You don't need to spend money to have fun! Find one of the many viewpoints overlooking the Wye to take the best pictures. Take your tea to a picnic site in the heart of the Forest. Learn about our history and heritage or simply walk and enjoy nature.
Internationally renowned viewpoint with fantastic views over the Wye Valley
Picnic Sites and Viewpoints in or near Coleford
Beautiful lake in the Forest of Dean, popular for walking, with lots of picnic benches, nearby cycle paths and a cafe and toilets on site
Picnic Sites and Viewpoints in or near Parkend
Beechenhurst lies in the heart of the forest, and is a great place to start your adventure. Discover the Sculpture Trail, play area, cafe, shop and climbing tower.
Picnic Sites and Viewpoints in or near Coleford
RSPB reserve managed in partnership with the Forestry Commission
Natural World in or near Parkend
An arboretum full of unusual and interesting trees in the heart of the Forest of Dean
Natural World in or near Cinderford
Formerly the site of the New Fancy coal mine, the old spoil heap now provides spectacular views across the Forest
Picnic Sites and Viewpoints in or near Cinderford
Woodland walks, picnic and permanent BBQ facilities are available and free to use
Picnic Sites and Viewpoints in or near Cinderford
Picturesque ponds, home to lots of wildlife. Great picnic area and central for walks and cycle paths.
Picnic Sites and Viewpoints in or near Coleford
A circular tour of the central forest area visiting the principle points of interest
Picnic Sites and Viewpoints in or near Cinderford
13th century. The churchyard contains a 1000 year old yew tree and under the tree, beside the church, there are graves of fishermen who drowned in the River Severn in the days of river trows.
History and Heritage in or near Lydney
A haven for wildlife and the surrounding paths are suitable for the less able and wheelchair users
Natural World in or near Cinderford
Spectacular views over Tintern Abbey and the River Wye
Picnic Sites and Viewpoints in or near Tintern
