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Speech House Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7EGTelephone
03000 674800Coleford
4.5 mile long woodland Sculpture Trail. Walk underneath a stained glass window hung high in the tree canopy and discover hidden places in the Forest. Free of charge and perfect for all ages. New pieces installed in 2021.
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Speech House Woods, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL16 7EJForest of Dean
A small fishing lake in the Speech House woods, used as a filming location in the BBC series Merlin.
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19 Black Rock Road, Portskewett, Caldicott, Monmouthshire, NP26 5TPCaldicott
Black Rock is on the Monmouthshire coastline of the Severn Estuary between the two Severn bridges. There is a picnic site and the location gives fantastic panoramic views of the estuary and both bridges. Black Rock is the home of a traditional method of fishing which has been practiced for hundreds of years and and also historic links with much earlier ways of crossing the river.
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Grosmont, Monmouthshire, NP7 8EPGrosmont
Grosmont Castle is a ruined castle in the village of Grosmont, Monmouthshire, one of a trio of Monmouthshire fortresses known as the ‘Three Castles’ – which includes White Castle and Skenfrith – built to control the border. The fortification was established by the Normans in the wake of the invasion of England in 1066. It experienced an active life including being besieged in the Glyndŵr Rising rebellion of 1405.
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Lower Soudley, Soudley, Gloucestershire, GL14 2UBTelephone
01594 822170Soudley
We are the Museum of the Forest: a stunning building and location with inside and outside attractions. Learn about the history of the Forest from the Ice Age to the present day, visit our museum and gallery, explore the Gruffalo woodland trail, see inside a reconstructed Forester's cottage, visit a charcoal burner's camp, see chainsaw carving, our working water wheel and stream, kids will enjoy our woodland playground plus there is an excellent cafe and gift shop.
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- Dogs Accepted - Dogs are allowed in the shop, cafe and terrace on a lead but only guide and assistance dogs are allowed into the museum and onto the main site.
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The Round House, The Kymin, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SFTelephone
01600 719241Monmouth
When Admiral Lord Nelson visited the site in 1802 he described it as one of the most beautiful places he had ever seen.
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Cleddon, Llandogo, Monmouthshire, NP16 6NFLlandogo
A stunning section of the Wye Valley Walk high above the River Wye with some of the most impressive views along the Wye Valley. The thundering Cleddon Falls are the biggest in the area and the Duchess Ride Viewpoint is one of the best.
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St Arvans, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6DNChepstow
Historic path along cliffs overlooking the River Wye popular during the Wye Tour. Part of the Wye Valley Walk north of Chepstow and leading to the Eagle's Nest Viewpoint.
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Blaize Bailey, Littledean, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 3PACinderford
Blaize Bailey is a viewpoint looking over a horseshoe bend in the River Severn and on a fine day, you will be able to see Gloucester Cathedral, Newnham and the Cotswold Hills.
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Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4ERLydney
Lydney Harbour is a place steeped in history and heritage - in the 19th and early 20th century it was used to export coal from the Forest. It is well worth visiting as a place of beauty but also to see the power and force of the River Seven and its estuary which has the second highest tidal range in the world.
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Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1ANNewent
Large picturesque lake surrounded by park not far from the centre of Newent town.
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Goodrich, Herefordshire, HR9 6JFGoodrich
One of the most prominent features in the Lower Wye Valley offering some of the best views and walks in the area. 98 hectares of the hill is a local nature reserve, bluebells cover the hill in spring and it is well known as being an ideal spot to leaf peep the autumn colours. South of Goodrich and west of Kerne Bridge it is surrounded by two large loops in the River Wye with Symonds Yat close by.
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Church Lane, Minsterworth, Gloucestershire, GL2 8JJMinsterworth
The Severn Bore is one of Britain's few truly spectacular natural phenomena. Watch this powerful wave as it gains power flowing up the Severn Estuary. Spring and autumn are when it is at its highest, see our recommended places to watch it and find out the latest dates.
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Speech House Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7ELTelephone
0300 067 4800Coleford
Beechenhurst lies in the heart of the forest, and is a great place to start your adventure. Discover the Gruffalo Spotters Trail, the Sculpture Trail, play area, Go Ape, cafe and climbing tower.
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Mallards Pike, Parkend, Gloucestershire, GL15 4HDTelephone
0300 067 4800Parkend
Beautiful lake in the Forest of Dean, popular for walking, with lots of picnic benches, nearby cycle paths and a cafe and toilets on site.
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Picturesque ponds, home to lots of wildlife. Great picnic area and central for walks and cycle paths.
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Parkend, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4HRTelephone
0300 067 4800Lydney
Formerly the site of the New Fancy coal mine, the old spoil heap now provides spectacular views across the Forest. Great for birdwatching and for woodland walks. Easy access to Mallards Pike and Speech House Woods.
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New Road, Blakeney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4DGTelephone
0300 067 4800Blakeney
A popular picnic site with picnic tables, an easy access path and a paddling area
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Woorgreens, Speech House Road, Gloucestershire, GL16 7EJA nature reserve and lake in the heart of the Forest of Dean which is home to a wide range of plants and animals, many miles of footpaths and open forest views. The heathlands nearby offer open grazing for cattle and ponies.
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Near Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9LTNear Lydbrook
A Forest car park with vast walks, a picnic site, pond with waterlilies and an area steeped in the heritage of mining with old railway lines and bridges. Off-road cycling trails and access to the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail.
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