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
- Units longer than 9 metres are not allowed.
- Units heavier than 7500 kg are not allowed.
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The facilities block, shop and reception are closed during winter, between 14 November 2025 and 27 March 2026.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 14 Nov 2025 to
Open from Fri, 27 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
4 people maximum
Ground type: Concrete and grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £17 (£17)
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Unpowered grass site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Powered concrete and grass caravan site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Concrete and grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Powered grass site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 11m width × 15m depth (165m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
A gem of a site: super clean, spacious, stunning views, and top-notch facilities. Owner Jess is a star! Peaceful, great for walks/cycling. Spotty mobile signal and some road noise mentioned, but still highly recommended. Many want to come back.
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A lovely quiet stay
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Quiet, lovely views, nice level pitch.
Disliked Nothing.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely clean welcoming site, l will happily return.
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Lovely clean campsite, I felt very safe as a single female. The pitch was clean and easy to get set up, chocks needed. Beautiful view and sunset.
Public footpaths a short walk away and a fellow camper said they walked to a very friendly local pub that welcomes dogs.
Disliked Nothing to dislike.
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Clean, quiet (it is January mind)…
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Clean, quiet (it is January mind) site. Beautiful part of the country. Lovely views and easy to access walks. Nice, dog friendly pub in walking distance. Communication via text prior to arrival was friendly and helpful.
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great location. Jess checked with me…
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Great location. Jess checked with me before I turned up that everything was alright. Went in January. Very quiet, very safe.
Disliked Not really disliked, but the facilities weren’t open and therefore it changes things. But it was advertised and I was reminded before setting off.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautiful site with friendly staff!
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Beautiful site, with friendly staff
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent well kept site
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Location perfect
Really good pubs in walking distance
Recommend to friends Visit again
Another perfect stay
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked My second visit here. So peaceful even out of peak season. Pitches are spacious, good phone signal and lovely walks right from the site. Views are beautiful - I’ll definitely be back here in summer!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Nice clean site can't comment on…
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Nice clean site can't comment on toilet / shower block as closed this time of year good site for walks in forest and cycling a shop and pub close by good communication from owner will be back
Disliked Nothing
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Clean site good size pitches
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Loverly new site good communication with jess (owner) short walk to woods 3 min. pub and shop about 10min walk shower & toilet facilities were closed at time of visit will be back again
Disliked N/A
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Lovely site a minutes walk into…
Winter powered concrete and grass caravan site (seasonal)
Liked Lovely site a minutes walk into the Forest of Dean. Spacious pitches and good motorhome service point. Would definitely return........
Disliked Nothing
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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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 sitesThemes
Bush Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities 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)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 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 GMT (GMT+00:00)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clevedon Beach | 41.9 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Berkeley Castle 8.9 km
WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre 9.1 km
Caldicot Castle & Country Park 14.1 km
Goodrich Castle 14.3 km
Chepstow Castle 15.6 km
National Trust
Westbury Court Garden 11.4 km
The Kymin 12.4 km
Woodchester Park 18.3 km
Newark Park 19.9 km
Skenfrith Castle 22.7 km
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 2.5 km
Parkend - Cannop Ponds - Nag's Head RSPB Reserve - Parkend 2.6 km
Blakeney - Oldcroft - Allaston - Oakenhill Wood - Blakeneyhill Woods 2.6 km
Lydney - Harbour Road - Naas Lane - Lydney 2.9 km
Wenchford Picnic Site - Viney Hill - Wenchford Pic 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.
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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 scenic 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?
Read moreCamping and caravan 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 $38.71 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.