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
Campground type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The park 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, Mar 28 to
Open from Fri, Nov 14 2025 to
Open from Fri, Mar 27 to
Campsite types & availability
Power optional cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
View prices & bookPower optional grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
View prices & bookPrimitive grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
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Reviews
99% would recommend this campground to a friend
99% would stay here again
What customers say
Exceptionally clean & well-maintained site w/ spacious, level pitches & beautiful views. Immaculate, modern facilities. Owner Jess praised for friendliness & local knowledge. Peaceful atmosphere, ideal for Forest of Dean activities. Highly recommended, visitors eager to return.
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Really lovely site, very clean and…
Power optional cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Really lovely site, very clean and tidy with friendly staff, will definitely stay here again.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Definitely a site to visit
Power optional cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Really fantastic site. Jess was lovely. Really friendly and helpful. The shower/toilet block was immaculate. Showers always hot. Everything was really clean and tidy.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Will never stay again.
Power optional grass campsite
Liked Can’t think of anything.
Disliked Being told by the owners to keep quiet. Having family fun with the kids when the owners came round to spoil our stay.
Men shouting over the hedge from the road and a woman knocking on our tent.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Awesome facilities. Clean Tidy Plenty of pitch space Quiet Fires are…
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Awesome facilities.
Clean
Tidy
Plenty of pitch space
Quiet
Fires are great
Jess was very friendly and helpful
Will go back!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Probably the best campsite we’ve ever used.
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Big pitches. Plenty of space and not crowded in. Little touches - box of matches from the shop (like an amateur I forgot the fire lighter!). Freezer for ice packs. Covered bike store with rack. Spotlessly clean. Bowls and drainers for washing up. Quiet. Beautiful views.
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Well worth the money and would definitely visit again
Power optional cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked The site was in a lovely raised, quiet position so lovely views to wake up to!. Pitches were a good size and I don't think the area would ever seem overcrowded, with a good walking field. The showers and washing up facilities were brilliant ! Plenty of space, well lit and immaculate with very hot water. Communication with Jess was great and any instructions left were clear. She was also very good at recommending local walks, which are accessible from the campsite.
Disliked Nothing
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I love this campsite had a…
Power optional grass campsite
Liked I love this campsite had a very nice field to it. It was very clean and tidy the toilets and the washing up area were spotless. The pitch was a generous size. very enjoyable experience.
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Amazing Staff, clean, friendly and great…
Power optional grass campsite
Liked Amazing Staff, clean, friendly and great Pizza on a Saturday night.
Recommend to friends Visit again
The site was lovely everything was…
Primitive grass campsite
Liked The site was lovely everything was well laid out and the toilet block was always immaculately clear and tidy. Jess was an amazing owner going above beyond to help us when we wanted an extra night last min. Everyone else at the site was really friendly as respectful was perfect for our 3 year olds first trip. I felt she was really safe and loved it was a smaller site. The location was also perfect so much to do with in a 10-15 min drive! Had an amazing stay!
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Beautiful site with really big pitches…
Power optional cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Beautiful site with really big pitches and large open spaces. The facilities were excellent and kept spotlessly clean by Jess. Great little shop on site and lots of useful information about local attractions and pubs. All in all a great site with excellent management
Disliked Nothing
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Site 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 Horseback 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 +0100 (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.
Want to know more about camping in Gloucestershire?
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?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites 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 $32.44 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.