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.

    All Things To Do Businesses

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    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Perrygrove Railway Adventure

    Charming family friendly visitor attraction with indoor and outdoor play…

    Dean Heritage Centre Family visit
    Families | History | Nature

    Dean Heritage Centre

    We are the Museum of the Forest of Dean. Learn about the history of the…

    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…

    Forest Retreats - Yoga, Wellbeing and Forest Bathing
    Relaxation | Nature | Groups

    Forest Retreats

    Yoga and wellbeing retreats in the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. Offering…

    Mallards Pike Lake
    Accessible | Families | Dogs

    Mallards Pike

    Beautiful lake in the Forest of Dean, popular for walking, with lots of…

    Tintern Abbey
    History | Groups | Arts

    Tintern Abbey

    When we talk about British architectural icons, they don’t come much more…

    Go Ape Treetop Challenge 8
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Go Ape Forest of Dean

    Nestled deep within the Forest of Dean are some of the best outdoor…

    Inspire2Adventure SUP
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Inspire2Adventure

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

    DBC Leisure Clay Pigeon Shooting
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    DBC Leisure

    Clay shooting, air rifle, archery tuition with friendly, experienced…

    VDW Canoes9 462453209
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Wye Canoes

    We are your Wye Valley Canoe, Kayak and Paddleboard hire experts...Based…

    Beechenhurst Zipwire
    Families

    Beechenhurst

    Beechenhurst, managed by Forestry England, lies in the heart of the Forest…

    Taurus Crafts Bull
    Groups | Arts | Accessible

    Taurus Crafts

    A vibrant visitor centre where you can see a wide range of arts and…

    Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo with a child looking at a butterfly
    Families | Groups | Nature

    Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo

    See hundreds of free-flying butterflies at Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo,…

    Ross on Wye Canoe Hire
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    River Wye Canoe Hire

    Ross on Wye Canoe Hire, based in Symonds Yat West in the heart of the Wye…

    Hopewell Colliery underground mine
    Families | Groups | History

    Hopewell Colliery - Working Mine and Cafe

    Mined since the 1800s, the colliery gives you a unique opportunity to…

    Harts Barn Cookery School Group
    Foodies | Accessible | Families

    Harts Barn Cookery School

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

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