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Find a forest
Know before you go
Things to do
Activities & wellbeing
Walking
Running
Cycling & mountain biking
Horse riding
Visit with your dog
Go Ape
Segway
Family fun
Forest Walkies
Gruffalo
Easy access trails
Adventure activities
Forest activity sheets
Play areas
Picnics and barbecues
Events, music & arts
Live music
Art in the forest
Seasonal events
Stay in our forests
Forest Holidays
Forestry England Camping
Visit with a class
Plan a school trip
Download resources
Forestry and wildlife
Managing forests
The forest lifecycle
Climate and the future
Growing new woodlands
Certification
See all managing forests
Trees
Tree species
Tree markings
Tree pests and diseases
Timber sales
See all trees
Habitats
Ancient woodlands
Wilder forests
National Nature Reserves
Open habitats
See all habitats
Wildlife
Protecting wildlife
Wildlife reintroductions
Beavers
White-tailed eagles
See all wildlife
Growing new woodlands
Support us
Donate
Donate online
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Become a member
National membership
Local forest membership
Manage your membership
Corporate partnerships
Membership
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Local forest membership
Manage your membership
About us
What we do
Who we are
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For careers
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Activities at The Forest of Dean
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Forest fire risk - please do not light a BBQ, campfire or stove in the forest.
Sites will be closed on 15th September 2025 due to high winds.
Activities at The Forest of Dean
All-terrain mobility scooters in the Forest of Dean
MTB - Route
Horse riding in the Forest of Dean
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Mountain biking trails at Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
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Walking in the Forest of Dean
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Fishing in the Forest of Dean
Forest bathing in the Forest of Dean
Forest Holidays at the Forest of Dean
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Forestry England Camping at Bracelands
Gravel Riding in the Forest of Dean
Hidden Heritage Apps
parkrun at The Forest of Dean
MTB - Route
Wildlife Safari
Happy times and waggy tails
For a safe and enjoyable visit for everyone, read our guidance on dogs in the forest.
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Our Shared Forest
Our Shared Forest is a project to reshape and redirect our land management for the public forest estate here in the Dean.
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Sculpture Trail at Beechenhurst
The famous Sculpture Trail features pieces by famous artists set in beautiful woodland surroundings in the Forest of Dean.
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