Around the festive season, the Forest of Dean is a truly magical place to be. With frosty walks aplenty around the beautiful woodlands and a range of fun filled and magical Christmas activities that will delight both adults and kids alike, it is worth taking some time to stay in the area and treat yourself to somewhere like this spa breaks forest of dean based hotel https://hatherleymanor.com/the-spa/spa-breaks-cotswolds/forest-of-dean/ where you can spend some time unwinding and getting into the Christmas spirit.
Here are some of the events and attractions around the area…
Explore Clearwell Caves
Clearwell caves are an extensive underground cave network that becomes truly magical at Christmas time. Follow a light trail deep underneath the forest where you will come across the illuminated caverns and enjoy hot drinks and festive treats for a memorable and unique Christmas experience.
Meet Father Christmas at Perrygrove Railway
Perrygrove railway is a traditional steam railway in the Forest of Dean, and at this time of the year it also plays host to Santa. Kids can enjoy a ride on the steam train through the forest to the North Pole train station. Here they will be able to meet the man himself and get a gift. Be aware that this is a very popular event so should be booked in advance.
Festive Forest Fun at Beechenhurst
From November, head to the Sculpture trail at Beechenhurst for a fun filled family woodland trail based on the much-loved kids book Stick Man. With a huge area of woodland to explore and a scavenger hunt, kids will love this and you can enjoy a festive family walk through the forest.
