There is an abundance of things to do to keep our youngest visitors happy in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. You can’t come to the area without a woodland walk and whether it’s raining or the sun is shining the trees are often a great place to shelter. If you enjoy walking and need a trail to follow then the sculpture trail from Beechenhurst is a good start. Forestry England also often have seasonal trails to follow which in previous years have included the Gruffalo or Shaun the Sheep.

A hidden gem for our younger visitors is Perrygrove, with its with steam train rides that circle a children’s play fort complete with slides and lookouts as well as woodland pathways and an undercover play area that makes you feel like you have stepped into toy town. Perrygrove is opposite one of the must-go attractions in the area, Puzzlewood, with its magical mystical natural woodland pathways it is a breathtaking sight which is why it is used regularly in TV and films such as Harry Potter, Star Wars, Doctor Who, Merlin and even Tree Fu Tom.

Other attractions loved by our younger visitors include the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo and aMazing Hedge Puzzle where you can play hide and seek whilst you find your way into the middle of the maze. There are many majestic castles to visit in the area too including Goodrich Castle, Raglan Castle, Chepstow Castle and Caldicot Castle and they often run events, trails and activities to follow that let your little ones' imaginations run wild.

If cycling is your thing, you can take your own or hire a bike (and child’s seat) and head out for an hour or two onto the Family Cycling Trail. You can also hire a canoe (minimum age 4) and spend a few hours gently floating down the river – keep an eye out for otters swimming along the water's edge and kingfishers flitting past.

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Foresters' Forest

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Bank House, Bank Street, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8BA

Telephone
07584 003362

info@forestersforest.uk

Coleford

Foresters’ Forest is a £2.5m National Lottery Heritage funded scheme with 38 community projects that uncover, reveal, share and celebrate our heritage.
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Inspire2Adventure

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Inspire Consulting & Coaching Ltd T/A Inspire2Adventure, Wyastone Business Park, Wyastone Leys, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SR

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01600 891515

info@inspire2adventure.com

Monmouth

Stand-up paddleboarding, gorge scrambling, guided kayaking and rock climbing in the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. Join us for an introduction, a half-day or full day of activities on rivers, gorges and rock faces in this stunning area. Fun, adventurous, and suitable for all ages and skill levels, we provide everything you need and teach you techniques, taking any fears away and making sure you have a great day out.
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Grosmont Castle

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Grosmont, Monmouthshire, NP7 8EP

Grosmont

Grosmont Castle is a ruined castle in the village of Grosmont, Monmouthshire, one of a trio of Monmouthshire fortresses known as the ‘Three Castles’ – which includes White Castle and Skenfrith – built to control the border. The fortification was established by the Normans in the wake of the invasion of England in 1066. It experienced an active life including being besieged in the Glyndŵr Rising rebellion of 1405.
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Dean Laser Clay

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Elton Farm Leisure, Elton Road, Littledean, Gloucestershire, GL14 1JU

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07961 978136

info@deanlaserclay.com

Littledean

Laser Clay Pigeon shooting is 100% Safe, firing harmless infra-red beams instead of live ammunition meaning no bruises from recoil, no ear-splitting noise, and more environmentally friendly and cheaper than traditional Clay Pigeon Shooting! Perfect for family fun, birthdays, corporate reward days, and wedding groups.
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The Viking Games

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Middle Cefn Farm, Ewyas Harold, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0JH

Telephone
01981 240896

admin@battlelands.co.uk

Hereford

Viking Games in the Herefordshire hills
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Farm Experience Day – Animal enrichment

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Briery Hill Llamas, Briery Hill House, Briery Hill Lane, Kilcot, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1NH

Telephone
01989 720517

info@brieryhillllamas.co.uk

Kilcot, Newent

Our experience day provides a unique, hands-on opportunity to interact with our rescued and resident animals. This is a one-to-one bespoke experience and you will not be sharing it with anyone else.
Price: £199.99 per person.
Length of experience: 7 - 8 hours
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Forest Retreats - Yoga, Wellbeing and Forest Bathing

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Barbadoes, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6ST

Telephone
07826 557211

info@forestretreats.co.uk

Tintern

Yoga and wellbeing retreats in the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. We offer day and weekend retreats at our base above Tintern scheduled throughout the year and we can also arrange bespoke retreats for your group based on your needs including coming to you. Yoga classes and wellbeing experiences and Shinrin Yoku (Forest Bathing) available also.

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Freedom Leisure Sedbury

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Beachley Road, Sedbury, Chepstow, Gwent, NP16 7AA

Telephone
01291 625347

sedbury@freedom-leisure.co.uk

Chepstow

Are you looking for some sporting activities in the Forest of Dean? Somewhere to work up a sweat or play racket sports with friends? Freedom Leisure Sedbury has facilities and activities to suit everyone including gym, tennis courts, 5 a side football and badminton!
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Guided E-Bike Tour of the Forest of Dean with Dean Forest Cycles

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Dean Forest Cycles, Whitecroft Road, Parkend, Gloucestershire, GL15 4HG

