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

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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…

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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…

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Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 9th Nov 2025

Experience tree top thrills in a whole new light

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Dates:
17th Oct 2025 - 25th Oct 2025

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

Rachel Shilston TRIO OF AUTUMN

Dates:
19th Oct 2025 - 19th Oct 2025

Learn three new skills, inspired by the Forest

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Adventure | Groups

Halloween Pay and Play At Battlesports Glos

Event Dates:
22nd Oct 2025 - 22nd Oct 2025

The perfect activity this Autumn half-term

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Adventure | Families | Nature

October Autumn Forest of Dean Guided Wildlife Safari (daytime)

Event Dates:
23rd Oct 2025 - 23rd Oct 2025

Experience the wonders of autumn in October on a captivating journey…

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Adventure | Groups

Halloween Pay and Play At Battlesports Glos

Event Dates:
24th Oct 2025 - 24th Oct 2025

Spooky Outdoor Laser Tag This Autumn Half-Term

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Foodies

Live Fire Dining - Theo's 1st Solo Popup Restaurant

Event Dates:
24th Oct 2025 - 24th Oct 2025

Live Fire Dining - Theo's 1st Solo Popup Restaurant

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Foodies

Local Cheese & Wine Evening with Kingsthorne Vineyard

Event Dates:
24th Oct 2025 - 24th Oct 2025

Local Cheese & Wine evening in Coleford on 24th October. We will be…

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Nature

Autumn Foraging

Event Dates:
25th Oct 2025 - 25th Oct 2025

On our autumn forages you will be accompanied by fungi experts, Eric,…

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Autumn Trail

Event Dates:
25th Oct 2025 - 2nd Nov 2025

Visit us this half term and enjoy our Autumn Trail as you ride through our…

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Families | Nature

Apple Weekend

Event Dates:
25th Oct 2025 - 26th Oct 2025

Learn how to make your own fresh apple juice, apple crafts, and apple…

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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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