...Is All Yours for the Taking

Start the day at Forest Deli in Coleford and stock up on local cheeses, homemade sausage rolls and freshly made quiches to take on a Forest of Dean picnic. Or pick up a ready made hamper laden with goodies.

If you need some help honing your cookery skills sign up for a course at Harts Barn Cookery School where all tastes and abilities are catered for, from vegan baking to how to recreate your Chinese takeaway favourites and lots of kids courses for family foodie forays. Cook and dine experiences are perfect for enjoying a freshly cooked delicious meal you've just cooked yourself.

Sleep in the heart of the Forest of Dean at The Speech House, a country house hotel near Coleford for the full forest and fodder experience. This former 17th century hunting lodge still has many original features including fire places, paintings and carved oak chairs and is a scenic spot for afternoon tea or Sunday lunch. The Verderers' Restaurant is an iconic dining location in the Forest of Dean and is a working courtroom.