The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a fantastic place for families! There's lots to do for all ages, and there's plenty which can be done together; plenty to excite and thrill, plenty to entertain and enjoy, and most importantly for many families, plenty of opportunity to reconnect with each other, and to enjoy the calm that being in nature can bring.

Whilst a simple forest or riverside walk is the perfect start to any trip to the area, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is also home to many attractions and activities that can take getting back to nature to another level. From ancient castles to steam train rides, and canoeing to cave exploring, we have an abundance of excitement waiting for children of all ages, even those tweens and teens who are a little bit...Read More

Lose yourself in a different world at magical Puzzlewood, or find the surprise at the centre of Elton's Giant Maze. Get on the right track aboard a Perrygrove Railway train, or visit the Dean Forest Railway for a steam train ride through the Forest of Dean. Step back in time and learn about the history of the area at the Dean Heritage Centre. Get out on the water with canoeing, kayaking, or stand-up paddleboarding, or fly through the trees on a high ropes experience! Get up close with birds of prey, hire bikes and head out along our miles of off-road tracks, book an archery class, or try rock climbing. Looking for something more leisurely? Sit back and relax with a river cruise along the Wye; keep an eye out for jumping trout, kingfishers, otters, and swans as you sit back, relax, and let the towering, limestone gorge scenery drift by.

Here in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, there is so much for families to see and do that you just might want to stay a little longer to fit more in!

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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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Woodland Animal Mosaic Workshop

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The Inspiring Creativity Studio, The Old Saddlery, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6BU

Telephone
01594844221

info@rachelshilston.co.uk

Lydney Park Estate, Lydney

Bring a group together for a fun creative mosaic experience and create a striking woodland animal mosaic for your garden. Choose either a square design or get really creative and cut out your chosen animal shape.
Price: £45 per person
Length of experience: 4 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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Forage and Feast Cookery Experience

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

Telephone
01452 831719

info@hartsbarncookeryschool.co.uk

Longhope

During this class you will be taken on a forage, by Rob Gould, a Cotswold Forager. You will explore the hedgerows, woods and fields around Harts Barn Cookery School. What you will find depends on the seasons. Wild Garlic in spring, nuts, berries and mushrooms in autumn, but there is always something to make a feast from. You will then return to the cookery school to sort through your foragings and create a feast to dine on – a challenge based on what we find.
Price: £95 per person
Length of experience: 5 hours
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Family Fun Mountain Biking Experience with Wye MTB

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Wye MTB, Cannop Valley, Near Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7EH

Telephone
07887 998795

Info@ WyeMTB.co.uk

Near Coleford

This experience is a great way to explore the Forest of Dean for the adventurous family! A family mountain bike activity dedicated to your family needs. Choose what date you want, what you want to see and learn and we will do the rest! Come and explore the beautiful Forest of Dean by mountain bikes, learning some new skills on the way.
Price: £135 per family
Length of experience: 3 hours minimum
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Crafternoon Tea Experience

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Rachel Shilston - Inspiring Creativity, The Old Saddlery, Old Park, Lydney Park Estate, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6BU

Telephone
01594 844221

info@rachelshilston.co.uk

Lydney Park Estate, Lydney

Design and make a colourful and charming mini mosaic to hang in your home, whilst enjoying some tea and sweet treats. The perfect combination – plenty of craft and of course lashings of cake!
Price: £48 per person
Length of experience: 3 hours
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Nature in Art - Museum and Gallery

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Wallsworth Hall, Sandhurst Lane, Twigworth, Gloucestershire, GL2 9PA

Telephone
01452 731422

enquiries@natureinart.org.uk

Twigworth

Nature in art is unique - it is the world’s only museum dedicated to art inspired by nature. Displays embrace two and three-dimensional work in all mediums and styles, spanning 1500 years, 60 countries and over 600 artists.
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Clay Modelling Experience at Eastnor Pottery

