Forest of Dean attractions and activities
Both the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley are an Area of Outstanding Natural
Beauty
Thay have an extraordinary range of activities
available in the Forest of Dean. From archery, abseiling, walking and
quad biking to cycling, mountain biking, canoeing and climbing.
And there are many wonderful attractions to
visit such as the National Birds of Prey Centre, the Three
Choirs Vineyard in Newent and the ancient iron ore mines
at Clearwell Caves, or try the Hopewell Colliery Museum
where you can walk through a true Forest of Dean Freemine.
The Sculpture Trail, situated in the heart of the Forest of Dean is truly a
magical and imaginative walk, where around every bend on the path you
will find stunning sculpture placed among the backdrop of greens and
gold, russets and red. Or take a walk through the Puzzle Wood, an area
unaltered since it was transformed into woodland walks in the 1800's.
And the forest cant be beaten for romantic and dramatic scenery with
it's castles and gardens and magnificent views from the top of the gorge
at Symonds Yat overlooking the Wye Valley.
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