Glamping in Forest of Dean

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Outdoor lovers will get lost in the Forest of Dean and will love every minute of doing so. This 27,000 acre stretch of remarkable, historic land is packed with things to do and activities to enjoy, from days out walking and cycling to kayaking, museums, caving and even a steam railway.

Explore the Clearwell Caves

Have an underground adventure in the Clearwell Caves, located in Coleford, a natural cave system that has been mined for its ochre pigments and iron ore for over 4,500 years. These caves tell plenty of stories, showing a new side to the Forest of Dean that you won't get above the ground. Come see the natural wonder that has been featured in plenty of films and TV shows, from Doctor Who to The Chronicles of Narnia.

Visit the Dean Forest Railway

Enjoy an authentic steam train ride on the Dean Forest Railway, a four-and-a-half-mile line that provides stunning views of woodland and countryside. You'll get to experience the Dean Forest in all its glory from out of the train window, with its stops encompassing the likes of the Lydney Harbour and its views across the Severn, along with various scenic walking routes.

Admire the view from Symonds Yat Rock

If you're after the perfect photo to encapsulate the magic of your time in the Forest of Dean, there's no better spot than the internationally famous Symonds Yat Rock. This viewpoint provides the perfect place to admire your surroundings, with it also being notable as one of the best places in the UK to watch Peregrine Falcons, making it an ideal day out for bird watchers or those who simply love a good view.

Get some exercise

As you'd expect from its sprawling hills, rolling forest and glorious woodland stretching 27,000 acres, there are plenty of opportunities to get some exercise in the Forest of Dean. We're not talking about your boring everyday exercise, though; think cycling routes through the wilderness, watersports in the River Wye, or even just long walks with your loved ones through miles of greenery.

The Wye welcomes canoeing and kayaking, with its slow waters making it one of the most popular spots for beginners in the region. However, the more experienced will appreciate the rapids of Symonds Yat, a more exciting option for those who are accustomed to the water – and not falling in it! Symonds Yat Rock also features plenty of walking and cycling trails running to and from it, with the region well signposted to always keep you headed in the right direction. Or, if you're with the kids, why not make your way to Puzzlewood, a wonderful walking day out that's set in a maze of "otherworldly" woodland.

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Forest Garden Camp Spot Cardiff

14. Forest Garden Camp Spot Cardiff

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3 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales
Pitch your own tent in an idyllic permaculture forest garden 20 minutes from Cardiff city centre or book our rustic caravan lair. Each accommodates 2 people There is also a spot for a VW type campervan -max length 5metres. camp. Anything longer will not fit. Also a caravan sleeps 2 Campers can upgrade at extra cost to a pre-pitched tent on this site, complete with bedding. Range of facilities kitchen kit available in gazebo. In easy reach of lakes, forest, coast and Cardiff Bay. 10 minutes walk to Eastbrook train station and cycle routes. It's an urban oasis between the road and commuter rail line, it's screened from the road which is 40 metres away but expect traffic/train noise. Ideal for cycle tourers and walkers who enjoy the wild camp style but also want access to the city. Indoor shared bathroom with shower and phone charging. Wifi works near to the house. Wood-burning BBQ next to tent or use the wood-burning stove in our garden marquee. Take a look at this drone Vimeo of the property here; https://vimeo.com/user15829652 Your hosts Michele and Chris developed this unique 1-acre forest garden over the last 25 years creating a wildlife habitat and growing fresh food all year round. They have chickens ducks and a very friendly cat! So unfortunately we cannot accommodate dogs. We are new to HipCamp but have hosted over 700 visitors from around the world in our two caravans. We don't take tent bookings from October 20th. until April 20th. We have winter caravan accommodation. See additional services: Treat yourself to our fantastic full Welsh breakfast or, take a guided cycle tour led by a knowledgeable guide around easy car-free trails you would never find on the internet! Bike repair service on-site.
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Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
Baldwins Brook Glamping

19. Baldwins Brook Glamping

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6 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · England
Small dog-friendly site on the banks of the river Severn Adjacent to the Severn Way and half an hour’s walk from the canal Wildlife haven within walking distance of pubs and Frampton on Severn Craving a peaceful time filled with wildlife watching, long walks and relaxing by the water? On the banks of the River Severn, Baldwin’s Brook Glamping in Gloucestershire fits the bill. This small site is a wildlife haven adjacent to the Severn Way, a long-distance trail which traces the river downstream. Birdwatching prospects are excellent here, and there’s plenty of peace if you’d rather sit and relax by a firepit or check out the stunning views and sunsets. The site is part of a working family farm with lots of livestock. From the farm, it’s a 45-minute walk to Frampton on Severn, which is home to the longest village green in England and the lively Frampton Country Fair (think funfair… and 400 stalls full of good stuff). Baldwin’s Brook Glamping is also half an hour’s walk away from the Cotswold Canal Trust Visitor Centre by The Gloucester and Sharpness Canal if you’d like to grab a spot on a boat trip or sip a coffee by the canal. When you'd rather have a chilled beer, two pubs are within half a mile of the site (only 10 minutes’ walk away). Strike up a conversation with a local about the next Severn Bore, the huge tidal wave which races for 25 miles from Awre to Gloucester down the estuary just a handful of times per year.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
£30
 / night

Outdoor lovers will get lost in the Forest of Dean and will love every minute of doing so. This 27,000 acre stretch of remarkable, historic land is packed with things to do and activities to enjoy, from days out walking and cycling to kayaking, museums, caving and even a steam railway.

