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Our wildlife experiences and nature-based activities are of course abundant here in our ancient forest and wild river valley. Our countryside holds many treasures and we have a wide range of activities and experiences ideal for exploring and learning about our natural world.
We have foraging and bushcraft experiences, wildlife safaris and birdsong walks, birds of prey and falconry experiences and much much more. They are all wonderful experiences ideal for a family or group, great for photographers, kids and as a gift experience. Why not join naturalist, broadcaster and author Ed Drewitt for a dawn chorus experience or wildlife safari? They are a great way to find out more about all that this area has to offer, learn to identify the signs of wildlife and the wonderful range we have here. Falconry experiences offer the unique opportunity to get up close to some incredible birds of prey including owls and hawks. Take part in handling, feeding and flying experiences perfect for all ages and learn about these stunning birds in a beautiful location.
See our What's On Guide for all the Nature and Wildlife Events in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley here.
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Chepstow
Traditional agricultural show including Iivestock, Horse, Dog Show, Homecraft & Horticulture and lots of stands & stalls. At Chepstow Racecourse.
Wye Valley
Spectacular Happenings in an Outstanding Landscape.
Join us for the next biennial Wye Valley River Festival, running from 3 - 12 May 2024. The festival will be appearing in woodlands, streets and village greens throughout the Valley - brimful of music, theatre, extraordinary creatures, fantastical mobile devices, trumpets, songs and laughter. Events are mostly free to attend, and everyone is welcome (including well-behaved dogs!). Audiences can expect a vibrant program of performances to entertain and amaze, experiences to…
Barbadoes , Tintern
Retreat to the forest and nurture your wellbeing on a weekend retreat at Hill Farm, Tintern. Hayley will nourish your body and soul with a yoga practice combining strong movement, balances and an extended relaxation. Our trained forest guide Tom will take you on a sensory and mindful experience in the woodlands. Then end your special retreat relaxing in our Eco-Spa; which includes a wood fired hot tub and sauna overlooking Tintern Abbey!
St. Briavels
We offer a full range of floristry and floral design services – from gift bouquets to weddings, funeral tributes to events. Our floral arrangements are romantic, cottage garden, vintage, and hedgerow-inspired.
Dymock
Enjoy the wild daffodils around Dymock.
Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth, Gloucester
The Arborealists have collaborated with us again to present a new exhibition, themed on regeneration, to help promote tree planting: a vital strand of the environmental crisis recovery strategy. The exhibition will showcase a diverse range of approach, style media, and scale – and interpretation of this uplifting and positive subject.
Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery, Gloucestershire
Much Marcle
Now here is an exciting, unique opportunity for 11 - 14 year olds at half term! Its absolutely FREE! It includes goody bag, founding membership to our "Wild Tribe" club a chance for a day/or overnight stay at Back To The Wild basecamp in Hall Woods/Hellens Manor, a family event included, some great afternoon on-line woodland/nature activities and also the amazing iHeart well being and resilience programme.
Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth, Gloucester
The world-renowned exhibition, on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, features exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breath-taking diversity of the natural world. Using photography's unique emotive power to engage and inspire audiences, the images shine a light on stories and species around the world and encourage a future of advocating for the planet.
Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery, Gloucestershire
Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth, Gloucester
We will be running our children's activities outdoors in the garden to minimise the risk of catching/spreading COVID. In the event of bad weather we will run the activity in the classroom - meeting all government guidance.
Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery, Gloucestershire
St. Briavels, Lydney
We are opening our gates again for the Big Flower Farmer's Weekend and welcome everyone interested in all things floral! We have demos, tours, plants, cream teas, craft stalls, flower sales and special interest wildlife groups on site. Enjoy a potter around our flower farm in good company, find out about our flower journey, feel inspired and try a locally made cream tea next to our vintage tractor!
Newent
Spend a magical evening watching owls fly by moonlight. The perfect gift for a loved one or festive outing for a group of friends. You will get to experience these elusive birds in their natural environment while enjoying the International Birds of Prey Centre in Newent in a different, atmospheric light. A spectacular evening for all ages.
Minsterworth
The Severn Bore is one of Britain's few truly spectacular natural phenomena. Watch this powerful wave as it gains power flowing up the Severn Estuary. Spring and autumn are when it is at its highest, see our recommended places to watch it and find out the latest dates.
Lydney
Join us as explore late Summer jewel colours.
We will talk you through the selection of seasonal flowers and foliage we have on the night, demonstrating the techniques for conditioning and assembling a stunning vase arrangement. You will then create your own unique display to take home.
Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth, Gloucester
A selection of original paintings, drawings, original prints and some 3D items that have been donated to the Trust to raise funds during these challenging times.
Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery, Gloucestershire
Christchurch, Coleford
We are very delighted to welcome local wildlife expert Ed Drewitt to Bracelands Campsite this evening. ️
Ed will be taking you on an evening adventure tonight at 8.30pm for an hour's walk into the forest around the edge of Bracelands Campsite. He will be showing you how to look for signs of animals, listening for birds and bats (using a bat detector) and if you keep those eyes sharp you may catch a glimpse of shy fallow deer and perhaps even a wild boar.
St Briavels
Improve your photography with a 2 or 4 hour one to one (or small group) lesson with professional photographer, David Broadent. Suitable for all levels these sessions are held outdoors throughout the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Work on your creativity or get to grips with your camera. Questions? Just ask.
Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth
An exhibition of Arctic paintings by the award-winning artist, Nicholas Jones.
The paintings of Nicholas Jones immerse the viewer in the vast space and luminous light of the Arctic. Capturing a world made up of the simplest of ingredients – ice, water, rock, and light, this exhibition offers a point of connection with the fragile beauty of this astonishing region of our planet, on whose well-being we all depend.
Nick is the 2022 winner of the Royal Geographical Societies Cherry Kearton medal. In 2018 he was the Scott Polar…
Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery, Gloucestershire
Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the Natural History Museum's annual competition and exhibition highlighting the unique and beautiful relationship between photography, science and art. This is one of the only opportunities to see the renowned exhibition outside of London.
A forest rodeo, a hidden stargazer and a mason bee at work are just a few of the awe-inspiring images featured in the fifty-ninth competition. All winning photos will be on display at Nature in Art Museum & Art Gallery, from February to April 2024.
This…
Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery, Gloucestershire
Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth
Five artists exploring themes from the natural world through drawing, painting, printmaking and poetry.
Murmur II (Conversations with Nature) brings together a new body of work, in a variety of styles and media by Andrew Morrison, Jo Biggadike, Shelley Winnett, Roy Hubbard and Julie Smith. At least one of them will be available each day to talk to visitors.
Humans speak the loudest, but beside our raucous demands are murmurings from wild things struggling to adapt to a changing world. 'Conversations with Nature' attempts to attend…
Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery, Gloucestershire
Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth
The annual exhibition of The Wildlife Art Society International. A display consisting of over 300 works, both 2D and 3D. The society provides a focus for the interests of wildlife artists, painters, sculptors and photographers, whether they are professional, serious amateur or leisure artists. Most works are for sale. See members demonstrating every day.
The Wildlife Art Society International was founded in 1992 and has grown to be one of the leading Wildlife Art Societies in the UK and continues to grow in recognition…
Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery, Gloucestershire
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