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January 27th 2023
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Keen Walkers
Finding the right gift for your loved one for Valentine’s Day can be difficult, especially if youâ…
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January 13th 2023
The Origins of Valentine’s Day
As you start planning a special Valentine’s meal for your other half, take a minute or two to pond…
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December 23rd 2022
Local history: Ruardean -The birthplace of Horlicks
It may be known as a pretty village in the Forest of Dean, sitting near Cinderford, but Ruardean als…
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December 9th 2022
New TV comedy ‘The Change’ is set in the Forest of Dean
The beautiful Forest of Dean is to provide the backdrop for a new Channel Four comedy. Filming has a…
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November 11th 2022
A brief history of Coleford, Forest of Dean
It was in the late 13th Century that the name Coleford first appeared. At the time, it’s believed …
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October 28th 2022
Celebrity-approved: The Forest of Dean
The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is a fabulous and beautiful location – perfect for a romantic ge…

Outdoor adventures await you in Gloucestershire!

October 14th 2022

Check out the weather right now in Cinderford, Forest of Dean, by watching the live camera! 

September 23rd 2022

Learn about the history of freemining in the Forest of Dean

September 9th 2022

Who Owns Clearwell Castle?

August 12th 2022

Guide to Parkruns in Gloucestershire

July 29th 2022

Celebrate the Summer with a private party at The Wyndham

July 22nd 2022
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December 13th 2019
Blockbuster movies filmed in the Forest of Dean – from Star Wars to Harry Potter
Thanks to its varied landscape, the Forest of Dean has become a popular filming location. The settin…
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January 31st 2020
Discover the Forest of Dean’s secret fairy forest
If you’ve ever been to the Forest of Dean, you’ll know it’s a truly magical place. Ancient tre…
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February 14th 2020
Getting married in Gloucestershire? Idyllic wedding venues in the Forest of Dean
The spectacular Forest of Dean is a popular location for idyllic country weddings. Offering stunning…
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July 10th 2020
Wonderful walks in Wye Valley
With its meandering rivers, ancient forests and rolling hills, the Wye Valley makes a fantastic dest…
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February 28th 2020
What happened when Ozzy Osbourne stayed at Clearwell Castle…
One of the biggest and most influential bands of all time, Back Sabbath aren’t generally associate…
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April 24th 2020
Forest of Dean hikes of 10 miles or more
See a little more of the Forest of Dean by tackling one of these longer hiking routes. Taking you th…

The quintessential charm of Clearwell village

December 27th 2019

Historic hikes and walks around the Forest of Dean

May 22nd 2020

Best bike routes around the Forest of Dean — for all levels

March 13th 2020

Forest of Dean hikes for beginners

April 10th 2020

Town and village walks around the Forest of Dean

May 8th 2020

Hidden gems – The most magical secret spots in the Wye Valley

October 9th 2020