The Royal Forest of Dean, the hunting grounds of English Kings for generations, and the home of England's oldest courthouse at the Speech House Hotel is joined to the Wye Valley, the very birthplace of English tourism with Symonds Yat gorge and river rapids to provide the ideal all year round, all weather holiday destination. There's endless activities and entertainment … for adventure-seekers, there's mountain biking, cycle tracks, zip-wires, kayaking: for explorers there's a great range of attractions, from the magical Puzzlewood to caves and steam trains, and for something more relaxing, enjoy the Sculpture trail, the endless pet friendly walks, the spectacular views and the numerous castles, museums and cathedrals. There's tremendous places to eat and drink and a local vibrant culture unlike any other in England and Wales – Border Country at it's very best.