Telephone
01594 368009

contactus@deanforestcycles.co.uk

Parkend

Hear about the history of the forest and its development into the forest you see today, from our guide with over 40 years of experience in forestry. You don’t need to be a skilled rider, you just need to be able to cycle. Our pedal assisted e-bikes will allow you to explore the forest's hills and secluded sites with ease.
Price: £80 per person
Length of experience: 3 hours

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Lancaut and Wintour's Leap

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Woodcroft, Chepstow, Gloucestershire, NP16 7JB

Chepstow

Surrounded by cliffs, with views over the River Wye this is a truly magnificent spot. From Wintour's Leap take in a horseshoe bend of the Wye, walk down the cliffs to the historic village of Lancaut, through the Nature Reserve and back up the other side.
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Chocolate Truffle Making Workshop

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The Chocolate Bar, Taurus Crafts, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6BU

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07855 229334

thechocolatebar@live.co.uk

Lydney Park Estate, Lydney

Join this chocolate and cake company to make a truffle centre, pipe it and shape the truffles, as well as learning how to temper chocolate. You will then have the opportunity to take home what you make. Situated at Taurus Crafts near Lydney in the Forest of Dean.
Price: £25 per person
Length of experience: 2 hours

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May Hill

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May Hill Car Park 1, Cliffords Mesne, Gloucestershire, GL18 1JS

Cliffords Mesne

May Hill is one of the most familiar landmarks for many miles around, with its near circular mound and crowning clump of trees. It offers wonderful views and is an ideal spot to view the sunrise and sunset over the forest, hills and valleys all around.
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Young Family Cycling Adventure Experience - Full Day

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Wye-Bikes, Bells Hotel & Country Club, Lords Hill, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8BE

Telephone
07856 597044

info@wye-bikes.co.uk

Lords Hill, Coleford

We challenge you to not smile on an a E-Bike ride! Not only do you get to explore more of the beautiful Forest of Dean & Wye Valley, you don’t have to worry about climbing off your bike and pushing it uphill when the going gets tough.
Price: £80 per person
Length of experience: 6 hours.
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Forest Bathing Experience in the Forest of Dean

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Dean Heritage Centre, Camp Mill, Soudley, Gloucestershire, GL14 2UB

Telephone
07774 695589

carina@forestbathe.co.uk

Soudley

Guided Forest Bathing with Carina, a licensed, certified guide (ANFT), in a peaceful forest, with slow walking and sensory invitations. Shinrin-yoku (or forest bathing) means ‘bathing’ all the senses, whilst walking slowly in the forest. Invest in your own health and wellbeing, connect with nature by learning to practise Shinrin-yoku and experience the restorative power of the forest.
Price: £25 per person
Length of experience: 4 hours
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Gorge Scrambling Experience with Inspire2Adventure

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Clydach Gorge, Clydach, Monmouthshire, NP7 0LR

Telephone
01600 891515

info@inspire2adventure.com

Clydach

There's lots of fun to be had, climbing waterfalls and scrambling over rocks, as well as a few challenges along the way (depending on how brave you are!) - from balancing along ledges above the water to venturing through a tunnel with water rushing through. Conquer those fears and you'll feel a fantastic sense of achievement. Gorge Scrambling is suitable for all ages.
Price: £46 per adult & £37 per child
Length of experience: 2½ hours
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Dawn Chorus Bird Walk Experience with Ed Drewitt

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Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL16 7EL

Telephone
07772 342758

eddrewitt1@gmail.com

Forest of Dean

The dawn chorus is the most amazing sound of spring when all birds sing together. If you have never heard it before the sound will simply blow your mind!
Price: £125 for up to 4 people; £25 per person thereafter and up to 10 people
Length of experience: 2 hours
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Family Mountain Biking Experience with Dean Forest Cycles

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Dean Forest Cycles, Whitecroft Road, Parkend, Gloucestershire, GL15 4HG

Telephone
01594 368009

contactus@deanforestcycles.co.uk

Parkend

Enjoy a taste of mountain biking with our friendly experienced guides. These sessions are individually tailored to each family, to ensure all have a wonderful cycling experience to remember. No need to be an experienced rider or even own your own bike to take advantage and enjoy this taste of mountain biking!
Price: £160 per family of 4
Length of experience: 3 hours
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Afternoon Tea Experience at Harts Barn Cookery School

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Harts Barn Cookery School, Monmouth Road, Longhope, Gloucestershire, GL17 0QD

Telephone
01452 831719

info@hartsbarncookeryschool.co.uk

Longhope

Once you have made the elements of the Afternoon Tea and presented them on our vintage china, you will then sit down in our Apple Barn dining room and enjoy them with a tea of your choice. This is a cookery experience to enjoy, relax and eat cakes! Suitable for beginners, those wanting to increase their pastry skills or just wanting to have fun!
Price: £60 per person
Length of experience: 3 hours
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Chepstow Park Wood

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Devauden, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6HL

Chepstow

Chepstow Park is a large block of woodland with both mature broadleaf and conifer species as well as an excellent viewpoint south towards the Severn Bridges.
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Woorgreens Lake and Nature Reserve

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Woorgreens, Speech House Road, Gloucestershire, GL16 7EJ

A nature reserve and lake in the heart of the Forest of Dean which is home to a wide range of plants and animals, many miles of footpaths and open forest views. The heathlands nearby offer open grazing for cattle and ponies.

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