Before you leave
Be sure to explore the wonderful area that make the Wye Valley the beautiful place it known for.
Home to some of the most breathtaking views and landscapes in Britain, The Wye Valley is a place you must add to your list of places to see.
From beautiful scenery, historic castles, idyllic small villages, and numerous places to choose from for a bite to eat, you won’t lack things to do.
The Wye Valley is well-known for their spectacular walking trails available right at your doorstep. Whether you’re wanting to take your dog on a new exciting route, or if you’re in the mood to gather a few friends and take up a challenge.. The Wye Valley won’t disappoint
Before you go
Be sure to explore the wonderful area that make the Wye Valley the beautiful place it known for.Home to some of the most breathtaking views and landscapes in Britain, The Wye Valley is a place you must add to your list of places to see. From beautiful scenery, historic castles, idyllic small villages, and numerous places to choose from for a bite to eat, you won't lack things to do. The Wye Valley is well-known for their spectacular walking trails available right at your doorstep. Whether you're wanting to take your dog on a new exciting route, or if you're in the mood to gather a few friends and take up a challenge.. The Wye Valley won't disappoint.
walking routes
This trail is hidden full of sculptures that are sure to capture your curiosity! The trail itself is situated in the heart of Englands ancient woodland, with a local cafè to quench your thirst afterwards.
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This viewpoint is the ideal place to watch birds of prey soar over the beautiful woodland we call our home.
With a picnic area nearby, this is a great spot to stop and take in the last of the beautiful scenery on your way back home.
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Whether you are wanting a gentle stroll around the tranquil lake, a tree-top adventure at Go Ape or just a bite to eat at the cafè, this place is perfect for all.
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An enchanted forest that puts you right inside of a fantasy movie.
The history and nature this forest entails, provides inspiration to storytellers and authors. Scenes in two popular movie blockbusters, Lord of the Rings and Star Wars have been filmed here.
See if you can recognise some of the scenes when you visit.
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walking routes
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
This trail is hidden full of sculptures that are sure to capture your curiosity! The trail itself is situated in the heart of Englands ancient woodland, with a local cafè to quench your thirst afterwards.
Puzzlewood
An enchanted forest that puts you right inside of a fantasy movie.
The history and nature this forest entails, provides inspiration to storytellers and authors. Scenes in two popular movie blockbusters, Lord of the Rings and Star Wars have been filmed here.
See if you can recognise some of the scenes when you visit
new Fancy View point
This viewpoint is the ideal place to watch birds of prey soar over the beautiful woodland we call our home.
With a picnic area nearby, this is a great spot to stop and take in the last of the beautiful scenery on your way back home.
Mallards Pike
Whether you are wanting a gentle stroll around the tranquil lake, a tree-top adventure at Go Ape or just a bite to eat at the cafè, this place is perfect for all.
Places to eat & Drink
Fountain Inn – Parkend
Traditional, homemade pub food, using locally sourced ingredients. Ideal base for exploring the surrounding countryside.
The Saracens Head – Symonds Yat
Perfect spot near the River Wye for a refreshing drink and a bite to eat, with a spectacular view.
Speech House – Coleford
Popular wedding venue due to the picturesque surroundings.
Serving afternoon tea, Sunday lunch, fine dining and casual dining, this is the perfect spot for all.
Miners Arms – Whitecroft
With an outdoor play area for the children, this local pub is perfect for families.
Una Vita – Chepstow
If you are fancying something a bit more than pub food, this italian restaurant will not disappoint.
With an enclosed outdoor area, it is a great place to go all year round where you can enjoy handcrafted cocktails and mouth-watering italian cuisine.
Hips Social – Lydney Town & Lydney Harbour
Wanting a bit of brunch before heading back home? or a nice cup of coffee to wake you up before you venture out with us?
Whether you’re having a stroll along the harbour, or pottering about in the small town of Lydney, Hips Social is a great pitstop to refuel and warm up.
Places to See
Dean Heritage Centre – Soudley, Forest of Dean
A fun family day out, where there is something for everybody.
The centre boasts a wide range of attractions and activities against a beautiful backdrop, as well as a little café if you wanted to spend the day there.
Dean Forest Cycles – Parkend
From mountain bikes, electric mountain bikes to road and kid bikes, this place has got it all. ‘Wye’ not hire a bike and go on your own adventure, with a network of roads and trails to take you anywhere you desire and local pubs to stop at on the way back, you will have created a very special core memory for yourself and the people you are with.
Perrygrove Railway – Coleford
A railway adventure awaits!
With treetop fun, train rides, and so much more, its packed full of fun for all the family. just 15 minutes from Monmouth and Lydney, Perrygrove Railway is right at your doorstep.
Clearwell Caves – Coleford
An impressive caving system, containing over 4,500+ years of mining history. This is a fun day out for everyone.
Butterfly Zoo – Wye Valley
Are you a butterfly enthusiast?
Whether you are or not, this beautiful butterfly conservation is a great day out, giving you the chance to learn about the fascinating lives the butterflies lead, whilst seeing their beauty up close. Be sure to bring your camera, for the perfect photograph opportunity!
Stay the night.. or two or three
Old Forge Cottage
Country Cottages
This fully renovated, quaint four-bedroom town house offers the perfect getaway inside the heart of the Wye Valley.
Sleeping up to 8 guests, this cottage gives you the perfect place to unwind with your family/friends before joining me on your chosen adventure the next day.
Working up an appetite after your outdoor activity, you can head back to Old Forge Cottage and de-brief with a bite to eat at the local pub, unwind with an afternoon cup of tea, and walk along the riverside.
Once an old store barn, now a converted, 1 bedroom vintage style holiday cottage, situated in the peaceful village of Blakeney. The tranquil stream that runs through the small, quaint town, beautiful walks that see over the wonders of the Forest of Dean… it will be sure to take your breath away.
David and Angie have another beautiful country cottage called the Christmas Cottage, which sleeps up to 4 people. The ideal place to stay with your friends or family, where you want to take in the wonderful Forest of Dean and detox from the city life.
Humbug Barn
An exquisite, converted barn that sleeps up to 6 people makes this place a perfect retreat for your friends, whether it’s for a relaxing weekend away, or for a place to re-charge before your big adventure day out with us, this barn suits both.
With the Forest of Dean at your doorstep, you are home to the most beautiful walks scattered across the area, with views that should not be missed!
This fully renovated, quaint four-bedroom town house offers the perfect getaway inside the heart of the Wye Valley.
Sleeping up to 8 guests, this cottage gives you the perfect place to unwind with your family/friends before joining me on your chosen adventure the next day.
Working up an appetite after your outdoor activity, you can head back to Old Forge Cottage and de-brief with a bite to eat at the local pub, unwind with an afternoon cup of tea, and walk along the riverside.
Once old store barns, now converted, beautiful vintage style holiday cottages, situated in the peaceful village of Blakeney. The tranquil stream that runs through the small, quaint town, beautiful walks that see over the wonders of the Forest of Dean… it will be sure to take your breath away.
The country cottages are super cosy, with an outdoor area to enjoy the early morning crisp with a cup of your favourite hot drink.
Olive Barn sleeps two people, which is perfect for a romantic getaway.
Christmas Cottage sleeps up to 4 people. The ideal place to stay with your friends or family, before you head out on outdoor adventure!
An exquisite, converted barn that sleeps up to 6 people makes this place a perfect retreat for your friends, whether it’s for a relaxing weekend away, or for a place to re-charge before your big adventure day out with us, this barn suits both.
With the Forest of Dean at your doorstep, you are home to the most beautiful walks scattered across the area, with views that should not be missed!
