Beechenhurst
Coleford, Gloucestershire
About Beechenhurst
NEW FOR 2024: Gruffalo Party Trail!
For your next family day out, head to the heart of Forest of Dean to Beechenhurst! It's one of Britain's oldest and largest woodlands - imagine what you can discover there! Things To Do
Choose one of 4 family-friendly walking trails and begin your next family adventure at Beechenhurst in the beautiful Forest of Dean. Looking for a crowd-pleaser? Follow the famous Sculpture Trail to see astonishing artworks scattered amongst the trees.
Did you know it's The Gruffalo's 25th birthday?! He's inviting everyone to celebrate with him with his brand new forest adventure! The trail will be filled with party-themed activities, games and fun facts about the wildlife in the forest.
If your kids have lots of energy, head to the wooden play equipment, it always goes down a storm with the kids. While your little adventurers are going for a ride on the pit pony, or swinging in the air on the giant bird's nestswing, you can set up at the picnic tables by the zip wire. Speaking of zip wires, there’s a Go Ape venue on-site, if you fancy a treetop adventure!
The family fun never stops at Beechenhurst!
Food & Drink
If you need to re-energise after a long day of exploring, stop off at the Beechenhurst Cafe for some refreshments! Or perhaps bring a tasty picnic to enjoy wherever you are! You can even book a barbecue if you like to feast with the family!
Accessibility
There are 11 disabled parking spaces available. Beechenhurst also has accessible toilets and baby-changing facilities. There is level access at the main entrance, Ranger Hatch, toilets, Beechenhurst Cafe, meeting room, Beehcenhurst Adventure Play Park and the Beechenhurst Picnic Area. Some of the staff have disability awareness training. There is information in large print for those who have visual impairments.
- Plenty of exciting trails
- Fun for all the family
- Beautiful location
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Gruffalo's 25th Birthday!
Say 'Happy Birthday' to The Gruffalo and join him on his family forest adventure! Wander through the forest, help find the missing party items and throw The Gruffalo a party to remember!
Amazing Art
Discover all sorts of wonderful and fascinating pieces of art and sculptures on the Sculpture Trail! There are 18 to find, can you spot them all? You'll have to search high...and low!
Opening Times
- Monday, 08:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday, 08:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday, 08:00 - 20:00
- Thursday, 08:00 - 20:00
- Friday, 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday, 08:00 - 20:00
- Sunday, 08:00 - 20:00
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : Free
The Gruffalo trail activity packs are £4.00
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time more than 5 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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Contact Details
Beechenhurst, Speech House Road
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 7EL
England
Tel: 03000674800
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