Whitemead Forest Park
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- Well-equipped park just outside Parkend in the Forest of Dean
- Puzzlewood and Clearwell Caves within a 10-minute drive
- Indoor swimming pool, spa area, restaurant and kids' activities
Campground type
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71Tourist board rating
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.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Jan 17 2025 to
Open from Fri, Jan 16 2026 to
Campsite types & availability
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
6 people maximum 
9.2/10
242 reviews 
Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Gravel and cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Min 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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The Mead powered gravel and cement/asphalt campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
6 people maximum 9.3/10
84 reviews Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Gravel and cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Min 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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OfferMega camping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum 9.3/10
15 reviews 
No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 9.2ft width × 14.3ft length
Arrival daysFrom £58.50 (£58.50)
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Mega camping pod (pet friendly)
4 people maximum 8.5/10
6 reviews Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 9.2ft width × 14.3ft length
Arrival daysFrom £58.50 (£58.50)
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First floor 2 bedroom apartment (no pets, premium)
6 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedroomsArrival daysFrom £335 (£335)
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Ground Floor 2 bedroom apartment (no pets, premium)
6 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedroomsArrival daysFrom £335 (£335)
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Ground floor 2 bedroom apartment (pet friendly, premium)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedroomsArrival daysFrom £335 (£335)
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2 bedroom lodge (woodland, no pets)
6 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedroomsArrival daysFrom £394 (£394)
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2 bedroom lodge (woodland, pet friendly)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedroomsArrival daysFrom £394 (£394)
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Reviews
94% would recommend this campground to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
This popular, well-kept site boasts great amenities like a pool, spa, and entertainment. Guests love the spacious, clean spots, forest access, and friendly staff. Mostly family-friendly, though Wi-Fi, noise, and limited dog access in buildings were noted. A few had communication/staff attitude issues.
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Excellent site with Clean facilities, staff friendly and pitches level
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Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Everything, fantastic place everything spotlessly clean and tidy. They have thought of everything even down to looking after your fur babies. Lots to do and entertain brilliant
Disliked Nothing
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Excellent staff very helpful 👍
Mega camping pod (no pets)
Liked Fantastic great vacation big 👍
Disliked Check out time could be a little later
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Excellent place we will come back too.
Mega camping pod (no pets)
Liked Our family of 5 feel in love with this place.
It's beautiful with forest trees surrounding it. Super organised, well maintained grounds and facilities with a great style to the place. The swimming pool sauna, spa and gym are in great condition. A great place for all ages. Plenty of activities for kids and teenagers.
We stayed in a pod and fell in love with it. It was cosy and warm on an autumn 🍂 evening. The grounds seemed magical safe and easy to walk around. The restaurant we didn't use but it looked very nice.
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Everything…
The Mead powered gravel and cement/asphalt campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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The site was really quiet with…
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked The site was really quiet with great facilities. As I was with my 2 dogs I wasn’t able to take advantage of the swimming pool but it looked amazing. Well stocked shop that was reasonably priced. Shower facilities nice and clean. Great access to the forest walks and only a short walk to the local village.
Disliked Wasn’t able to take my dogs into the restaurant but had a meal as a takeaway. The dog friendly cafe is only open until 5.30. The site would benefit from an additional shower block as it was quite a distance from my pitch and very busy at certain times.
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A good site with very clean facilities, perfect for a relaxing break
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Easy access to great forest paths and cycleways.On site the planning has allowed for both the service and administration buildings,plus the lodges and glamping units to blend in well with the surrounding forest habitat, giving each unit some considerable feeling of independence and privacy.The retention of a large number of mature trees has added to this atmosphere.
The low lighting was very adequate and again added to that part of a forest feeling
Disliked Whilst outside the scope of the park, it was distressing to experience how fast people drove through the forest of Dean, causing huge risk and danger to wildlife and people alike.
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Site was clean and modern, staff…
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Site was clean and modern, staff friendly and helpful and amenities were really good
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Overall we had a great time with friends and family and will be back
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked I cannot fault this site.
Second trip here and will be returning again.
Pitch: clean and spacious
Showers and toilets: immaculate and a pleasure to use
The venue: reasonably priced drinks (food a little pricey but good), great atmosphere
Pool : fabulous pool area, clean and nice and warm, steam room one of the best I've been in, family change area and locker code system great. Never seems overly busy and no silly systems for one hour a day or silly booking system
Site: great coffee shop, shop reasonably priced, park and walks.... plenty to do
Disliked We arrived late unfortunately and the weather was awful (can't help that) but we struggled to find our pitch as there's very little lighting. I love the fact it's not lit at night but could do with clearer pitch numbers maybe the numbers lit
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Have stayed here a few times…
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Have stayed here a few times in the week outside of school holidays (less busy and less children 😄)
Enjoy using the pool and the facilities are always clean. There is a good choice of places to eat and decent local hikes
Disliked Would be nice if offered a lower price for single travellers in small camper
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The pitch and forest setting is…
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked The pitch and forest setting is lovely. Loved the access to forest and cycle trails. Loved the dog play area and local walks.
Toilet block and shower facilities excellent.
Swimming pool and new cafe great as well.
Nice being there when site is quieter. Staff all friendly. Will definitely return, been here many times already but first time with our caravan.
Disliked The only slight thing is it was a bit strange having someone in a mini jeep sat watching and waiting for us to leave our pitch.
This was only our second time packing up with our caravan so we still learning. We found it slightly pushy particularly as we were clearly leaving and only went past 11 by approx 10mins whilst hitching up.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Toddler's pool WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Off licence 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer 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
Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toiletNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Whitemead Forest Park
Parkend
Lydney
Gloucestershire
England
GL15 4LA
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.76784°N
2.56431°W
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 | 26.2 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre 7.1 mi
Berkeley Castle 7.1 mi
Caldicot Castle & Country Park 7.2 mi
Goodrich Castle 7.5 mi
Chepstow Castle 9.8 mi
National Trust
The Kymin 6.1 mi
Westbury Court Garden 7.5 mi
Skenfrith Castle 12.4 mi
Woodchester Park 12.9 mi
Newark Park 14 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 0.1 mi
Parkend - Cannop Ponds - Nag's Head RSPB Reserve - Parkend 0.2 mi
Nagshead Visitor Centre - RSPB Reserve - Nagshead Visitor Centre 0.5 mi
Nagsgead RSPB Reserve - Cannop Ponds - Speech House 0.5 mi
NAGSHEAD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 23/09/2003) 0.8 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.
Offers
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Whitemead Forest Park have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Whitemead Forest Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Whitemead Forest Park? For those seeking a bit of peace and quiet, there are stacks of splendid trails around the Forest of Dean to ramble or ride bikes along (and a bike hire place a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Whitemead Forest Park?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Whitemead Forest Park? From $37.60 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.