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What’s On in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is brimming with exciting festivals, seasonal wonders, and unforgettable experiences all year round. Whether you’re drawn to live music, adrenaline filled activities, creative arts, wildlife adventures, or stargazing under our famous dark skies, there’s always something to enjoy in our beautiful region.

What’s On in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

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Families | Groups | Arts | Nature

Summer Sculpture Exhibition 2026

Dates:
24th May 2026 - 13th Sept 2026

Next Event Date:
22nd Jul 2026

Showcasing over 54 artists and 146 sculptures. The Summer Sculpture Exhibition is designed as an… Showcasing over 54 artists and 146 sculptures. The Summer Sculpture Exhibition is designed as an experience, offering space to slow down, reflect & engage.

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Families | Groups | Nature | History

Summer Holidays - Free Entry

Dates:
18th Jul 2026 - 30th Aug 2026

Join us this Summer Holidays for some free family fun! Join us this Summer Holidays for some free family fun!

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SEALED KNOT COMMEMORATE BATTLE OF COLEFORD 1643 16

Families | Groups | History

The Sealed Knot Battle of Coleford

Dates:
8th Aug 2026 - 9th Aug 2026

Join members of The Sealed Knot Society as they re-enact aspects of the 1643 Battle of Coleford .. Join members of The Sealed Knot Society as they re-enact aspects of the 1643 Battle of Coleford ..

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Ross on Wye Model Railway Exhibition

Dates:
22nd Aug 2026 - 23rd Aug 2026

Over 20 Model Railway Layouts and Demonstrations with traders Over 20 Model Railway Layouts and Demonstrations with traders

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Adventure | Families | Nature | Arts

Room on the Broom Trail at Beechenhurst

Dates:
27th Jan 2026 - 31st Oct 2026

Join Witch and her friends on a spellbinding family adventure through the Forest of Dean on… Join Witch and her friends on a spellbinding family adventure through the Forest of Dean on Forestry England's Room on the Broom trail.

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Families | Arts

Potter's Wheel Day Course

Dates:
8th Apr 2026 - 5th Dec 2026

Next Event Date:
1st Aug 2026

Spend a day at the potter's wheel with Eastnor Pottery, Ledbury. Your own wheel, lots of clay &… Spend a day at the potter's wheel with Eastnor Pottery, Ledbury. Your own wheel, lots of clay & expert tuition. £180 per person. Multiple dates available.

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Potting tent wheels in action Intro Class

Families | Arts

Potter's Wheel Introduction Class

Dates:
10th Apr 2026 - 18th Dec 2027

Next Event Date:
25th Jul 2026

Try your hand at the potter's wheel with a 90-minute introduction class at Eastnor Pottery,… Try your hand at the potter's wheel with a 90-minute introduction class at Eastnor Pottery, Ledbury. £60 per person. Multiple dates available, book now.

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Arts | Groups

One Day Wheel Throwing Workshop

Dates:
1st May 2026 - 5th Dec 2026

Next Event Date:
31st Jul 2026

A full day of wheel throwing at Hot Pot Pottery, Forest of Dean. Your own wheel, a home-made lunch… A full day of wheel throwing at Hot Pot Pottery, Forest of Dean. Your own wheel, a home-made lunch and up to six pots glazed and fired. £177 per person.

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