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Breathtaking views, acres of ancient forest, history, culture and plenty to do - the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a spectacular place to visit at any time of year.

Discover a host of great activities and experiences. For adventure-seekers, we have mountain biking, zip-wires and kayaking, for explorers there’s a great range of attractions, from magical woodlands to underground caves and steam trains, and for something more relaxing, enjoy our many walking trails such as the stunning sculpture trail, and our castles, ruins and museums.

For places to stay we’ve got cottages, B&Bs, hotels, campsites and glampsites, shepherds’ huts, treehouses, inns, log cabins, caravan sites and more.

For places to eat we’ve got Michelin starred restaurants, historic pubs, cafes, tearooms and a wonderful range of award-winning local food and drink.

Outdoor adventures or indoor crafts, cosy cottages or quirky yurts, whatever your taste we've got something for everyone in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Be inspired by our dramatic landscapes, outdoor activities or indoor attractions, picnic in a forest, dine in style or get the catering to come to you. Whether you are looking for romance or relaxation, adrenaline or creativity we hope that the following pages inspire you to make the most of your visit.

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Find Your Freedom

  1. A Different Side to the Forest of Dean
    A Different Side to the Forest of Dean
    Freedom awaits the adventurous, creative and spirited in Gloucestershire’s Forest of Dean. Whether you’re a foodie or thrill seeker, nature lover or wild explorer, this beautiful area has so many memorable experiences to offer. It’s a place to free your mind, body and soul, express yourself with arts and crafts, get outside and get active or simply explore a wealth of hidden gems and interesting things to do.
  2. Family Friendly Holidays
    Family Friendly Holidays
    Families visit the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley for many reasons, but we know that our acres of beautiful ancient forest and our stunning river valley are the main ones! Children can run free, parents can relax and families can enjoy a range of pastimes and days out together.
  3. Foodie Breaks
    Foodie Breaks
    Discover a range of bite-sized foodie breaks in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, perfect if you love tasting local delicacies and following itineraries and want to cut to the chase on the best places to enjoy a break combining stylish accommodation with sampling the best local produce.
  4. Romantic Breaks in the Dean Wye
    Romantic Breaks in the Dean Wye
    Our beautiful landscapes and breathtaking views are enough to make anyone fall in love... with the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley! But if you're looking for a romantic location to get away from it all and spend some quality time together, look no further.
  5. Dark Skies in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
    Dark Skies in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
    With acres of ancient forest and a vast wild river valley, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is an ideal area for stargazing. Our dark skies have low levels of light pollution and are easily accessible with multiple ideal locations on offer for amateurs and experts and those looking to take night sky photography. Read on for our dark sky recommendations.
  6. Rainy Day Activities
    Rainy Day Activities
    No matter the weather we have lots of great attractions and things to do to get you out of the house and experiencing a day out in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, from museums to mystical caves, arts & crafts to food & drink.
  7. Adventure Breaks
    Adventure Breaks
    Are you looking for an action-packed, adrenaline-fuelled trip? A short break, a day out or a week of activities, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has a wonderful range of adventures with something to suit all tastes and abilities.
  8. Escape the Everyday
    Escape the Everyday
    With wide open spaces and dramatic landscapes this is the ideal location to recharge your batteries and get off the beaten track. From the ancient Forest of Dean to the wild Wye Valley there are outdoor adventures galore, stunning castles and ruins, plentiful arts and crafts, miles of walking and cycle paths and some great artisan produce.
  9. Walking
    Walking
    With acres of ancient forest and a stunning winding river valley, walking is of course one of the most popular outdoor activities in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley and there are plenty of options for walkers of all types.
  10. Autumn: Leaf Peeping the Vibrant Colours
    Autumn: Leaf Peeping the Vibrant Colours
    Follow our special Leaf Peeping Drive through sweeping countryside with river views across ancient woodland before delving deeper into 10 hotspots en route to enjoy breathtaking views, riverside walks, lakes and arboretums drenched in autumnal colour.

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Brambles - Luxury Romantic Bolthole for Two - Balcony Hot Tub
Brambles - Luxury Romantic Bolthole for Two - Balcony Hot Tub
Yurt 4 in sunshine at Hidden Valley Yurts glamping site
Hidden Valley Yurts
Cottage Garden at the Tudor Farmhouse
Tudor Farmhouse Hotel
Meadow Byre - Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
Meadow Byre - Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
School Rooms - Luxury Converted Sunday School Rooms
School Rooms - Luxury Converted Sunday School Rooms
Whitemead Forest Park
Whitemead Forest Park - Camping & Caravans
Benhall Farm Bed & Breakfast
Benhall Farm Bed & Breakfast
Whitemead Forest Park
Whitemead Forest Park - Glamping Pods
The Stables - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
The Stables - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
Whitemead Forest Park
Whitemead Forest Park - Cabins and Apartments
Benhall Farm Holidays
Benhall Farm Holidays
The Buckstone House Coach House
The Buckstone House Coach House
Pew Corner - Luxury Converted Chapel Chamber
Pew Corner - Luxury Converted Chapel Chamber
Puzzlewood Cottages
Puzzlewood Cottages
Broughtons Cottage
Broughtons Cottage
Cosy Treat - Luxury Converted Chapel Rehearsal Rooms
Cosy Treat - Luxury Converted Chapel Rehearsal Rooms
Bells Hotel and Country Club
Bells Hotel and Country Club
Orchard Barn - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
Orchard Barn - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
Greenacres Campsite
Greenacres Campsite
The Speech House Hotel
The Speech House Hotel
The Manor - Luxury Holiday Cottage - Hot Tub & Pizza Oven
The Manor - Luxury Holiday Cottage - Hot Tub & Pizza Oven
Thatch Close Cottages - Bramble's Barn Mezzanine
Thatch Close Cottages
Forest Barn Holidays
Hamlet of 5 cottages for BIG Get-Togethers (sleeps 16 or 26)
The Dairy at Gage Farm
The Dairy at Gage Farm
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  • 1Brambles - Luxury Romantic Bolthole for Two - Balcony Hot Tub
  • 2Hidden Valley Yurts
  • 3Tudor Farmhouse Hotel
  • 4Meadow Byre - Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
  • 5School Rooms - Luxury Converted Sunday School Rooms
  • 6Whitemead Forest Park - Camping & Caravans
  • 7Benhall Farm Bed & Breakfast
  • 8Whitemead Forest Park - Glamping Pods
  • 9The Stables - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
  • 10Whitemead Forest Park - Cabins and Apartments
  • 11Benhall Farm Holidays
  • 12The Buckstone House Coach House
  • 13Pew Corner - Luxury Converted Chapel Chamber
  • 14Puzzlewood Cottages
  • 15Broughtons Cottage
  • 16Cosy Treat - Luxury Converted Chapel Rehearsal Rooms
  • 17Bells Hotel and Country Club
  • 18Orchard Barn - Luxury Holiday Cottage with Hot Tub
  • 19Greenacres Campsite
  • 20The Speech House Hotel
  • 21The Manor - Luxury Holiday Cottage - Hot Tub & Pizza Oven
  • 22Thatch Close Cottages
  • 23Hamlet of 5 cottages for BIG Get-Togethers (sleeps 16 or 26)
  • 24The Dairy at Gage Farm
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