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Activities & Experiences

Whether you are looking for an action-packed, adrenaline-fuelled holiday or a relaxing and quiet short break, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has a wonderful range of activities and experiences available, with something to suit all tastes and abilities.

Whether you're walking, cycling, canoeing, swinging through the trees or climbing up a rock, make the most of our beautiful surroundings by heading outdoors. We've got extreme adventures and beginner's activities, guided tours and heart pumping thrills. Our dramatic landscapes are perfect for all those looking for some outdoor adventures in nature's playground.

Or why not book a foodie experience or distillery tour, try some of our many arts and crafts activities or sample some of our unique nature and wildlife based experiences such as falconry or llama trekking. There's fishing, golf, horse riding and climbing, off-road driving, paintball, stand-up paddleboarding and much much more.

Explore some of our ideas below for making the most of our activities and experiences in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley!

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Adventure & Extreme

Having an adventure or trying something new isn't hard here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Our dramatic landscapes are a natural outdoor playground with adventure activities galore, everything from kayaking to deep-level caving, high ropes to off-road driving. There are a wide range of adventure activities to give all ages a thrill!
Arts & Crafts

The stunning scenery and landscapes of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has long been an inspirational place to many writers, artists, poets and craftspeople and the arts and crafts scene in the area is vibrant and diverse, from potters to jewellers, weavers to painters, musicians to photographers.
Canoeing, Kayaking & Watersports

The Wye Valley is one of the most scenic places in the UK and an ideal setting for water based adventures. Whether in a canoe, a kayak or on a stand-up paddleboard, take to the water and see this beautiful area as it is meant to be seen - from the river itself.
Climbing

Set yourself a challenge and reach new heights. The limestone cliffs of the Wye Valley are a great place to climb with the help of skilled instructors. Or for something simpler, but still thrilling, try Forest of Dean Adventure's climbing tower at Beechenhurst.
Cycling and Mountain Biking

Plan your next cycling adventure. Why not hire a bike, take a lesson, go downhill, bring the family, get your friends together or just come on your own and enjoy our many miles of cycle trails here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Food & Drink Experiences

Foodie experiences abound here with a wealth of artisan produce and independent businesses. From gin making to foraging, bread making to vineyard tours you will find a wide range of activities to tickle your taste buds.
Golf

Fancy a spot of golf? How about some krazy golf or miniature golf?! We've all 3 here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley - ideal for beginners, families, groups or those looking for a fun new activity and all very highly recommended.
Nature & Wildlife Experiences

Our wildlife experiences and nature-based activities are of course abundant here in our ancient forest and wild river valley. Our countryside holds many treasures and we have a wide range of activities and experiences ideal for exploring and learning about our natural world.
Shooting & Archery

Adventurers at the ready! There's laser tag, paintball, archery, clay pigeon shooting, air rifle and loads more outdoor activities suitable for all ages here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Great for parties and celebrations, families and group outings as well as team building days there is so much to choose from.
Walking & Hiking

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.