Forest of Dean Camping
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- Dog-friendly site with access to Forest of Dean walks and cycle paths
- A 20-minute drive from the Wye Valley National Landscape
- Firepits for hire; small shop selling the basics, logs and kindling
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Units longer than 9 metres are not allowed.
- Units heavier than 7500 kg are not allowed.
- Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Please note that the toilets and showers will be closed from 11th November 2024 - 21st March 2025.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 28 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric optional grass pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11.0m width x 15.0m depth (36.1ft width x 49.2ft depth) Calculated area: 165.0m² (1776.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookElectric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Min 11.0m width x 15.0m depth (36.1ft width x 49.2ft depth) Calculated area: 165.0m² (1776.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookNon-electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11.0m width x 15.0m depth (36.1ft width x 49.2ft depth) Calculated area: 165.0m² (1776.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 89% of visitors View breakdown
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Excellent site with lovely clean facilities and great location.
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Electric optional grass pitch
Liked: Lots of space immaculate facilities and flat and spacious pitches with electric.
Peaceful and easy access to the forest and local villages .
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Excellent site level pitches great facilities Excellent staff.
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Liked: Everything. Great location for the Forest of Dean. Great facilities. Pub up the road. Level pitches. Great staff.
Disliked: Nothing
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We will be coming again for sure
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Non-electric grass pitch
Liked: Clean and warm facilities. Loads of space for the pitch and for little ones to run around and mingle. Quiet, rural and safe. Amazing area with nice views. Perfect location for FoD activities.
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Excellent site
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Liked: Clean and well maintained site which felt safe for our little one
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Excellent site with a friendly welcome
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Liked: Our second visit to this site, and again not disappointed with the high standard of facilities, and cleanliness. A great base to explore the Forest and surrounding areas, with footpaths within easy distance to the site.
Disliked: Nothing
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Fab site hope to come back
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Liked: View, space, clean warm showers, bike room location
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A small yet spacious site. Clean and friendly.
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Liked: Clean and tidy everything!!
Fabulous site!
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Stunning views
Spotless toilets
Hot and clean showers
Spacious pitches
Hard standing
Small shop on site
Friendly owners
Lots of space for the kids to cycle and play
Quiet (down the end of a lane)
We would definitely go back again!
Disliked: Lights timed out too fast to shower a small child and yourself 🙈 but this is literally all I can fault!
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Great place to stay. We’ll be coming back
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Electric optional grass pitch
Liked: View. Cleanliness. Friendly, welcoming staff.
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Had a lovely stay in lovely surroundings, will def be going back
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Liked: Very small and quiet. imaclate facilities. Jess was very friendly.
Disliked: No WIFI
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Great site with very clean facilities, professional and friendly staff
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Non-electric grass pitch
Liked: Staff were super friendly, facilities were clean and location was great for the Forest of Dean
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Step-free or level accessNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
Forest of Dean Camping
Yorkley Wood Road
Lydney
Gloucestershire
England
GL15 4TY
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.75316°N
-2.53386°W
Nearest transport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Clevedon Beach | 26 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Berkeley Castle 5.5 mi
WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre 5.6 mi
Caldicot Castle & Country Park 8.8 mi
Goodrich Castle 8.9 mi
Chepstow Castle 9.7 mi
National Trust
Westbury Court Garden 7.1 mi
The Kymin 7.7 mi
Woodchester Park 11.3 mi
Newark Park 12.4 mi
Skenfrith Castle 14.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Parkend - Oakenhill Wood - Moseley Green - Church Hill - Parkend 1.6 mi
Parkend - Cannop Ponds - Nag's Head RSPB Reserve - Parkend 1.6 mi
Blakeney - Oldcroft - Allaston - Oakenhill Wood - Blakeneyhill Woods 1.6 mi
Lydney - Harbour Road - Naas Lane - Lydney 1.8 mi
Wenchford Picnic Site - Viney Hill - Wenchford Pic 1.9 mi
Local events
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday 8 August 2025 – Friday 8 August 2025)
Bristol, Greater Bristol 22.2 mi
- Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Powys 28.6 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Forest of Dean Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Forest of Dean Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Forest of Dean Camping? Sporty souls can get out into the breathtaking Wye Valley National Landscape (20 minutes’ drive) for days of canoeing, paddleboarding or cycling along the River Wye. There’s also challenging climbing at Symonds … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Forest of Dean Camping?
Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Forest of Dean Camping? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.