One of the best places to visit in the UK, especially over the summer months, is the beautiful Forest of Dean. If you want to get out and enjoy the countryside whilst the weather is good, it is a perfect place, and there are plenty of places to stay, from self catering cottages to places like this spa breaks Forest of Dean based hotel https://hatherleymanor.com/the-spa/spa-breaks-cotswolds/forest-of-dean/
There are plenty of things to enjoy in the forest – here are some ideas for you…
Go Fruit Picking – There are plenty of places to go and enjoy the fruits of the summer season around the Forest of Dean, and going to pick your own is a great experience for kids and adults alike! Strawberries and raspberries taste amazing when they are freshly picked too, especially paired with some locally made double cream!
Go Out on the River – A boat trip on the river Wye is a great way to get a different perspective of the Forest and the beautiful area. Whether you go on a tranquil sightseeing trip or you want a more action-packed canoe experience, there are lots of places to go to get out onto the river on a beautiful summer’s day.
Go to Clearwell Caves – If the heat is a bit much and you want to see some stunning underground caves, then Clearwell caves is a great place to go. Here you can see the special geological history of the area, as well as the long history of mining in the Forest.