, history, or family fun, there’s something for everyone.

    Explore the region on foot or by bike, following waymarked trails through beautiful woodland and scenic river valleys. The River Wye is one of the best in the country for canoeing, kayaking, and stand up paddleboarding (SUP), offering a unique perspective of the landscape. If you're after an adrenaline rush, tackle a high ropes course, off-road driving, or mountain biking trails.

    For those who love history and culture, step inside medieval castles, historic churches, and fascinating museums that tell the story of the region. Rainy days are no problem either, with plenty to explore underground in caves and mines, or you can enjoy a scenic steam train journey through the forest.

    Families will find plenty of attractions to keep all ages entertained, from wildlife parks and adventure playgrounds to immersive arts and crafts experiences. For a slower pace, wellbeing activities, food and drink tastings, and creative workshops offer the perfect way to unwind.

    Whether you come for the trees, the rivers, the culture, the fun, the miles of footpaths or cycle tracks or just to find your freedom in our little slice of paradise, we look forward to welcoming you here soon.

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    Inspire2Adventure SUP
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Inspire2Adventure

    Stand-up paddleboarding, gorge scrambling, guided kayaking and rock…

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    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Wyedean Canoe & Adventure Centre

    As a family we have run our Adventure centre on the East bank of the river…

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    Foodies | Accessible | Dogs

    The Forest Larder

    The Forest Larder is an eclectic collection of food and drink from the…

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    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Perrygrove Railway

    Unique railway with walks through beautiful woodland. Tickets last all day…

    Puzzlewood Forest
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Puzzlewood

    Wander twisting tree-root paths at Puzzlewood, the Forest of Dean set seen…

    Forest Deli Hampers and Gifts
    Families | Groups

    Forest Deli Hampers & Gifts

    Choose from one of our Forest Deli gift selections or make your own food…

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    Families | Adventure | Groups

    Dean Forest Railway

    Journey through the medieval Forest of Dean from Lydney to Parkend on a…

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    Dogs | Families | Nature

    Leaf Creative

    Leaf Creative is the place to go to find fabulous & unusual plant…

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    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Wye Valley Miniature Golf

    A twelve hole miniature golf course amongst the fantasy ruins of a…

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    Families | Groups | History

    Chepstow Castle

    Beautifully preserved and stretching out along a limestone cliff above the…

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    Families | Groups | History

    Raglan Castle

    Explore Raglan Castle – a striking fortress rising above Monmouthshire's…

    Dean Forest Cycles
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Dean Forest Cycles

    Cycle Trail, Mountain & Road Bike Hire centre situated in the village of…

    Food and Drink Experiences in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
    Foodies | Accessible | Families

    Harts Barn Cookery School

    Cookery experiences for all. Holiday activities, parties, fire cooking,…

    Battlesports Glos Outdoor Laser Tag group session
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    BattleSports Glos - Outdoor Laser Tag

    Experience the thrill of outdoor laser tag at BattleSports Glos, where the…

    Cyril Hart Arboretum Entrance
    Nature | Relaxation | Families

    Cyril Hart Arboretum

    An arboretum full of unusual and interesting trees in the heart of the…

    Way2 Go Adventures canoe with a dog
    Adventure | Groups | Dogs

    Way2Go Adventures Ltd

    Way2Go Adventures is a family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean…

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