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The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has a wide range of unique visitor attractions. From the magical Puzzlewood to the ruins of Tintern Abbey, this is a place which will take your breath away, entertain and amaze you and leave you wanting to come back for more.
You may wish to discover the area's history at one of our many castles (did you know that we have more castles than anywhere in the UK?), or enjoy a stroll around an underground cave, step back in time on a heritage steam train ride through ancient forest or delight at the beauty of nature at a butterfly zoo. There are museums galore including a museum of the forest, art galleries and outdoor sculpture trails, mazes and miniature golf. There are an array of family oriented attractions where you can all have fun, relax or enjoy some animal magic too from a miniature train ride and outdoor playgrounds to boat cruises and high wires. You'll find cinemas and theatres, racecourses and a birds of prey centre, plus plenty of shopping and historic towns and villages to explore.
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Ross-on-Wye
This traditional hedge maze is great fun for everyone. Find your way to the Temple at the centre, play hide'n seek and tag! There is a puzzle shop and a fascinating museum of mazes.
Symonds Yat West
Walk with butterflies as you explore the incredible and beautiful world of these wonderful creatures. This safari is for everyone with an interest in the environment, and has some wonderful photographic opportunities, come and see!
Nr Coleford
The ancient mines at Clearwell Caves are a secret world hidden beneath the trees; they are an exciting underground experience for the whole family. Cafe, shop, picnic area, free parking.
Longhope
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.
Cinderford
Atmospheric historic Cinema in the Heart of the Forest. Showing the latest releases alongside timeless classics. All tickets £4.
Lydney
Fine formal gardens open every spring April-June. Beautiful rhododendron and azalea gardens. Important Roman Temples Site. Museums and teas.
Coleford
Puzzlewood is a magical day out in the Forest of Dean. An enchanting, ancient woodland, filled with fantastic tree and rock formations. A popular TV & film location inc Star Wars.
Coleford
Unique railway with walks through beautiful woodland.
Tickets last all day - enjoy as many train rides as you like!
Indoor Village and exciting Treasure Hunt!
Cafe available. Picnics welcome.
Longhope
Traditionally crafted real ales. We use only the finest ingredients and our own mineral rich bore hole water to create full flavour real ales naturally conditioned in the cask or bottle.
Newnham-on-Severn
3 Giant maize mazes with hidden objectives to find. Do the Quiz or climb look out towers. OK for pushchairs & all ages. Picnic site, snacks and games area. Great for Birthday treats and parties. BBQ.
Lydney
A 8.5 mile trip through the medieval forest to Parkend with steam and some heritage diesel train services. Free parking, cafeteria, museum and gift shop at Norchard station. Pay once - ride all day!
Lydney
A vibrant visitor centre where you can see a wide range of arts and crafts, enjoy local food & drink. Taurus Crafts is part of Camphill Village Trust Ltd
Ross-on-Wye
Winners of the BBC Drinks Producer Food & Farming Award 2019 making traditional cider and perry at Broome Farm. Sold at the Yew Tree, Peterstow & Cider Shop. Groups welcome for pre-booked tours & tutored tastings.
LYDNEY
RSPB Nature Reserve managed in partnership with Forestry England, ideal for birdwatching and wildlife spotting with woodland walks, ponds and hides.
Ledbury
For a great family day out come to Westons Cider Mill, join a tour, sample our ciders or local apple juice and perhaps have tea and a cake or a lovely lunch.
Caldicot
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Castle's exciting past. Caldicot Castle's impressive structure is surrounded by an idyllic 55 acre Country Park.
Cliffords Mesne
May Hill is one of the most familiar landmarks for many miles around, with its near circular mound and crowning clump of trees. It offers wonderful views and is an ideal spot to view the sunrise and sunset over the forest, hills and valleys all around.
Monmouth
The nation's favourite river, flowing through some of the most beautiful lowland scenery in Britain.
Raglan
A late medieval castle dating from between the 15th and early 17th-centuries.
Symonds Yat
Internationally renowned viewpoint with fantastic views over the Wye Valley
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