Coleford

Travel Guide

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.

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 RM265 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
RM265
RM318 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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! (161 reviews)
Staff very helpful especially with quick response to request for VAT invoice. Room comfortable and quiet

Reviewed on 13 Feb 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 RM385 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
RM385
RM463 total
8 Mar - 9 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! (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 30 Jan 2026

The Speech House Hotel
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery

1 out of 5
Staunton Rd Coleford Wales
The price is RM263 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
RM263
RM315 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf campsite in Coleford. Enjoy free parking and a coffee shop/cafe. Popular attractions Shire Hall and Nelson Museum & Local History Centre are ...
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery
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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 Shire Hall and Nelson Museum & Local History Centre are ...
Broadstone Park Camping & Fishery
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...
Quay Apartments Clarence House
The Coach House and The Stable

The Coach House and The Stable

3.5 out of 5
Grigshot Stroud England
Stay at this apartment in Stroud. Enjoy free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery and Stroud Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
Check-in was early, which I appreciated. However, the room fell well below expectations: it had no window, a damp smell, no hot water, and felt very run-down. It also didn’t feel clean, and there were no hooks in the bathroom for towels. Overall, I would not recommend the Stables.

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

The Coach House and The Stable
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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

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

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

Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure

Enjoy an outing to Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure during your stay in Coleford. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure

Things to do

One Amphitheatre, Tintern Abbey And Three Castles From Cardiff

From Cardiff: 3 Amazing Castles, Tintern Abbey & Roman Caerleon

RM1,424
per adult
From Cardiff: 3 Amazing Castles, Tintern Abbey & Roman Caerleon
Distillery Tour

Distillery Tour

RM107
per adult
Distillery Tour
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Reviews of Coleford

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Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 22%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 61%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 17%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice little village right in the heart of the forest. Plenty of places to eat and convienance stores

3/5 - Okay

BarryO'Connell

Nice town nice shops

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

One small supermarket but this was fine with good selection of things. Lots of pubs. A few places to eat. Very Central for the forest If dean.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place with wonderful hosts

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice place

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely little town, peaceful and parking was super cheap.