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.
- 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.
- 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.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
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 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
View prices & bookElectric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
View prices & bookNon-electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
99% would stay here again
What customers say
This is an exceptionally clean and well-maintained site with spacious, level pitches and beautiful views. Facilities, including toilets and showers, are consistently praised as immaculate and modern. The owner, Jess, is frequently highlighted for her outstanding friendliness, helpfulness, and local knowledge. Its peaceful atmosphere and ideal location for Forest of Dean walks and activities are also major draws. Visitors highly recommend it and express a strong desire to return.
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Jess the host was lovely. Site…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Jess the host was lovely. Site immaculately clean and tidy. Site just as described
Recommend to friends Visit again
Clean, huge grass pitches, brilliant for…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Clean, huge grass pitches, brilliant for kids, nice atmosphere!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Really lovely peaceful campsite. Large pitches…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Really lovely peaceful campsite. Large pitches for tents in designated spots. Modern clean facilities and large playing field on slope below tents. 2 decent pubs in walking distance.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great site, lovely facilities, friendly owner…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Great site, lovely facilities, friendly owner
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent site, plenty of room with…
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Excellent site, plenty of room with large pitches, facilities excellent, great friendly staff. Would highly recommend. Definitely would stay again.
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Wonderful site
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked I can only agree with all the positive reviews. It's a lovely, quiet, clean site with excellent pitches and facilities. When our campervan broke down on-site, Jess could not have been more helpful.
We don't often re-visit a site, but in this case, we will be back. Thank you.
Disliked Absolutely nothing!
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Highly recommended
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked One of the best campsites I have ever stayed at, super clean, great facilities, quiet ànd huge pitches. Jess thé owner is lovely, knowledgeable and very helpful cant fault it at all.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great campsite
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Really nice campsite good size pitch. Jess was really helpful and gave us loads of places we could go for walks.
The showers and toilets were always clean.
Will definitely be back next year.
Disliked Nothing
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Exceptional campsite def come back if we do similar holiday again!
Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Lovely easy access for motorhome amenities. Nice sized pitch with plenty of room both on hardstanding and grass within your pitch. Very quiet area we enjoyed just a relaxing few days to start our holiday. Shower/toilet/washing up facilities were spotless and very comfy to use.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Peaceful setting, clean showers and toilets.…
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Peaceful setting, clean showers and toilets. Friendly welcome with clear explanation on how to get to an off road cycle track. This did involve a short ride on a quiet road/pavement but lovely track once we were there.
Recommend to friends Visit again
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
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.
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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 £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.