Lydbrook
Forest of Dean
Gloucestershire.
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Loocal Activities & Attractions
Award winning Abbey Mill is a well-
Forest Hills is a naturally undulating parkland course set in the beautiful Forest Of Dean, with panoramic views over the old market town of Coleford to the Welsh hills beyond.
Forest Hills is currently regarded as being one of the finest courses in the area, with such excellent drainage that the tees and greens can be used all year round. It has an open door to visitors and offers the opportunity for experienced players and beginners alike to challenge themselves on our well drained course.
Wye Pursuits (The Adventure Company)
Canoe Hire, Caving & Kayaking on the River Wye. Perhaps you are thinking of getting
away from the rat-
Monmouth Golf Club certainly has every justification for its claim to have one of the prettiest golf courses in Wales and is undoubtedly one that is renowned for the warm welcome offered to its’ guests. The course stands on high ground above the Town with superb views of the Welsh Hills, Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley. The undulating parkland course, superbly maintained throughout the year, is 5582 yards off the white tees ,5399 off yellow (Par 69, SSS 67) and 5061 yards off the Ladies’ red tees (Par 70 SSS70).
Dean Heritage Centre
The museum of the Forest of Dean traces the unique history of the area, it’s people and culture.
Golf Clubs
Forest Hills, Forest of Dean, Lydney, Ross on Wye, Monmouth & South Herefordshire.
Redhill Extreme Sports
Extreme sports centre
Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure
1.5 mile Narrow gauge railway and a mini-
Nature in Art
The world’s first museum dedicated to art inspired by nature.
Royal Forest of Dean Angling Club
The club has the fishing rights on seven ponds and lakes in the forest.
Lydney Park Model village
Model village displaying forest scenes and people.
Wenchford
A 3.7 mile walk which is steep in parts but provides good views of the surrounding countryside.
Lydney Harbour
Old harbour which has recently been restored
Canop Ponds
Forestry Commission site with large ponds and picnic areas.
Motiva
Ropes course and adventure centre.
Wilderness Discovery
Bushcraft experiences in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Lydney Park Spring Gardens
Spring gardens with rhododendrons and azaleas. Roman temple site and museum.
Forest of Dean Equestrian Centre
Equestrian centre.
Forest Treks
Beechenhust Lodge. Download an MP3 guide to the Forest of Dean.
Tarus Crafts
Original 17th century coach house and courtyard within Lydney Park estate housing a craft centre.
National Diving & Activity Centre
Diving centre
Severnwye Llama Trekking
Llama and camel trekking centre
Kingfisher cruises
River cruises from Symonds Yat east.
Forest Combat Paintballing
A fun yet challenging site with varying game zones.
Whitecliff Off Road Driving
Disused quarry -
Clearwell Caves
Ancient Iron Mine, Caves and iron mining museum.
Beechenhurst
Forestry commission site with Sculpture trail, play area, cafe and picnic site.
Go Ape!
A high wire forest adventure course of rope bridges, tarzen swings and zip slides.
Puzzle Wood
Pre Roman open cast iron ore mine. With beautiful walk through ancient woodland maze.
Hereford Cathedral and Mappa Mundi.
Cycling
Cycle hire at Pedalabikeaway Cycle Centre & Pedalaway Cycle Centre
Heritage sream railway running between Lydney Junction and Parkend. Passengers travel between Norchard, Lydney Junction and Parkend with the opportunity to alight at Lydney Town (for Bathurst Park for the children and the town shops) or St Mary's Halt (for the lake or Parish Church). At Norchard, there is a museum located through the souvenir shop. It contains many fascinating historic railway artifacts including some from the Forest of Dean and surrounding railways.
Elton Farm Leisure. Home of the maize mazes
Is an established centre for several leisure and business activites in the Forest of Dean. We are home to the famous Elton Farm Maize Mazes. These are huge mazes built with a different theme each summer. The Mazes are expertly designed and offer a great day out for the whole family. The Elton Farm Maize Mazes are open from mid July until September.
River Spice Restaurant. Superior Indian Cuisine. Authentic Indian dishes, possibly
the very best you’ll ever taste, are nearer than you may think. Our traditionally
trained staff use only the finest and freshest ingredients to carefully prepare and
cook every dish to order. Evenings Tuesday–Sunday 6.00pm–10.00pm. Lunch menu Friday,
Saturday and Sunday.
www.theforgehammer.co.uk
International Centre for Birds of Prey
The International Centre for Birds of Prey is the oldest bird of prey centre in the UK and one of the friendliest. The atmosphere here is great and visitors always say they feel like a part of the family, which is nice to hear. There are around 200 birds of prey living here, of which about 30 are flown in spectacular demonstrations every day.