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Minsterworth lies on the western side of the River Seven along the A48 road between Gloucester and Chepstow in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire.
Minsterworth is one of the best places to view the Severn Bore, which people can be seen surfing and sometimes water skiing from the local water ski club.
The village has a long history, at one stage being owned by the rebellious baron Simon de Montfort. Its economy used to be heavily involved with salmon-fishing in the Severn, as illustrated by a carving in the local church of three salmon caught in a fishing net. Fishing for elvers remains an important activity.
The local church, St Peter's, lies right next to the river, with three ancient yews in the churchyard. F. W. Harvey, war poet and broadcaster, dubbed the "Laureate of Gloucestershire", is buried in the village churchyard.
There are several walks along the River Severn and the church is a good place to start to explore. There is a pub in the village and a couple of shops.
Nearby the Severn & Wye Smokery offers a great restaurant and cafe as well as a well stocked deli.
