A beautiful, unspoilt area that will capture your imagination
The Wye Valley
Somehow the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has managed to stay largely under the radar which makes it all the more special.
Come and discover it for yourself before this hidden gem is unearthed!
There is something for everyone here – castles, beautiful walking trails, cosy pubs, pretty market towns and one of a kind places that remind us of the area’s past.

For the more energetic, the local area offers cycle trails, rock climbing and bouldering, canoeing on the river Wye and wreck diving.



Places to visit
Eating out
- The Ostrich ancient inn in Newland
- The Wild Hare at the Royal George Hotel
- The Butchers Arms in Clearwell
Outdoor adventures
- Symonds Yat (for walking, canoeing and rock climbing/abseiling)
- Mountain biking in the Forest of Dean
- Puzzlewood
- Beechenhurst
- Go Ape
For more info on things to do and places to eat in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley visit visitdeanwye.co.uk