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

    Lydney Park Spring Gardens - Roman Temple Site

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

    Way2go hen and stag gorge scrambling
    Adventure | Groups

    Hen & Stag Activities with Way2Go Adventures

    A family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean offering exciting…

    Food and Drink Experiences in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
    Foodies | Accessible | Families

    Harts Barn Cookery School

    Cookery experiences for all. Holiday activities, parties, fire cooking,…

    DBC Leisure Clay Pigeon Shooting
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    DBC Leisure

    Clay shooting, air rifle, archery tuition with friendly, experienced…

    Forest Retreats - Yoga, Wellbeing and Forest Bathing
    Relaxation | Nature | Groups

    Forest Retreats - Yoga, Wellbeing and Forest Bathing

    Yoga and wellbeing retreats in the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. Offering…

    Clearwell Caves Lake 1 2059054557
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Clearwell Caves

    Discover the Wonder of Under! The neolithic mines at Clearwell Caves are a…

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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…

    Leaf Creative Garden Centre Evening Event
    Dogs | Families | Nature

    Leaf Creative

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

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    Forest Of Dean & Wye Valley School Of Photography

    Fun, photographic training, group guiding, photography mindfulness…

    Caving with Borderlands Outdoor
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    Borderlands Outdoor

    Outdoor Training and Adventure in the Wye Valley & South Wales…

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    Families | Adventure | Groups

    Dean Forest Railway

    Journey through the medieval Forest of Dean from Lydney to Parkend on a…

    Hopewell Colliery underground mine
    Families | Groups | History

    Hopewell Colliery - Working Mine and Cafe

    Mined since the 1800s, the colliery gives you a unique opportunity to…

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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…

    Forestry England Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
    Families | Dogs | Groups

    Forest of Dean Cycle Centre

    With trails for all abilities, this is the perfect place to start your…

    Ross on Wye Canoe Hire
    Adventure | Families | Groups

    River Wye Canoe Hire

    Ross on Wye Canoe Hire, based in Symonds Yat West in the heart of the Wye…

    Briery Hill Llamas
    Families | Adventure | Groups

    Briery Hill Llamas

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

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