Greenacres Campsite
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- Relaxed family-run site in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
- Near Clearwell Caves, Puzzlewood, Cannop Ponds and Go Ape
- Space to play, huge grassy pitches and close to a forest
Campground type
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 1 Apr to
Site types & availability
Power optional grass site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 9m width × 9m depth
Calculated area: 81m²
Arrival daysFrom GBP 19 (GBP 19)
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6 people maximum
Ground type: Concrete and grass
Site size: Max 9m width × 9m depth
Calculated area: 81m²
Arrival daysFrom GBP 25 (GBP 25)
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Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 9m width × 9m depth
Calculated area: 81m²
Arrival daysFrom GBP 19 (GBP 19)
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2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Wifi at the unit/site
Dimensions: 15.1ft width × 9.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 55 (GBP 55)
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Reviews
98% would recommend this campground to a friend
95% would stay here again
What customers say
Clean, well-kept park with roomy, flat sites & chill vibes. Staff are legends, loos & showers are spick-and-span, and the shop/cafe's got the goods. Perfect base for Forest of Dean & Wye Valley, close to Coleford. Play area's for older kids, road's a bit rough. Highly recommend, will be back!
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This is a really lovely site - clean, quiet, loads of space,…
Power optional grass site
Liked This is a really lovely site - clean, quiet, loads of space, great facilities, playgrounds and lovely staff. Perfect for families and groups with kids. Playground area was good too.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Brilliant small site ideal for access to local attractions
Power optional concrete and grass caravan site
Liked Clean quiet site. Well laid out with excellent toilet and shower facilities.
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Great location walking distance to the local town.
Power optional grass site
Liked Very clean, tidy and friendly site. Pitches are spacious. OThe site has little shop offering the essential supplies in addition offers hot food along with teas and coffees.
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Very nice well maintained scenic site with helpful staff.
Power optional grass site
Liked Very helpful receptionist whom offered me pitch options to ensure I got a nice quiet spot. Great campsite and facilities, only 10-15min for the Forest of Dean Bike Park. Well stocked mini shop on site. Very helpful staff.
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From the manager: Thankyou for leaving a lovely review! We're glad you enjoyed your time in the Forest of Dean, and hope we can welcome you back to our site in the future!
I would defo return everything was brill .
Power optional concrete and grass caravan site
Liked Yes loved the site . Everything was close it was clean and tidy . Showers and toilets were spotless
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This is a fantastic campsite and started our road-trip on a high.…
Power optional grass site
Liked This is a fantastic campsite and started our road-trip on a high. As we were just two friends travelling, the management very considerately allocated us a quiet, private pitch away from the families and larger groups. The toilets and showers were spacious and very clean. There is a small shop in reception selling essentials, should you forget anything. I'll come back to stay here again if I'm in the area!
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From the manager: Thankyou for leaving a review! We're really glad you enjoyed what we have to offer at our site, and hope we can welcome you back in the future.
We loved this site and cant wait to return!
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked The site was clean, peaceful and surrounded by gorgeous countryside. The facilities were good and clean. The staff were lovely. The play area was basic but we found an amazing playground a short walk away through fields. My son loved being able to pick up croissants in the morning for breakfast.
Disliked The smell near the portaloos could have been a problem if our pitch was closer to them but luckily it wasnt.
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From the manager: Thank you for the feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back.
Your son was a delight coming in for croissants and tea - a very polite lad!
Lovely, chilled out stay.
Power optional concrete and grass caravan site
Liked Lovely, dog friendly campsite with a laidback atmosphere, good pitch sizes, clean facilities and fire pits for hire.
They have an onsite shop and cafe and are located next to the public footpaths to Coleford.
Disliked Nothing really
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Everything ,really nice clean site ,very helpful owners would definitely recommend…
Power optional grass site
Liked Everything ,really nice clean site ,very helpful owners would definitely recommend
Disliked Nothing kids play area could be better but no real problem
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From the manager: Thanks for your feedback! We have done a lot of work on the campsite this year - we hope to address the play area before next season and hope to welcome you back!
Shower / toilet Facilities, layout of the site, location…
Power optional grass site
Liked Shower / toilet Facilities, layout of the site, location
Disliked Nothing
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe 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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce 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 Rallies welcome 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 sitesThemes
Bush Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Nearby 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 nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilitiesLocation
Greenacres Campsite
Scowles Road
Coleford
Gloucestershire
England
GL16 8QS
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.79576°N
2.63657°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 | 42.8 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Caldicot Castle & Country Park 5.8 km
Goodrich Castle 8.4 km
Raglan Castle 14.9 km
Chepstow Castle 17.1 km
WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre 17.1 km
National Trust
The Kymin 3.9 km
Skenfrith Castle 14.2 km
Westbury Court Garden 15.7 km
Woodchester Park 26.5 km
Newark Park 28.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
A4136 - Longstone - Forest Trail - A4136 1.4 km
Coleford - Nagshead RSPB Reserve - Coalway - Coleford 1.6 km
Newland - Marions Enclosure - Knockalls Inclosure - Newland 1.8 km
Staunton - Highmeadow Woods - Symonds Yat 2 km
Staunton - Buckstone - Hearkening Rock - Staunton 2.6 km
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)
Crickhowell, Wales 37.9 km
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday 8 August 2025 – Friday 8 August 2025)
Bristol, England 39.3 km
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.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Greenacres Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Greenacres Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Greenacres Campsite? Outdoorsy types are well catered to around here, with canoeing and paddleboarding at Symonds Yat Rock, archery and clay pigeon shooting in St Briavels, and pony trekking at Bream. If you're into … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Greenacres Campsite?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Greenacres Campsite? From $39.17 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.