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
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5Tourist board rating
Admission
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Dogs
- 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).
General
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Hired accommodation
- 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.
Vehicles
- 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 bedroomsDimensions: 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 campsite is praised for its stunning forest setting with direct access to many hiking and biking trails. Visitors consistently highlight friendly staff, clean facilities, and spacious sites. Wildlife, especially deer, is a recurring positive. Some noted facilities could use updating and WiFi/phone signal can be weak. The site's popularity means it can be busy, and some pitches are uneven.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews.
Last updated 8/4/2026
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A decent campsite which I would recommend and return to.
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Great location with plenty of amenities. A warm welcome with detailed brief on arrival. Campsite shop fully stocked with a range of products.
Disliked WiFi a bit hit and miss but not a show stopper 4g signal present if you need to connect for what ever reason.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Location Staff Cleanliness…
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Location
Staff
Cleanliness
Disliked Facilities clean but run down. Earmarked for improvements though!
Sloping pitches
WiFi weak at best. Poor 5G
Recommend to friends Visit again
What is not to like !!…
Primitive grass campsite
Liked What is not to like !! Fantastic setting very well kept and organised…
Disliked No reception on phone but that isn’t always bad
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very welcoming staff, they pitched us…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Very welcoming staff, they pitched us with our family. Lovely site and great walks direct from site, so very dog friendly. Plenty of Showers and toilets, cleaned regularly.
Disliked nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Free space, friendly team and helpful…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Free space, friendly team and helpful services.
Disliked Very uneven ground for camping.
Recommend to friends Visit again
ALL GOOD.
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Anonymous Camping pod
Liked Location , relaxed atmosphere.
Disliked N/A
Recommend to friends Visit again
Clean facilities Friendly staff Quiet…
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Clean facilities
Friendly staff
Quiet
Recommend to friends Visit again
Staff very friendly and helpful. …
Powered grass campsite
Liked Staff very friendly and helpful.
Clean facilities.
Disliked The WiFi signal is very poor and could be improved. Mobile signal is none existent so the WiFi would be very helpful.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Overall, had a fabulous stay and would definitely return!!
Powered grass campsite
Liked Location was great, staff were lovely and put in a perfect spot for the pitch.
Facilities were great too.
Dog friendly, great location to go for long walks in the forest.
Safe, secure and really ideal for friends, families and couples.
Disliked Noise levels from children in the evening. Still shouting and screaming at 9:50pm.
Showers was way too hot, almost scolding.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Wonderful campsite with incredible staff. You'll love it.
Powered grass campsite
Liked I hesitate to recommend this campsite, simply because I don't want any of you buggers knowing how great it is, and booking it out so that I can't return. It’s like one of those secret surf spots that you love but don't want others finding out about. To prove that this is not some ai slop, please forgive me for saying the following: cunt, bollocks, fuck. I apologise if I have offended.
I stumbled across it randomly, while trying to grab a couple of days holiday for me and my daughter in the beautiful forest of dean. Wow! What an amazing and magical place it is.
Leaving aside the immaculate toilets and hot showers, the staff could not do more for you. They are truly lovely. On arrival, I was personally concierged to several pitches and they even offered me their last extension lead for the electric hook-up (which suggested to me that they had helped several others already).
Within a few paces you can access the forest from several places on the campsite, which my daughter and I really loved. You're also a five minute drive from Symonds Yat, and only a few minutes drive from all the other wonderful places the Forest of Dean has to offer.
I've stayed on many campsites over the years, and this one absolutely knocks it out of the park! Tents, caravans and campers all perfectly catered for, and even a mobile wood-fired pizza oven turning up in case you don't fancy cooking.
The free WiFi was a lovely free addition, since I've often been charged extra for that, although the stars and tranquility will likely make your holiday. I would not hesitate to book here again.
So, to sum up, please don't come here and potentially stop me from getting one of their hundreds of amazing pitches, as I will certainly be returning. Maybe consider Scotland or even a holiday abroad…This can be our little secret! Stay away and try Benidorm. You can always use your tent or campervan next year.
Disliked I apologise to the amazing staff for the 1 star rating. It was simply to get the algorithm to show my honest review. I hope it doesn't bring down your ratings too much, and I hope people read what I have to say about your wonderful campsite and incredible customer service.
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
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.81485°N
2.63991°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Bus
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 $28.33 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.