Discover Dean Wye

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Discover Dean Wye

From ancient forests...

Where England meets Wales, separated by the meandering River Wye, you’ll discover a place of timeless beauty and untamed nature. Pause for a moment at one of our many breathtaking viewpoints, walk or cycle our miles of traffic free paths, explore our iconic ruins and unique attractions or sample our bountiful artisan produce. You won't be dissapointed!

Map Drive Times to the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

...to wild rivers

This is a place where you can recharge your batteries, get off the beaten track and escape the everyday. This is a place where children can run free, where there is space to roam and plenty of adventures to be had. Find your freedom in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

Explore Dean & Wye

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail Cathedral of the forest stained glass window
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature | Arts | History | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

Established in 1986, the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail is a unique outdoor experience that…

Child playing in the water at Wenchford
Dogs | Families | Nature | Relaxation

Wenchford

A popular picnic site with picnic tables, an easy access path and a paddling area

Mallards Pike Lake
Accessible | Families | Dogs | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Mallards Pike

Beautiful lake in the Forest of Dean, popular for walking, with lots of picnic benches, nearby…

Cannop Ponds and bridge
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Cannop Ponds

Picturesque ponds, home to lots of wildlife. Great picnic area and central for walks and cycle…

Our Events

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Newent Market Logo
Families | Foodies | Dogs | Groups | Accessible

Newent Monthly Market

Dates:
20th Sept 2025 - 20th Sept 2025

Enjoy the Newent Monthly Market, every 3rd Saturday of the Month from 9am – 1pm in the Market…

Bracknell Sundown 1

Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 9th Nov 2025

Experience tree top thrills in a whole new light

Created by Luxmuralis

Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 25th Oct 2025

This autumn, Poppy Fields by Luxmuralis will transform the beautiful setting of Gloucester…

Whisky Tasting Evening at The Speech House Hotel

Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 17th Oct 2025

At The Speech House Hotel, we love to bring Tasting Menus & Experiences to the Forest of Dean,…

The Jersey Boys Tribute
Groups

The Jersey Boys Tribute

Event Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 17th Oct 2025

See the Jersey Boys Tribute act at Whitemead Forest Park.

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Events

The Jersey Boys Tribute

Event Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 17th Oct 2025

The Jersey Boys

FOD Ultra Marathon
Adventure | Dogs | Groups

Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A running race that takes you on a wonderful journey through the Forest of…

Hot Pot Pottery
Arts | Groups | Relaxation

One Day Wheel Throwing

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A whole day with your own pottery wheel in our lovely rural pottery studio

EP 023
Families | Arts | Relaxation

Potter's Wheel Introduction Class

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A hands-on Potter’s Wheel introduction. Making a pot on the potter’s wheel…

Newent Artfest
Families | Arts | History

Newent artsFEST

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A Celebration of Creativity & Community

RICH 8738
Adventure | Families | Groups

October Evening Wildlife Safari and the Tudor Farmhouse

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

A perfect October date with nature to see the autumn colours, fungi and of…

Saturday Night Club
Arts | Foodies

Saturday Night Club

Event Dates:
18th Oct 2025 - 18th Oct 2025

Performances by Hannah Wood support act Buckthorne

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A Place That Cares

Tourism is the heartbeat of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. It brings life to our communities, supports local jobs, and helps protect the landscapes and heritage that make this place so special.But to keep this region thriving, tourism must also be sustainable. That means caring for the environment, supporting local people, and ensuring that the magic of this place endures - for you, and for future generations.At Visit Dean Wye, we’re proud to be a member of the UN Global Compact and embed the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - a global call to action to make the world a better place. These goals guide how we work with over 300 local businesses to build a fairer, greener, more resilient visitor economy.

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