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Eastnor Pottery & The Flying Potter, Home Farm, Eastnor, Herefordshire, HR8 1RD

Telephone
01531 633886

admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk

Eastnor

Super fun and themed hand modelling ‘makes’ for kids and grown-ups. Projects change every three months providing a unique and creative activity for families in the school holidays – including half-term. Price includes tuition, materials and firing.
Price: £40 per person
Length of experience: 1.5 hours
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Whitestone and Cleddon Falls

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Cleddon, Llandogo, Monmouthshire, NP16 6NF

Llandogo

A stunning section of the Wye Valley Walk high above the River Wye with some of the most impressive views along the Wye Valley. The thundering Cleddon Falls are the biggest in the area and the Duchess Ride Viewpoint is one of the best.
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The Kymin

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The Round House, The Kymin, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SF

Telephone
01600 719241

Monmouth

When Admiral Lord Nelson visited the site in 1802 he described it as one of the most beautiful places he had ever seen.
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Newent Lake Park

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Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1AN

Newent

Large picturesque lake surrounded by park not far from the centre of Newent town.
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Puzzlewood Experience with Afternoon Tea

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Perrygrove Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8QB

Telephone
01594 833187

helen@puzzlewood.net

Coleford

Explore the magical Puzzlewood in the Forest of Dean and finish off your adventure with a cream tea.
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Wildlife Safari with Ed Drewitt

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Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL16 7EL

Telephone
07772 342758

eddrewitt1@gmail.com

Forest of Dean

Exploring the stunning landscapes and amazing wildlife of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley can come no better than a trip out with local naturalist Ed Drewitt.
Price: £125 total for a group of up to 4 people; £25 per person thereafter (up to 8 people)
Length of experience: 2 hours
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Caving with Forest Adventure

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Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8EX

Telephone
01594 835116

info@forestadventure.co.uk

Coleford

You will marvel at the underground rock formations and become charged with pride as you beat the underground challenges, you will also discover the fascinating history of the area you are caving in. Your instructors are keen cavers, with a wealth of experience. A very rewarding experience with a fantastic sense of achievement, building up your skills during the day and beginners are very welcome on this underground trip of discovery.
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Length of experience: 3 to 5 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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The Eagle's Nest Viewpoint and Wyndcliffe

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Wyndcliffe Car Park, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6HD

Chepstow

Breathtaking views of the Wye Valley and River Severn from the Eagle's Nest at the top of a steep, wooded limestone cliff.
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Cycle with Your Pooch Experience 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

A full day of cycle hire with bike delivery and collection including a dog trailer so you and your pooch can enjoy a day of fun in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Price: £80 per person/minimum of 2 adults
Length of experience: 6 hours
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Stand-Up Paddleboarding Half Day with Inspire2Adventure

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River Wye, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SY

Telephone
01600 891515

info@inspire2adventure.com

Monmouth

Easy to learn, fun to do, Inspire2Adventure offers stand-up paddleboard experiences! Suitable for all ages and all abilities, you can explore the River Wye on a single paddleboard or/and try our mega-SUP, which can accommodate up to eight people - cue endless fun and games for families, groups, hens and stags trying to paddle together!
Price: £36 per person
Length of experience: 2 hours
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Wye Valley River Festival CIC

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Various Locations, Wye Valley

wyevalleyriverfest@gmail.com

Wye Valley

Spectacular Happenings in an Outstanding Landscape.
Join us for the next biennial Wye Valley River Festival, running from 3 - 12 May 2024. The festival will be appearing in woodlands, streets and village greens throughout the Valley - brimful of music, theatre, extraordinary creatures, fantastical mobile devices, trumpets, songs and laughter. Events are mostly free to attend, and everyone is welcome (including well-behaved dogs!). Audiences can expect a vibrant program of performances to entertain and amaze, experiences to…
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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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Children welcome - Not suitable for children under 8.
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