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Whether you want to go on a two-day hike, throw yourself into some high-energy activities or just take a leisurely bike ride to a viewing hotspot, the Forest of Dean accommodates all.

With so much selection, you won't know where to start. So here are some of our top tips to keep everyone entertained on your visit to the Forest...

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Whether you're a first time visitor, or returning to rediscover its charms, you'll find the best in hospitality, along with spectacular scenery, a wealth of wildlife and a fascinating heritage.

However if you only have a day, you'll just scratch the surface of what this wonderful place has to offer. So why not stay a bit longer and discover more of the Forest's charms, it won't take long before you fall under its spell.

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Said to have inspired the likes of J.R.R.Tolkien, J.K.Rowling and Dennis Potter, "Gloucestershire's greatest natural wonder", the Forest of Dean, is best explored by following The Royal Forest Route, which takes visitors on a 20-mile tour of the spectacular broad-leaf forest.

Springtime is one of the best times of the year to follow this route, when many areas, such as the Soudley Valley are filled with the most spectacular bluebells.

Accommodation in the Forest of Dean

There are a variety of accommodation options in the Forest of Dean, so you can be sure to find something to suit your taste and your budget. Historic hotels, inns, guest houses and B&Bs are available throughout the area, or you may choose to stay on a farm, go self-catering or simply enjoy the outdoors at one of our camping and caravan sites. To help you plan your stay, you can search by accommodation type or search by area using our interactive map. Alternatively, check out our late availability and special offers pages.

All accommodation featured on this site has been quality assessed by either Visit Britain, the AA, Visit Wales or has recently applied for a rating and is awaiting assessment. This gives you the confidence to book accommodation to meet your expectations.

 Hotels & Inns 
Hotels and Inns

Historic hotels, country houses and traditional village inns

Guest Accommodation
guest accommodation in the forest of dean

Luxury guest houses, cosy B&B's and farmhouses

Self-Catering
Self Catering Accommodation

Converted barns and coach houses, secluded cottages and lodges

Camping & Touring
caravan and camping in the forest of dean

Camping and caravan sites, YHAs and group accommodation

Special Offers
Accommodation special offers

Check out current special offers on a great range of places to stay

Quality Assurance

All our properties have been inspected and awarded a star rating

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