England The Forest of Dean

WEEKEND BREAKS IN

The Forest of Dean

An ancient sea of 20 million trees, with free-roaming boar, crumbling abbeys, a proud mining past and miles of cycle trails. Welcome to The Royal Forest of Dean, friends - where the weekends come with extraordinary natural wonder.

WHY HOLIDAY IN THE FOREST OF DEAN?

It's your very own Middle Earth

England’s largest oak woodland is sandwiched between the mighty Severn and the Wye River, where England meets Wales. It was once the hunting playground of Norman Kings and feels very much like it hasn’t changed much since then.

With its wild pigs, birds of prey, and tribal-spirited locals, the Royal Forest of Dean is a trailblazer by not succumbing to modern trends or fads. Instead, this enduring, moss-covered region offers simple pleasures to those who want to fill their lungs with forest air and rewild their 21st-century hearts.

A holiday in the Forest of Dean promises wild rivers, muddy trails, iconic ruins, vast woodlands, working collieries, and proud towns to explore. Roll up your sleeves, let’s get stuck in.

Where is the Forest of Dean?

UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY IN THE FOREST OF DEAN

Totally Treemendous

From £172pn
Truly Sustainable Stay

The Roost: Two Gorgeous, Dog-Friendly Forest of Dean Cabins

2 dog-friendly, luxury Forest of Dean Cabins set in private meadows alongside the woods. Multi award-winning, Japanese soak tub. From £172pn.

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From £129pn
Perfect for 2

Tudor Farmhouse Hotel: An unpretentious retreat in the Forest of Dean

Tudor Farmhouse Hotel sits in the timid village of Clearwell and is a quiet, unpretentious rural boutique hotel for a special weekend break in the Forest of Dean.

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From £200pn
Unique Forest Location

Forest-side holiday cottage in the beautiful Wye Valley: Rowan Tree Retreat

Lovely holiday cottage in the Wye Valley. Backs onto the magnificent Forest of Dean! Dog friendly, large garden, cedar hot tub. Sleeps 4

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From £135pn
GREAT FOR GIRLS' WEEKENDS

Mrs Mills Yurts: Jazz Age Yurts for Glamorous Forest of Dean Glamping

A roaring good time awaits at Mrs Mills Yurts. 4 fabulous Jazz Age yurts sleeping up to 4. Stunning peaceful setting on May Hill. Dog friendly. From £135pn.

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