Explore the Clearwell Caves

Have an underground adventure in the Clearwell Caves, located in Coleford, a natural cave system that has been mined for its ochre pigments and iron ore for over 4,500 years. These caves tell plenty of stories, showing a new side to the Forest of Dean that you won't get above the ground. Come see the natural wonder that has been featured in plenty of films and TV shows, from Doctor Who to The Chronicles of Narnia.

Visit the Dean Forest Railway

Enjoy an authentic steam train ride on the Dean Forest Railway, a four-and-a-half-mile line that provides stunning views of woodland and countryside. You'll get to experience the Dean Forest in all its glory from out of the train window, with its stops encompassing the likes of the Lydney Harbour and its views across the Severn, along with various scenic walking routes.

Admire the view from Symonds Yat Rock

If you're after the perfect photo to encapsulate the magic of your time in the Forest of Dean, there's no better spot than the internationally famous Symonds Yat Rock. This viewpoint provides the perfect place to admire your surroundings, with it also being notable as one of the best places in the UK to watch Peregrine Falcons, making it an ideal day out for bird watchers or those who simply love a good view.

Get some exercise

As you'd expect from its sprawling hills, rolling forest and glorious woodland stretching 27,000 acres, there are plenty of opportunities to get some exercise in the Forest of Dean. We're not talking about your boring everyday exercise, though; think cycling routes through the wilderness, watersports in the River Wye, or even just long walks with your loved ones through miles of greenery.

The Wye welcomes canoeing and kayaking, with its slow waters making it one of the most popular spots for beginners in the region. However, the more experienced will appreciate the rapids of Symonds Yat, a more exciting option for those who are accustomed to the water – and not falling in it! Symonds Yat Rock also features plenty of walking and cycling trails running to and from it, with the region well signposted to always keep you headed in the right direction. Or, if you're with the kids, why not make your way to Puzzlewood, a wonderful walking day out that's set in a maze of "otherworldly" woodland.

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Forest Garden Camp Spot Cardiff

14. Forest Garden Camp Spot Cardiff

100%
(5)
3 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales
Pitch your own tent in an idyllic permaculture forest garden 20 minutes from Cardiff city centre or book our rustic caravan lair. Each accommodates 2 people There is also a spot for a VW type campervan -max length 5metres. camp. Anything longer will not fit. Also a caravan sleeps 2 Campers can upgrade at extra cost to a pre-pitched tent on this site, complete with bedding. Range of facilities kitchen kit available in gazebo. In easy reach of lakes, forest, coast and Cardiff Bay. 10 minutes walk to Eastbrook train station and cycle routes. It's an urban oasis between the road and commuter rail line, it's screened from the road which is 40 metres away but expect traffic/train noise. Ideal for cycle tourers and walkers who enjoy the wild camp style but also want access to the city. Indoor shared bathroom with shower and phone charging. Wifi works near to the house. Wood-burning BBQ next to tent or use the wood-burning stove in our garden marquee. Take a look at this drone Vimeo of the property here; https://vimeo.com/user15829652 Your hosts Michele and Chris developed this unique 1-acre forest garden over the last 25 years creating a wildlife habitat and growing fresh food all year round. They have chickens ducks and a very friendly cat! So unfortunately we cannot accommodate dogs. We are new to HipCamp but have hosted over 700 visitors from around the world in our two caravans. We don't take tent bookings from October 20th. until April 20th. We have winter caravan accommodation. See additional services: Treat yourself to our fantastic full Welsh breakfast or, take a guided cycle tour led by a knowledgeable guide around easy car-free trails you would never find on the internet! Bike repair service on-site.
Potable water
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
Baldwins Brook Glamping

19. Baldwins Brook Glamping

100%
(7)
6 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · England
Small dog-friendly site on the banks of the river Severn Adjacent to the Severn Way and half an hour’s walk from the canal Wildlife haven within walking distance of pubs and Frampton on Severn Craving a peaceful time filled with wildlife watching, long walks and relaxing by the water? On the banks of the River Severn, Baldwin’s Brook Glamping in Gloucestershire fits the bill. This small site is a wildlife haven adjacent to the Severn Way, a long-distance trail which traces the river downstream. Birdwatching prospects are excellent here, and there’s plenty of peace if you’d rather sit and relax by a firepit or check out the stunning views and sunsets. The site is part of a working family farm with lots of livestock. From the farm, it’s a 45-minute walk to Frampton on Severn, which is home to the longest village green in England and the lively Frampton Country Fair (think funfair… and 400 stalls full of good stuff). Baldwin’s Brook Glamping is also half an hour’s walk away from the Cotswold Canal Trust Visitor Centre by The Gloucester and Sharpness Canal if you’d like to grab a spot on a boat trip or sip a coffee by the canal. When you'd rather have a chilled beer, two pubs are within half a mile of the site (only 10 minutes’ walk away). Strike up a conversation with a local about the next Severn Bore, the huge tidal wave which races for 25 miles from Awre to Gloucester down the estuary just a handful of times per year.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
£30
 / night

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Situated between England and Wales, with the River of Wye separating the two regions, this stunning landscape has inspired authors like Tolkien and Rowling and artists like Joseph Farington. Perhaps it will be the spark for your own great novel or painting? Or just a place to kick back beneath the stars with a good campfire, a good book and a few added glamping comforts.

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