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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.
The Forest of Dean for Group Travel
Bringing a group for a day or longer? The Forest of Dean is a fascinating corner of Gloucestershire with plenty to offer everyone.
Its rich and varied landscape with ancient woodlands, rolling farmland and picturesque villages nestled between the rivers Severn and the Wye, provide endless interest for walkers, historians, artists, outdoors and nature-lovers. Plus visitors are always surprised at the vast range of attractions and activities here, from museums, mines and mazes, to caves, canoeing and craft centres there's something for everyone.
The Forest of Dean is a great base for touring. Located between 3 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - the Cotswolds, Wye Valley and Malvern Hills, as well as the towns of Ross on Wye, Monmouth, Chepstow and the city of Gloucester, it offers wider possibilities for extending your stay further.
For Themed Itineraries, click here or download from the selection below.
Our Group Travel Pack provides details of Accommodation, Attractions, Activities and Places to Eat Out.
Group Travel Pack
Welcome Accommodation Attractions Activities Eating Out
Bluebell Driving Route
Explore the ancient forest woodlands trasformed into a sea of bluebells.
Coaches
Cinderford - Drop Off, High Street / Parking, Bus Station
Coleford - Drop Off, Station Road / Parking, Cuploa Close
Lydney - Drop Off, In front of Co-op or the Bus Station / Parking, Hams Road by arrangement 01594 842234
Newent - Drop Off, Library, High Street / Parking Court Lane Main Car Park
Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Tour Guides
The Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Tour Guides are qualified guides with excellent knowledge of the local area and can tailor their services to the requirements of your group. For further information telephone 01594 888197 or visit www.wyedeantourguides.org.uk
To view current guided walks that are available click here
Further Information
If you need any further help please e-mail us or call 01594 812384
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