About the Forest Of Dean

Nestling between the Wye Valley, the Vale of Leadon and the Severn Vale, the Royal Forest of Dean is one of England’s few remaining ancient forests, covering 27,000 acres of woodland. Designated as a National Forest Park in 1938, this ’Queen of Forests’ boasts a spectacular range of natural beauty combined with an aura of magic and mystery that has been the inspiration for many great artists and writers including Dennis Potter, JRR Tolkien and JK Rowling.

About the Forest of Dean

Trees at the riverside

The Forest of Dean is a unique and diverse region with quite different landscape areas.

Services and Information

Forest of Dean Tourism Association

Search the general services available in the Forest of Dean.

History

Mine Museum

The Forest of Dean has a fascinating history and heritage.

Tourist Information Centres

Tourist Information Centres

Find out more at one of our tourist information centres.

Facts and Figures

Question Mark

Discover facts and figures about the Forest of Dean.

Travel

Travel

The Forest of Dean is easy to get to by bus, car, train, plane.