Bracelands Campsite
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- Family-friendly Gloucestershire campsite overlooking the Wye Valley
- Five minutes’ drive to Symonds Yat; Go Ape Beechenhurst 15 minutes
- Forest of Dean walks from the site; shops and pubs five minutes’ drive
Campground type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- 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).
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- Units longer than 10 metres are not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
This campground is a member of Forestry England group.
Campsite types & availability
4

Primitive grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)
Arrival daysFrom £21 (£21)
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Powered grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31 (£31)
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Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)
Arrival daysFrom £34 (£34)
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Camping pod
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 8.2ft width × 14.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom £93.60 (£93.60)
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Camping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 8.2ft width × 14.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom £93.60 (£93.60)
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2 bedroom safari tent
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedrooms
Dimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom £189 (£189)
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Reviews
95% would recommend this campground to a friend
93% would stay here again
What customers say
This spacious site offers direct access to Forest of Dean walks & cycling. Guests praise friendly staff, clean facilities (though some are dated), and a peaceful vibe with wild deer. Ample space between pitches. Wi-Fi can be weak, and many grass pitches are sloped.
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Although it looked busy on arrival,…
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Although it looked busy on arrival, it was so peaceful on the evening. Beautiful views and surroundings of the forest. Amenities up to date, even a dog bath for your 4 legged friend. So close to walking in the woods, and to day trips like Puzzlewood and canoeing the Wye Valley. Friendly staff on arrival
Disliked No dislikes had a great time here
Recommend to friends Visit again
Clean , secure, perfect service!…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Clean , secure, perfect service!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Fantastic place to stay
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Staff were really helpful, checking in was quick and stress free. Found a really good pitch close to the shower / toilet block.
I chose Bracelands as its close to Pedalabikeaway and I will be returning, I've recommended the site to fellow mtb'ers from the valleys and beyond
Disliked Nothing really
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Will be booking again
Powered grass campsite
Liked Lovely site, location stunning
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent site
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Very well kept site and amenities, friendly staff , good pitches
Recommend to friends Visit again
Will definitely be visiting again.
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Lovely and clean and peaceful site and the staff were all very helpful and friendly.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Good would visit again
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Great staff, and location. Site well maintained. Would stay again.
Disliked Toilets blocks clean but a bit dated. Shop should sell alcohol. WiFi could be better.
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not a lot…
Camping pod
Liked not a lot
Disliked the uneven ground, very basic pod, bad wifi
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space…
Powered grass campsite
Liked space
Disliked the road
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Great place to stay if you’re in the midlands and looking for nearby
Primitive grass campsite
Liked The showers
Clean, maintained and spacious
Lovely scenery
Great location
Recommend to friends Visit again
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 Local produce 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 Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
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 Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearbyType
Very large (over 200 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches) 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 Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilities Motorhome service point Seasonal sitesLocation
Bracelands Campsite
Bracelands Drive
Coleford
Gloucestershire
England
GL16 7NP
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.81485°N
2.63991°W
Route directions
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 | 27.8 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Caldicot Castle & Country Park 3.3 mi
Goodrich Castle 3.9 mi
Raglan Castle 9.5 mi
WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre 11.3 mi
Berkeley Castle 11.7 mi
National Trust
The Kymin 2.1 mi
Skenfrith Castle 7.9 mi
Westbury Court Garden 9.7 mi
Woodchester Park 17.1 mi
Ashleworth Tithe Barn 17.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
A4136 - Longstone - Forest Trail - A4136 0.5 mi
Staunton - Highmeadow Woods - Symonds Yat 0.6 mi
Staunton - Buckstone - Hearkening Rock - Staunton 1.2 mi
A4136 - The Kymin - Wysis Way - A4136 1.4 mi
Symonds Yat, Goodrich and the Bicknors 1.5 mi
Local events
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, August 20, 2026 – Thursday, August 20, 2026)
Crickhowell, Wales 23.2 mi
- Cheltenham Festival (Tuesday, March 16, 2027 – Tuesday, March 16, 2027)
Cheltenham, England 25.4 mi
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, August 7, 2026 – Friday, August 7, 2026)
Bristol, England 25.7 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 Bracelands Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bracelands Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bracelands Campsite? There’s simply masses to do in the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley – from adventurous outings to cultural visits. Get the kids up and active with a visit to Go … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bracelands Campsite?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 9:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Bracelands Campsite? From $27.68 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.