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.

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    Tintern Abbey
    History | Groups | Arts

    Tintern Abbey

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    Puzzlewood Forest
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Puzzlewood

    Wander twisting tree-root paths at Puzzlewood, the Forest of Dean set seen…

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    Forest Of Dean & Wye Valley School Of Photography

    Fun, photographic training, group guiding, photography mindfulness…

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    Families | Groups | History

    Chepstow Castle

    Beautifully preserved and stretching out along a limestone cliff above the…

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    Adventure | Groups | Dogs

    Way2Go Adventures Ltd

    Way2Go Adventures is a family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean…

    Leaf Creative Garden Centre Evening Event
    Dogs | Families | Nature

    Leaf Creative

    Leaf Creative is the place to go to find fabulous & unusual plant…

    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,…

    Serenity room at Float in the Forest
    Relaxation

    Float in the Forest

    Floatation is a relaxation therapy where you float effortlessly on the…

    Dean Forest Cycles
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Dean Forest Cycles

    Cycle Trail, Mountain & Road Bike Hire centre situated in the village of…

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    Groups | Arts | Accessible

    Taurus Crafts

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

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    Arts | Families | Groups

    Rachel Shilston - Inspiring Creativity

    Relax, learn a new skill and create a memory of your stay in the Forest of…

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    Families | Groups | Adventure

    Adventure golf at Whitemead Forest Park

    Enjoy a round of woodland themed adventure golf at Whitemead Forest Park.…

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    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Wyedean Canoe & Adventure Centre

    As a family we have run our Adventure centre on the East bank of the river…

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    Arts | Nature | Groups

    David Broadbent Photography

    David Broadbent Photography produces cutting edge and on trend work in…

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    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Wye Valley Miniature Golf

    A twelve hole miniature golf course amongst the fantasy ruins of a…

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    Families | Groups | History

    Raglan Castle

    Explore Raglan Castle – a striking fortress rising above Monmouthshire's…

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