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Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Looking for a destination where the whole family can relax, explore, and have fun together? The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is packed with family-friendly experiences, places to stay, and things to do - making it the perfect spot for a short break or full-on holiday with kids in tow.

From easy walking trails and the best picnic spots to adventure playgrounds, wildlife encounters, and activity centres, there’s something here for every age and energy level. Whether you’re cycling the family Colliers Trail, paddling on the River Wye, or simply spotting birds and boar in the woods, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a natural playground that invites curious minds and active feet.

In this section, you’ll find family-friendly accommodation, cafés and pubs with kids’ menus, and attractions and experiences designed to make everyone feel welcome. Rain or shine, there’s always something to do and always room for a snack stop.

Browse below to plan your next family adventure in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley - where memories are made around every corner.

Families Businesses

Ryeford Ponds Glamping
Families | Dogs | Nature

Ryeford Ponds Glamping

Ryeford Ponds Glamping is sited on a spacious, 6-acre paddock in a sheltered valley with woodlands,…

The Chocolate Bar Organic Chocolates
Foodies | Families | Accessible | Groups

The Chocolate Bar

We are a small artisan Chocolate Business based in the Forest of Dean. We use local ingredients…

Leaf Creative Garden Centre Evening Event
Dogs | Families | Nature | Accessible

Leaf Creative

Leaf Creative is the place to go to find fabulous & unusual plant specimens that can inject instant…

Orchard Barn self catering holiday cottage
Dogs | Families

Orchard Barn

3-Bed, 3-Bath Stunning converted barn with private hot tub and log burner.

Resilient Woodland Retreat Cabin from above

Prices from:
£150.00

Resilient Woodlands Retreat offers two luxury log cabins nestled in ancient woodlands in the…

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Award-winning village inn, close to mountain bike trails, RSPB Nagshead and the Dean Forest Steam…

Forest Barns Farm frontage

Prices from:
£543.00

Families | Groups | Accessible | Dogs

Forest Barns

5 Luxury Cottages in Private Hamlet | Book One or All | Hot Tubs & Log Fires | Civil Cermony Inside…

Way2 Go Adventures canoe with a dog
Adventure | Groups | Dogs | Families

Way2Go Adventures Ltd

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

VDW Hips Harbourside 919023684
Foodies | Families

Hips Harbourside

Hips Harbourside is a purpose-built Coffee shop situated at the Historic Lydney Docks, perfect for…

Tudor Farmhouse Hotel Garden
Families | Foodies | Dogs

Tudor Farmhouse Hotel

16th Century Boutique Farmhouse Hotel with 20 en-suite bedrooms and AA 2 Rosette Restaurant.

Briery Hill Llamas
Families | Adventure | Groups | Nature | Foodies | Relaxation

Briery Hill Llamas

Visit our llama farm for an unforgettable llama experience and animal enrichment

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Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature

Bracelands Camping

A spacious campsite and caravan park with glamping pods nestled among majestic oaks, stunning…

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16 century riverside inn offering high quality food and comfortable accommodation situated in the…

Lydney Park Spring Gardens Roman Temple Site showing a waterfall and beautiful flowers in bloom
Families | Dogs | Groups | History | Nature | Relaxation

Lydney Park Spring Gardens - Roman Temple Site

Fine formal gardens open every spring April-June only and for groups. Beautiful rhododendron and…

Daisy - Private wood fired Hot tub

Prices from:
£100.00

Families | Dogs | Groups

Broom Hill Retreat

Discover Broom Hill Retreat: luxury glamping (carriages Daisy & Doris) & The Annex in Royal Forest…

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

Families Events

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Forest Showcae Food Festival
Dogs | Families | Foodies | Groups

Forest Showcase Food Festival

Dates:
5th Oct 2025 - 5th Oct 2025

Join the Forest Showcase Food Festival at Speech House Hotel, Oct 5th, 10am-4pm. Local producers,…

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Dates:
27th Oct 2025 - 31st Oct 2025

Celebrate Halloween at the DHC!

