Stay & play in the Forest of Dean

Collect your answer sheet from reception and set off on an Easter adventure through the site. Keep your eyes peeled for the decorated wooden eggs hidden along the way.

As you discover each one, note down the letter it carries and see if you can piece them together to uncover the secret word. Once you’ve solved the puzzle, return to reception to claim your well-earned sweet treat.

27 March - 16 April

Designed for children of all ages and their families, the activity bag is packed with activity cards and brightly colored information sheets to that spark curiosity, highlighting the creatures to be found in England’s forests with bug pots, binoculars are more to explore. 

Available to hire from Bracelands campsite reception for just £5 per day.

A fun, curiosity-sparking trail for ages 6–12 and families, exploring England’s forests and how they compare to the Amazon rainforest.

Located on the Bracelands Cycle Trail loop, this 2.8 km (1.75 mile) circular route follows a mostly level, gently sloping track through mixed woodland above the Wye Valley.

No bike? No problem! Pedal A Bike Away is located by the Forest of Dean Cycle centre and have an extensive range of bikes for hire including e-bikes, leisure bikes, tandems, gravel bikes & mountain bikes for every ability & trail. 

They also offer children’s bikes & accessories (including kids seats, tagalongs, trailers) to ensure the whole family can enjoy the forest together.

Fun activities for ages 4–11 to explore local forests and learn about sustainable management for people, wildlife, and timber.

Use them in any Forestry England woodland, but for those participating in Children's University, complete the full sheet to earn two learning hours in your passport.

This all-ability route is suitable for off-road scooters, most wheelchairs, and pushchairs. Follow the winding path through mixed woodland to the Glade picnic area, with benches and information panels along the way. Off-road scooters are also available to hire. 

Founded in 1986, the sculpture trail is a Forestry England and Forest of Dean Sculpture Trust partnership. The artworks, made from local wood, stone, and iron, are inspired by the forest’s wildlife, trees, and industrial past, and are set among majestic oaks and towering Scots pines. 

Enjoy 10% off Go Ape when you stay at Bracelands Campsite. Explore high ropes at Beechenhurst and Mallards Pike, with your discount code provided after booking your stay.

Available Sunday to Friday (excluding Saturdays and Bank Holidays). Advance booking recommended. 

This  guide to 12 easy walks in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley gives you a gentle introduction to the region and some simple routes to get you started exploring. These 12 walks are all circular and are mainly on clearly defined, wellworn paths, tracks and lanes which should be easy to locate.  

Court Farm Lakes offers open water swimming, cold water immersion, BYO paddleboarding, and regular lakeside yoga and fitness sessions.

The on-site cafe is open during swim times, and monthly events — including full moon swims and charity fundraisers — provide a relaxed way to connect with nature and others.