Local Activities
You won’t be disappointed when visiting the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. We have plenty to keep you active such as canoeing the River Wye, climbing the rocks of Symonds Yat, cycling through miles of purpose made tracks in the forest, jumping amongst the trees at Go Ape and playing a round of golf at one of the many courses close to the site. Or if you are wanting a more relaxed stay, why not visit some of our beautiful heritage sites. Chepstow, Raglan, Goodrich Castles and the grand Tintern Abbey are all within a short drive away (or a walk if you are feeling fit!). The area is a walkers’ paradise. Riverside walks, hill top walks, sculpture trails, arboretums, follow in the same tracks of our ancestors in the ancient woodlands. Nature is in abundance in the forest and wye. There are a handful of nature reserves with many species of insects’ birds and ducks, wild ponies, deer, boar and trees.
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There are many places to go and things to do in the area, here are a few ideas to get you started
Puzzle Wood Walk through the enchanting maze of mossy gulleys, see where films such as ‘Merlin’ and Dr Who were made. click here
Perrygrove Miniture RailwayWondering where to take the kids? Take them to ride on the Steam Railway, they can play in the tree houses and undercover play area. click here
Clearwell Caves These natural caves are dated back to well over 4,000 years. Atmospheric mine workings with 9 impressive caverns click here
Dean Hertitage Centre Gloucestershires leading attraction. The centre shows the unique history and heritage of the beautiful Forest of Dean. Chainsaw carving demonstrations and charcoal making are some of the many attractions here click here
Beechenhurst Visit many wonderful sculptures on the 4 mile Sculpture Trail click here. Climb the tower or just relax and watch the children play on the fabulous play area.
Dean Forest Railways This place can bring back memories or show children the magic of trains from a bygone era click here
Chepstow Castle This castle stands on the banks of the River Wye and boasts the oldest Castle gates in Europe. All wood and over 800 years old click here
Goodrich Castle One of the finest and best preserved English medieval castles click here
Taurus Crafts An Arts and Craft visitor centre with 15 small artisan businesses. Restaurant/cafe selling organic wholesome food. click here
Hopewell Colliery Go underground in a real mine celebrating the past and present life of Freeminers in the Forest of Dean click here
Go Ape (8 miles) A tree top adventure for all ages in this special forest location. You can even explore on the floor with all-terrain electric Segways click here
Go Ape Kids Go Ape tree top adventures designed especially for the younger kids with a wobbly bridge, zip wire and more click here
Yat Rock Enjoy outstanding views over the Wye from this internationally famous view point click here
Forest of Dean Adventures Bracelands and Beechenhurst (6.5 miles) Family activities with the teenagers click here
International Centre for Birds of Prey see birds of prey from all over the world with flying displays and more click here
Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo See a large collection of butterflies and enjoy exploring a real a real maze click here
Local Bike Hire is available nearby in two locations Parkend click here and at Cannop click here
Canoeing: Inspire 2 Adventure guided canoe trips click here | Canoe the Wye canoe hire click here | Wyedean Canoe Hire click here
Cinema The nearest cinema is in Coleford (5 miles) click here
Where to Eat
There are several places to eat out nearby, here are a few suggestions
Miners Country Inn, Sling click here
Orepool Inn, Sling click here
Butchers Arms, Clearwell click here
Tudor Farm House, click here
George, St Briavels click here
The Ostritch Inn, Newlands click here
The White Horse, Staunton click here
The Anchor, Tintern click here
The Royal George, Tintern click here
The Fopuntain Inn, Parkend click here
Panevino Italian, Chepstow click here