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Families | Arts | Relaxation

Potter's Wheel Day Course

Dates:
10th Sept 2025 - 10th Sept 2025

Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery on the potter’s wheel.…

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Families | Foodies | Dogs | Groups | Accessible

Newent Monthly Market

Dates:
20th Sept 2025 - 20th Sept 2025

Enjoy the Newent Monthly Market, every 3rd Saturday of the Month from 9am – 1pm in the Market…

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Families | Arts | Relaxation

Potter's Wheel Introduction Class

Event Dates:
3rd Oct 2025 - 3rd Oct 2025

A hands-on Potter’s Wheel introduction. Making a pot on the potter’s wheel…

Couples one day
Families | Arts | Relaxation

Potter's Wheel Day Course

Event Dates:
4th Oct 2025 - 4th Oct 2025

Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery…

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Families | Arts | Relaxation

Potter's Wheel Introduction Class

Event Dates:
4th Oct 2025 - 4th Oct 2025

A hands-on Potter’s Wheel introduction. Making a pot on the potter’s wheel…

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Adventure | Families | Nature

October Autumn Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari (daytime)

Event Dates:
10th Oct 2025 - 10th Oct 2025

Experience wildlife in autumn on a captivating journey through the ancient…

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Families | Arts | Relaxation

Potter's Wheel Day Course

Event Dates:
11th Oct 2025 - 11th Oct 2025

Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery…

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Dogs | Families | Groups

Heritage Railway "Anything Goes" Gala

Event Dates:
11th Oct 2025 - 11th Oct 2025

Join us for our "Anything Goes" Gala where no two trains are the same and…

One day at eastnor pottery
Families | Arts | Relaxation

Potter's Wheel Day Course

Event Dates:
15th Oct 2025 - 15th Oct 2025

Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery…

Bracknell Sundown 1
Adventure | Families | Groups

Sundown Adventures at Go Ape Beechenhurst Lodge

Event Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 9th Nov 2025

Experience tree top thrills in a whole new light

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Families | Arts | Relaxation

Potter's Wheel Introduction Class

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A hands-on Potter’s Wheel introduction. Making a pot on the potter’s wheel…

Newent Artfest
Families | Arts | History

Newent artsFEST

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A Celebration of Creativity & Community

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Adventure | Families | Groups

October Evening Wildlife Safari and the Tudor Farmhouse

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A perfect October date with nature to see the autumn colours, fungi and of…

Rachel Shilston TRIO OF AUTUMN
Arts | Families

Trio of Autumn Decorations

Event Dates:
19th Oct 2025 - 19th Oct 2025

Learn three new skills, inspired by the Forest

Families Experiences

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Prices from:
£40.00

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari

Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari, experience the wonders of nature on a captivating journey…

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Prices from:
£40.00

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Evening Wildlife Safari

Forest of Dean Evening Wildlife Safari, discover all kinds of mighty and mysterious creatures.

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Prices from:
£40.00

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Experience Early Morning Bird Song

Experience Early Morning Bird Song, theres no sweeter or more harmonious way to begin the day with…

Jacob and the cows

Prices from:
£179.99

Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Half day farm experience

Half Day farm experience including meeting the pigs and cows, a llama pamper session and an…

Families Itineraries

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Dogs | Families | Groups | Arts | History

An arty long weekend in the Forest of Dean & Wye…

Duration: 4 Days 3 Nights

Lydney Harbour Landmark Stones
Dogs | Families | Groups | Arts | History

An arty mid week break in the Forest of Dean &…

Duration: 5 Days 4 Nights

Families Trails

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Adventure | Families

Downhill Cycling Trails

Ride world-class downhill trails at the Forest of Dean Cycle Centre. From flowy blues to…

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Dogs | Families

Family Cycling & The Colliers Trail

Duration: 2 Hours

Distance 9 Miles

Kids cycling at the Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
Adventure | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Cycling Trails in the Forest of Dean and Wye…

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just fancy a pootle through peaceful countryside, the Forest…

12 Easy Walks in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
Families | Dogs | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

12 Easy Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Walks

Distance 0.75 - 3 miles

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