Circus skills drop in workshop
Ever fancied learning some circus skills and tricks? Then join us and Artspace Cinderford for our circus skills workshop. This is a fun and informal drop in session where you can learn some basic circus skills and maybe even some tricks!
Saturday 3 May 10am - 12pm
On-site activities 2025
Arts and crafts
Meet the mini beasts
Arts and crafts
Our free arts and crafts session returns for 2025. Come along and take part in the half term fun with your mini camper as they let their creativity shine!
All sessions start at 10am and finish at 1pm.
Sunday 20 April
Saturday 19 July
Saturday 2 August
Saturday 9 August
Saturday 30 August
Saturday 6 September
These sessions are free to our mini
Our free arts and crafts session returns for 2025. Come along and take part in the half term fun with your mini camper as they let their creativity shine!
All sessions start at 10am and finish at 1pm.
Sunday 20 April
Saturday 19 July
Saturday 2 August
Saturday 9 August
Saturday 30 August
Saturday 6 September
These sessions are free to our mini campers staying on site.
Children will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Woodland walks
Meet the mini beasts
Arts and crafts
Join us and escape into the heart of nature on a woodland walk. Hosted by Ed Drewitt, he will show you the wonders of the forest in the Summer.
Saturday 21 June - 8pm
Sunday 29 June - 9am
Sunday 20 July - 9am
Sunday 10 August - 9am
Sunday 31 August - 9am
Pre booking with reception is advised, as places are limited, by either calling the site
Join us and escape into the heart of nature on a woodland walk. Hosted by Ed Drewitt, he will show you the wonders of the forest in the Summer.
Saturday 21 June - 8pm
Sunday 29 June - 9am
Sunday 20 July - 9am
Sunday 10 August - 9am
Sunday 31 August - 9am
Pre booking with reception is advised, as places are limited, by either calling the site on 01594 837 258, if you’re on site now, just pop into reception to secure your place. £5 per person.
Meet the mini beasts
Meet the mini beasts
Meet the mini beasts
Join us & engage in exciting nature-based science activities and encounter some extraordinary tiny creatures. Hosted by Wild Science.
All session start at 10:30am and finish at 12:30pm.
Saturday 26 July
Saturday 23 August
Book your place at Reception, when you arrive on site for just £5 per child.
Children will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Explore more
Bracelands is ideally located
Grab your walking boots and take a trek to admire the picturesque views of the River Wye and surrounding area from this internationally famous viewpoint at Symonds Yat Rock
All the family can enjoy a visit to the Sculpture Trail there are so many to enjoy you will have great fun finding them.
For the more energetic amongst you, the Go Ape tree top adventure is close by, test those balancing skills.
If you like your historic landmarks with beautiful views a visit to The Kymin charming 18th-century round house and naval temple with beautiful acres of pleasure grounds.
For the train enthusiasts take a look here where you can experience all sorts of trips out by rail Dean Forest Railway.
Close by are the Clearwell Caves to explore and also take a trip out to discover Puzzle Woods and magical place to spend a day.
This winter why not explore cycling
Get outdoors
Bracelands campsite is centrally located in beautiful forest surroundings with many walks and bike trails to enjoy right on our doorstep, for all abilities, we even have our own bikes for hire onsite, if you just want to do your own thing.
Or, why not try the Forest of Dean Cycle Centre who has something for cyclists of all ages and abilities. Try the Family Cycle Trail or test yourself on the single-track trails and demanding downhill runs. They also have several skills areas for different abilities, plus a pump track - to help you hone your skills.
Th Stick Man trail
This interactive family trail follows Stick Man on his journey as he tries to get back to the family tree. Enjoy the wonderful world of Stick Man as you complete lots of fun stick-based activities, discover tree-mendous facts and learn about forest wildlife.
Once you’ve helped Stick Man find his way back home, complete the rubbing in your adventure passport and take a picture with Stick Man in the family tree. You can pick up your trail pack at the welcome point, located at Beechenhurst.
Click the button below for more information.
Adaptive bikes for all
At Bracelands we believe everyone should benefit physically and mentally from enjoying the great outdoors. That's why we've partnered with "Goals Beyond Grass" (GBG) a Gloucestershire based charity that is passionate about helping disabled children and adults by engaging the whole community in accessible sport.
Available every other Tuesday 10.30 - 12.30pm - pre booking recommended
GBG bikes is a project which provides adapted bikes for all riders. Bikes for all types of disabilities are available to hire at the Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
Easy walks in the forest of Dean
Take a stroll
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. To find out more click the button below.
Forest bathing
Get prepared to engage your senses and embrace the natural world.
Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, involves immersing all of one's senses while meandering through the forest..
Contact Forest Bathe on 07774695589
Photography training school
One to One photography training on and around site.
So, why not join professional photographer David Broadbent in the beautiful Forest of Dean & Wye Valley and improve your technique. Sessions are charged per person (two or more may book) and must be prepaid.
Fun, jargon busting and on location, these courses aim to help you achieve specific goals and get you taking better pictures within a day. Cost £60/person for a 2-hour session with the emphasis on bespoke training at all levels. Dates – anytime.
Tel: 07771 664973 info@davidbroadbent.com
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Onsite catering
Pizza Stone Wales
Introducing The Pizza Stone, authentic wood fired pizza brought to you in our custom-built pizza van, blending traditional ingredients fired in a 600-degree wood fired stove. Great food, great service, great price.
Every Saturday from 7 April - 27 September
Fancy fish & chips ?
Our local Coleford chippy Al's Plaice offers dedicated delivery slots directly to our campsite.
Simply place your order online and your delicious supper will be delivered to you.
(the collection point is next to Reception)
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