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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.
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2010 Ryder Cup 1st to 3rd October
Country pubs, quality hotels, guesthouses, B&Bs and campsites in the Forest of Dean offer accommodation to suit every pocket and inclination. Just choose what suits you from our great range of quality assessed, accommodation available to book online.
The Forest of Dean is just a stone's throw away from the Celtic Manor Resort host for the 2010 Ryder Cup located near Newport in South East Wales.
Cars are not permitted at the event, so the organisers have arranged for compulsory Park and Ride facilities to take ticket holders to the Celtic Manor. The most suitable for visitors staying in the Forest of Dean is at junction 23a off the M4.
There are also regular rail services from Lydney to and from Newport.
Why not extend your stay or bring the whole family
All year round, there's fresh air and adventure too. Lose yourself in 27,000 acres of ancient woodland, or explore more open rolling countryside and tempting vineyards to the north. The Wye Valley Area of Outstanding natural Beauty to the west is walking and river sports heaven.
Kick back and relax, or get the adrenaline pumping, canoeing and rock climbing. The Forest of Dean is a fantastic outdoor playground for all ages and abilities.
And you'll be well fed! Artisan producers thrive in rich landscapes - no need to worry about food miles when lunch is grown on the doorstep and market towns and villages promote local flavours.
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