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The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a fantastic place for families! There's lots to do for all ages, and there's plenty which can be done together; plenty to excite and thrill, plenty to entertain and enjoy, and most importantly for many families, plenty of opportunity to reconnect with each other, and to enjoy the calm that being in nature can bring.

Whilst a simple forest or riverside walk is the perfect start to any trip to the area, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is also home to many attractions and activities that can take getting back to nature to another level. From ancient castles to steam train rides, and canoeing to cave exploring, we have an abundance of excitement waiting for children of all ages, even those tweens and teens who are a little bit harder to please!

Lose yourself in a different world at magical Puzzlewood, or find the surprise at the centre of Elton's Giant Maze. Get on the right track aboard a Perrygrove Railway train, or visit the Dean Forest Railway for a steam train ride through the Forest of Dean. Step back in time and learn about the history of the area at the Dean Heritage Centre. Get out on the water with canoeing, kayaking, or stand-up paddleboarding, or fly through the trees on a high ropes experience! Get up close with birds of prey, hire bikes and head out along our miles of off-road tracks, book an archery class, or try rock climbing. Looking for something more leisurely? Sit back and relax with a river cruise along the Wye; keep an eye out for jumping trout, kingfishers, otters, and swans as you sit back, relax, and let the towering, limestone gorge scenery drift by.

Here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, there is so much for families to see and do that you just might want to stay a little longer to fit more in!

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The George Community Hub

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High Street, Newnham, Gloucestershire, GL141BS

Telephone
01594 510740

info@thegeorgeatnewnham.co.uk

Newnham

We are friendly and welcoming community hub in the Direst of Dean in the attractive Severnside village of Newnham on Severn. After a fundraising campaign which started in 2018, our historic building was secured by the community in 2021 and has undergone an extensive and sympathetic renovation to provide a mixed-use hub for local people (and visitors) to enjoy.

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New Fancy Viewpoint

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Parkend, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4HR

Telephone
0300 067 4800

westengland@forestryengland.uk

Lydney

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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Monmouth Canoe & Activity Centre

Address

Old Dixton Rd, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DP

Telephone
01600 716083

monmouthcanoehire@hotmail.com

Monmouth

Canoe and kayak hire on the River Wye. Families and large groups welcomed including the dog. Qualified instruction available.

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The Forest Bakehouse

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Church Road, Longhope, Gloucestershire, GL17 0LB

Telephone
01452830435

info@forestbakehouse.co.uk

Longhope

The award-winning Forest Bakehouse is a cooperative bakery based in the village of Longhope, in the beautiful Forest of Dean. Our main focus is creating highly nutritious bread and pastries using locally milled organic flour, free from any unnecessary ingredients or additives.

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Wenchford

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New Road, Blakeney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4DG

Telephone
0300 067 4800

westengland@forestryengland.uk

Blakeney

A popular picnic site with picnic tables, an easy access path and a paddling area

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Dick Whittington Park

Address

Little London, Longhope, Gloucestershire, GL17 0PH

Telephone
01452 831631

info@dickwhittingtonpark.co.uk

Longhope

Rain or Shine, the Dick Whittington Park at Longhope offers a range of family attractions for both adults and children to enjoy.

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Krazy Golf - Lydney

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Old Park, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6BU

Telephone
01594 840082

info@krazygolflydney.co.uk

Lydney

15 hole Krazy Golf with a theme based on local attractions, games barn, Footpool, outdoor garden games. On site cafe or bring your own picnic.

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