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Start the day at Forest Deli in Coleford and stock up on local cheeses, homemade sausage rolls and freshly made quiches to take on a Forest of Dean picnic. Or pick up a ready made hamper laden with goodies.

If you need some help honing your cookery skills sign up for a course at Harts Barn Cookery School where all tastes and abilities are catered for, from vegan baking to how to recreate your Chinese takeaway favourites and lots of kids courses for family foodie forays. Cook and dine experiences are perfect for enjoying a freshly cooked delicious meal you've just cooked yourself.

Sleep in the heart of the Forest of Dean at The Speech House, a country house hotel near Coleford for the full forest and fodder experience. This former 17th century hunting lodge still has many original features including fire places, paintings and carved oak chairs and is a scenic spot for afternoon tea or Sunday lunch. The Verderers' Restaurant is an iconic dining location in the Forest of Dean and is a working courtroom.

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Forest Deli

The foodie hub of the Forest, this is a deli with a difference. You'll find a warm welcome and plenty of personality. Pop in to find out about all the delicious local food and drink we have in the area, order online or pre-book a picnic or hamper to sample a range of local delicacies. There is a huge selection of cheeses, homemade sausage rolls, local beers, ciders, gins and wines and a host of great cooking ingredients. Fill up on supplies while you're here and don't leave the Forest without taking a little bit of it away with you!
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Harts Barn Cookery School

Cookery experiences for all ages and budgets. We offer holiday activities, parties, cooking and baking classes. Bespoke activities for family groups and friends are available.
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The Speech House Hotel Restaurant and Orangery

The hotel is located close to Coleford and offers both bar food and fine dining in the Orangery and the historic Verderers' Court. Open to non-residents. Serving morning coffee, lunches, traditional afternoon tea (3-6pm), and evening meals. The Orangery is child and dog friendly. Vegan and vegetarian menu. Hotel bar and pretty garden with new heated dining dens.
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The Speech House Hotel

The Speech House is 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, and two restaurants serving morning coffee, lunches, afternoon tea, bar meals and fine-dining. Open to non-residents. Car park with EV charging points. Dog friendly.
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