Visitor information
Opening hours
Open every day except Christmas Day. The site opens at 8am every day and the closing times are as follows:
November to February - 5:00pm
March - 6:30pm
April - 8:00pm
May to August - 9:00pm
September - 7:30pm
October - 6:30pm
We are open every Thursday until 9pm for late night Thursdays with Pedalabikeaway.
Opening times vary for the cafe, bike hire and shop differ. Check here for information.
If you're looking for a quieter visit, consider weekdays (outside of school holidays), or later in the afternoon/evening.
How to find us
Sat Nav Postcode:
GL16 7EHBy Car
Take the B4226 Coleford-Cinderford road and at the crossroads with the B4234 turn north and follow the signs to the Cycle Centre.
By Public Transport
From Coleford - number 30 bus (then 14 minute walk)
From Lydney - number 23 bus, change at Coleford to number 30 bus
From Cinderford - number 30 bus
OS Grid Ref
51.8094715, -2.5693405
Parking and prices
Pay for your parking with cash, debit/credit card or use the RingGo app. We recommend downloading the app to your phone before you visit.
You can also use RingGo by pre-booking online or calling 0203 046 0063 with location code 31013 (for cars) or 31014 (minibus).
There is a small convenience charge for using this service. See RingGo online for full terms and conditions and VAT receipts.
Forest of Dean members park for free. Buy your Membership now for £42 and simply display your pass in your vehicle without queuing for a ticket. Parking charges and memberships help us to look after the Forest of Dean for everyone.
Parking Charges
| Up to 2 hours | £4.00 |
|---|---|
| Up to 4 hours | £6.00 |
| All day | £8.00 |
| Minibuses (not suitable for coaches) | |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 hours | £10.00 |
| Up to 4 hours | £12.00 |
| All day | £14.00 |
Additional information
Facilities and access
When visiting Forest of Dean Cycle Centre please make sure you only ride on our waymarked cycle trails or on hard-stone forest roads. Please come fully prepared and be self-sufficient for your visit:
- Make sure your bike is in full working order
- Make sure you have a backpack which contains: First aid kit, water, snacks, spare inner tube, pump, small repair kit, map, fully charged mobile phone.
- First Aid will not be available on site. Make sure you ride within your limits and WEAR YOUR HELMET.
- Know your location at all times and have a mobile phone to raise help. If you do have an accident make your way back to your vehicle if you are able to. Only call 999 if it is essential.
- Please respect other visitors - the forest is a popular place and you will probably come across walkers, runners or horse riders during your visit. Please be polite and be kind to each other.
Opening times for the cafe, bike hire and shop vary throughout the year, these are operated by Pedalabikeaway.
For more information on planning your visit, take a look at our accessibility guide:
- Accessible toilet
- Assistant dogs welcome
- Baby changing facilities
- Bike wash
- Cafe
- Cycle hire
- Dogs allowed
- Picnic area
- Ranger's Office
- Shop
- Shower
- Toilets
Contact details
Things to do
Activities at Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
