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Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a destination for everyone. Whether you’re looking for step-free accommodation, wheelchair-accessible trails, or attractions with thoughtful facilities, you’ll find a growing number of places here that are working hard to make the area welcoming and inclusive for all.

In this section, we’ve brought together accessible-friendly businesses and experiences - from places to stay and eat out, to days out, activities, and services that cater for a range of access needs. You'll find mobility scooter-friendly trails, accessible toilet and parking information, and providers who understand how important it is to offer clear, considered support for visitors.

Whether you’re planning a relaxing break or a more active adventure, there are plenty of options that help you explore the Forest and Wye with confidence, comfort and ease.

Explore below to plan an accessible visit to the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley—and discover just how much this beautiful region has to offer, no matter your mobility level or access requirements.

Accessible Businesses

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…

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…

Newent Town Centre
History | Accessible

Newent Town Council

Located at the northern gateway to the Forest of Dean, Newent is a vibrant market town with deep…

The Chocolate Bar Organic Chocolates
Foodies | Families | Accessible | Groups

The Chocolate Bar

We are a small artisan Chocolate Business based in the Forest of Dean. We use local ingredients…

Symonds Yat Rock Viewpoint
Dogs | Families | Adventure | Nature | Accessible

Symonds Yat Rock

Internationally renowned viewpoint with fantastic views over the Wye Valley. A car park, cafe and…

The Dairy at Gage Farm
Families | Accessible

The Dairy at Gage Farm

4* Gold self-catering single-storey cottage. Rural retreat with country walks from the front door.…

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

The Farmers Boy Inn

Award Winning Farmers Boy Inn Longhope

Cathedral of the forest
History | Relaxation | Accessible

The Cathedral Of The Forest

All Saints Church, Newland, The Cathedral of the Forest, dates back to the 1200s. This historic…

Studio Cinema Coleford
Families | Groups | Arts | Relaxation | Accessible

Studio Cinema

Enjoy the latest films at Studio Cinema in Coleford - a cosy, independent two-screen cinema in the…

Heritage Coffee Shop Mill pond view and iced latte
Foodies | Families | Dogs | Groups | Accessible

Heritage Coffee Shop

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

Leaf Creative Garden Centre Evening Event
Dogs | Families | Nature | Accessible

Leaf Creative

Leaf Creative is the place to go to find fabulous & unusual plant specimens that can inject instant…

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…

Chapel Court Holidays Good Dusk Shot of Chapel Facade cropped driveway

Prices from:
£430.00

Families | Accessible

Chapel Court Holidays

Cosy Treat | Everyone's favourite Pied-a-terre | Single level 2 bed luxury ground floor property |…

Monnington House
Groups | Dogs | Families | Accessible

Monnington House

Monnington House Garden Cottage and The Cider offer 5 Star accommodation for large groups and…

Group of ladies celebrating mid-game of laser clay pigeon shooting at Dean Laser Clay Ltd
Adventure | Families | Groups | Accessible | Dogs

Dean Laser Clay

Laser Clay Pigeon shooting brings the thrill of traditional clay pigeon shooting into the 21st…

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…

Accessible Events

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Dates:
21st Nov 2025 - 21st Nov 2025

Funhouse Comedy presents headliner Andrew Bird, with Lindsey Santoro, Kent Cameron and MC Carl Jones

Dean Heritage Centre Santa
Families | Accessible

Visit Father Christmas

Dates:
6th Dec 2025 - 23rd Dec 2025

Visit Father Christmas at the Dean Heritage Centre

Harts Barn Cookery School Christmas Macarons
Families | Foodies | Groups | Accessible

Christmas Macarons

Dates:
7th Dec 2025 - 7th Dec 2025

Make your own delicious range of Christmas Macarons

Harts Barn Cookery School Cooking Over Fire

Dates:
12th Dec 2025 - 12th Dec 2025

Live Fire Dining Popup @ The Apple Barn Quality food cooked over quality wood &…

Harts Barn Cookery Schoo Christmas Baking
Families | Foodies | Groups

Festive Baking

Event Dates:
14th Dec 2025 - 14th Dec 2025

Festive Baking- Cakes and biscuits

Harts Barn Cookery School Festive Breads
Families | Foodies | Groups

Festive Breads

Event Dates:
14th Dec 2025 - 14th Dec 2025

Learn how to make delicious Festive Breads

Harts B Arn Cookery School Kids Christmas Baking
Families | Foodies | Groups

Kids Christmas Baking

Event Dates:
20th Dec 2025 - 20th Dec 2025

Kids Christmas BAking

Harts B Arn Cookery School Kids Edible Gifts
Families | Foodies | Groups

Kids Edible Gifts

Event Dates:
20th Dec 2025 - 20th Dec 2025

Kids Edible Gifts

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Families | Foodies | Accessible

Bake with Santa

Event Dates:
21st Dec 2025 - 21st Dec 2025

£20.00Join 'Santa' to bake and decorate gingerbread men using ready-made…

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Families | Foodies | Groups

Christmas Chocolate Dreams

Event Dates:
21st Dec 2025 - 21st Dec 2025

Join us for a Christmas themed Chocolate Dreams course

Accessible Experiences

A kid taking a shot at a clay pigeon with a laser shotgun at Dean Laser Clay Ltd

Prices from:
£25.00

Dogs | Families | Groups | Accessible | Adventure

Laser Clay Pigeon shooting 90 minute experience

Laser Clay Pigeon shooting is 100% Safe, firing harmless infra-red beams instead of live ammunition

Accessible Trails

Thomas Blake Trail
History | Accessible

Thomas Blake Trail

Explore Ross-on-Wye's history through the life of one of its benefactors: Thomas Blake!

The Forest of Dean Driving Trail
Nature | Arts | History | Accessible

The Forest of Dean Driving Trail

Duration: 2 Hours

Distance 20 Mile (circular)

Monmouth Tourist Information Centre
Dogs | Families | History | Accessible

Market Towns Trail

Explore the character, charm and community spirit of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley’s market…

The Kymin at Sunset
Dogs | Nature | History | Relaxation | Accessible

Feel the Love Romantic Trail

Whether it’s Valentine’s Day or just a well-earned weekend away, our Romantic Trail is packed with…

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