The local Area
Nearby are such attractions as the River Wye (approx.
2 miles), All Saints Church known as “The Cathedral
of the Forest” (approx. 200 yards). The Forest of
Dean is well known for its cycle tracks, ponds, caves
and long walks in some of the most picturesque scenery
in the country.
There is so much to do in the Forest of Dean, we could
not possibly list it all here, but below are a selection
of near by attractions.
Clearwell Castle
Built just after the Crusades and remodelled in 1727,
this magnificent Castle is the jewel in the crown
of Britain's premier wedding venues.
Offering exclusive use for your civil marriage and
wedding reception, Clearwell Castle has an aura of
grandness and serenity seldom found elsewhere.
Clearwell Caves
Clearwell Caves are now a working mining museum where
visitors can see impressive caverns with geological
and mining displays.
As well as entering an extensive natural cave system,
when you visit Clearwell Caves you are experiencing
some of Britain's oldest underground mine workings,
dating back well over 4500 years.
You walk through impressive caverns created by many
generations of Forest people who made their living
by mining iron ore and ochre.
Clearwell
Caves Website
Forest of Dean Railway
From the platforms, trains and other public areas
you will see plenty of rolling stock and some locomotives.
Some are currently being restored whilst others are
still awaiting their turn as time and resources permit.
Forest
of Dean Railway Website
Dean Heritage Centre
The place to visit for an historical, cultural, artistic
and inspiring introduction to the magnificent Forest
of Dean.
Dean
Heritage Centre Website
For more information about things to do in the forest
of Dean, please visit the VisitForestOfDean
website.