1 Cannop Ponds This idyllic spot in the Forest of Dean is made for picnics surrounded by wildlife. Keep an eye out for the mandarin ducks, reed warblers and you may be lucky enough to spot some mute swans. Originally created to supply an ironworks waterwheel, there are two reservoirs at Cannop Ponds. Follow a […]
Category Archives: Forest of Dean
Wildlife Safari through the Forest of Dean
At the intersection of England and Wales, The Forest of Dean covers around 26,000 acres of land between the Rivers Severn and Wye. Known for its timeless beauty and untamed nature, the forest is home to a huge diversity of wildlife, with everything from free roaming sheep to wild boar inhabiting its weaving paths and […]
Historical Sites and Ruins in the Forest of Dean, Wye Valley and Beyond
The Forest of Dean hides a gold mine of historic treasures amongst its unparalleled landscapes. With an active history and being home to more castles per square mile than anywhere else in the UK you are presented with a rich vein of heritage. Once a Royal Hunting Forest reserved for use by the Tudor kings […]
Spirited Experiences
What’s tonic, coke, ginger beer and cranberry juice without your favourite spirit mixed in? Discover the flavours of the Cotswolds, Forest of Dean, Herefordshire and beyond at one of the local distilleries. You’ll find gins infused with hedgerow berries, vodkas you could never imagine and spicy rums. All of the distilleries included are open for […]
Crafty Escapes in the Cotswolds, Herefordshire and Forest of Dean
Getting away from your everyday life and immersing yourself in a new experience at a craft workshop is a fantastic way to relax. Being creative is also known to boost your well-being and can have a great impact on your mental health. Not only do you have the chance to get hands on, flexing your […]
72 Hours in the Forest of Dean
A land of legend and adventure. The Forest of Dean is an exciting playground for those who love to get outdoors. From underground to high up a mountain, on land or on water, who knows where your days will take you. Staying here you feel as if you have entered another world, and you will […]