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Magical woodland near the Forest of Dean.
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.

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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.

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Bells Hotel and Country Club

Bells Hotel and Country Club

3 out of 5
Lords Hill Coleford England
The price is CA $93 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
CA $93
CA $112 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Coleford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Popular attractions Hopewell Colliery and Forest Hills Golf Club ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (161 reviews)
Staff very helpful especially with quick response to request for VAT invoice. Room comfortable and quiet

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Bells Hotel and Country Club
The Speech House Hotel

The Speech House Hotel

3 out of 5
Speech House Road Coleford England
The price is CA $129 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
CA $129
CA $155 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Coleford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (269 reviews)
Excellent staff, without exception they were polite, professional and smiled! This is an old building so the room (14) had lovely old beams and views across the forest. Plenty of parking, easy check-in with welcoming receptionist

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

The Speech House Hotel
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

1 out of 5
Staunton Rd Coleford Wales
The price is CA $91 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
CA $91
CA $110 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf campground in Coleford. Enjoy free parking and a coffee shop/cafe. Popular attractions Shire Hall and Nelson Museum & Local History ...
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

1 out of 5
Staunton Rd Coleford Wales
Book a stay at this golf campground in Coleford. Enjoy free parking and a coffee shop/cafe. Popular attractions Shire Hall and Nelson Museum & Local History ...
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 Forest of Dean Adventure Ropes and Shire Hall are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Property is lovely. Made wonderful memories with my family last weekend , one's we will never forget. Can't wait to go back next year. Catherine ( the owner ) lovely to talk to and very accommodating.

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

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
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Coleford. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Forest of Dean Adventure Ropes and Forest Hills Golf ...
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 Feb 1, 2026

The Funky Pigsty-An adventure pet friendly paradise, Situated in the Wye Valley!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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