Coleford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Magical woodland near the Forest of Dean.
Magical woodland said to be the inspiration for Tolkien's Middle Earth... also used as a setting in recent films such as Harry Potter and Star Wars.
#lksawaydays 5b/2020/ After a stroll around the charming town of Ludlow our plan was to stretch our legs on one of the Symonds Yat Rock Trails. The drive back south took us about an hour and by now the weather had deteriorated but not enough to put us off. After a final sharp right turn we arrived at the large car park set in the woods, the viewpoint and trails are free but there is car park charge, we paid £4.80 for a 5 hour stay. As first time visitors to Symonds Yat we decided to head to the viewpoint first and then tackle one of the trails. Symonds Yat sits inside the Wye Valley in Herefordshire just a stones throw from the Gloucestershire border. Once you reach the viewpoint you will see a truly visual spectacle as the River Wye winds itself through the gorge. It’s definitely worth revisiting on a spring sunny day. Next up was to tackle one of the trails, we opted out of the 17km ramble as today was not that day but worthy of our time later in the year, we settled on the 2.8 mile trial. The other trails look fab and on one you have to use a hand ferry to cross the river! #lksawaydays gives Symonds Yat Rock a 👍 Not many pictures taken as the weather was generally bleak so we just enjoyed the walk.
#lksawaydays 5b/2020/ After a stroll around the charming town of Ludlow our plan was to stretch our legs on one of the Symonds Yat Rock Trails. The drive back south took us about an hour and by now the weather had deteriorated but not enough to put us off. After a final sharp right turn we arrived at the large car park set in the woods, the viewpoint and trails are free but there is car park charge, we paid £4.80 for a 5 hour stay. As first time visitors to Symonds Yat we decided to head to the viewpoint first and then tackle one of the trails. Symonds Yat sits inside the Wye Valley in Herefordshire just a stones throw from the Gloucestershire border. Once you reach the viewpoint you will see a truly visual spectacle as the River Wye winds itself through the gorge. It’s definitely worth revisiting on a spring sunny day. Next up was to tackle one of the trails, we opted out of the 17km ramble as today was not that day but worthy of our time later in the year, we settled on the 2.8 mile trial. The other trails look fab and on one you have to use a hand ferry to cross the river! #lksawaydays gives Symonds Yat Rock a 👍 Not many pictures taken as the weather was generally bleak so we just enjoyed the walk.
The lake - March 2012
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Where to stay in Coleford

Valley at Joyford. From the track mentioned in 1723742, a view down the valley containing Joyford Mill, and which continues

Berry Hill

If you're spending some time in Berry Hill, Wye Valley and Forest of Dean Adventure Ropes are top sights worth seeing.

Berry Hill
Bells Hotel and Country Club

Bells Hotel and Country Club

3 out of 5
Lords Hill Coleford England
The price is NZ$139 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
NZ$139
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Coleford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Popular attractions Hopewell Colliery and Forest Hills Golf Club are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (167 reviews)
Say they are pet friendly but that is just ticking boxes

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Bells Hotel and Country Club
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

1 out of 5
Staunton Rd Coleford Wales
The price is NZ$138 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
NZ$138
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf campsite in Coleford. Enjoy free parking and a coffee shop/cafe. Popular attractions Monmouth Leisure Centre and Shire Hall are located ...
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery
The Speech House Hotel

The Speech House Hotel

3 out of 5
Speech House Road Coleford England
The price is NZ$182 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$182
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Coleford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (272 reviews)
Property was very welcoming, clean and the staff were all very good!

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

The Speech House Hotel
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Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

1 out of 5
Staunton Rd Coleford Wales
Stay at this golf campsite in Coleford. Enjoy free parking and a coffee shop/cafe. Popular attractions Monmouth Leisure Centre and Shire Hall are located ...
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery
Buckstone Log Cabin with Private Grounds Nestled Into The Natural Woodland

Buckstone Log Cabin with Private Grounds Nestled Into The Natural Woodland

Staunton Coleford
Stay at this cabin in Coleford. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Monmouth Leisure Centre and Forest of Dean Adventure Ropes ...
10/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Great house. great spot. Great comms with owner.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Buckstone Log Cabin with Private Grounds Nestled Into The Natural Woodland
The Funky Pigsty-An adventure pet friendly paradise, Situated in the Wye Valley!

The Funky Pigsty-An adventure pet friendly paradise, Situated in the Wye Valley!

Coleford Glos
Stay at this golf apartment in Coleford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Forest of Dean Adventure Ropes and Forest Leisure Centre ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Hi PaulLoved it Really nice place clean and tidy quite Every you would need Good host Thanks Brilliant

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Funky Pigsty-An adventure pet friendly paradise, Situated in the Wye Valley!
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Popular places to visit

Amazing natural place to visit in the Forest of Dean. Several movies have been filmed here inc Harry Potter

Puzzlewood

Explore the great outdoors at Puzzlewood, a lovely green space in Newland. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Puzzlewood

Clearwell Caves

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Clearwell Caves during your travels in Clearwell. Discover the lively bars in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.

Clearwell Caves

Forest Hills Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Coleford at Forest Hills Golf Club. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Forest Hills Golf Club

Forest of Dean Adventure Ropes

You can take time to visit Forest of Dean Adventure Ropes during your travels to West Dean. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Forest of Dean Adventure Ropes

Sculpture Trail

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sculpture Trail during your trip to Coleford. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Sculpture Trail

All Saints Church

After visiting All Saints Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newland. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

All Saints Church

Activities

Distillery Tour

Distillery Tour

NZ$45
per adult
Distillery Tour
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Cities near Coleford

Monmouth Viaduct an old derelict railway viaduct bridge crossing the river Wye in Monmouthshire Wales.

Monmouth

Idyllic rural landscape, Cotswolds UK

Symonds Yat

Stowfield Cottages As seen from the footpath by Stowfield Farm.
Photo by Stuart Wilding (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Lydbrook

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