8 Nature & Wildlife Areas in Gloucestershire That You Shouldn't Miss

September 18, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

Discover the best top things to do in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom including Lower Woods Nature Reserve, Wenchford Picnic Site, The Cyril Hart Arboretum, Nagshead Nature Reserve, Woorgreens, Puzzlewood, Wild Place Project, Beckford Nature Reserve.
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1. Lower Woods Nature Reserve

Inglestone Rd, Hawkesbury Upton GL9 1BX England +44 1452 383333 http://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/reserves/lower-woods
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Lower Woods Nature Reserve

2. Wenchford Picnic Site

Parkend Road, Blakeney England
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

Wenchford Picnic Site

Reviewed By EmmaJDunn - Stroud, United Kingdom

Visited today for the first time. We got there at 9am & had the place to ourselves until 11am! Parking was free as we have a 'discovery pass' but otherwise its very reasonable. Handy toilets on site & little cafe opened at lunchtime - handy for post picnic icecream! The boys (6&9) paddled & played with their water pistols for hours. Day was only ruined by an inconsiderate dog owner who selfishly allowed their three large labradors (not on leads) to take over the 'paddling pond' causing all the children to vacate to the grass. Will definitely be back during the summer holidays.

3. The Cyril Hart Arboretum

B4226, Coleford England +44 300 067 4800 http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/EnglandGloucestershireNoForestForestOfDeanTheCyrilHartArboretum
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

The Cyril Hart Arboretum

Reviewed By 444MaryH - Bristol, United Kingdom

Attracted to the name (family name) we ventured forth. Very accessible, with free parking at entrance. Lovely level paths through trees, too big for us to explore in time available, plan to return.

4. Nagshead Nature Reserve

B4431, Lydney GL15 4LA England +44 1594 562852 http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/englandgloucestershirenoforestforestofdeannagsheadnaturereserve
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4.5 based on 52 reviews

Nagshead Nature Reserve

Reviewed By 11jakes - Leyland, United Kingdom

Me and my partner came here today for a lovely walk! We followed the long route signs and took us about 1 hour 15 to get round. Beetles all over the pathways so mind your step! Lovely to see the birds, squirrels and bugs in their natural habitat, we also saw a group of wild boars who soon ran away as we approached. Lovely area and great walk we will definitely be back!

5. Woorgreens

Speech House Road, Coleford GL16 7EH England http://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/reserves/woorgreens
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Woorgreens

Reviewed By Explorer385695

We are regulars here at all times off year, although it can be very muddy after rain. Wild Boar, Deer, many bird species, Lloyds of amphibians and insects- take binoculars!

6. Puzzlewood

Perrygrove Road, Coleford GL16 8QB England +44 1594 833187 [email protected] http://puzzlewood.net
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4.0 based on 1,427 reviews

Puzzlewood

Puzzlewood - A Magical Day Out in the Forest of Dean. Why is Puzzlewood magical? Is it the maze of pathways winding through deep gulleys of moss covered rocks, the twisted roots of the Yew trees or the bridges, ‘lookouts’ and features to find on your way round? Puzzlewood is enchanting; it has an atmosphere quite unlike any other woodland. Here you can imagine that you are in a fantasy film, and that fantastic creatures lurk round every corner. Puzzlewood is used for Merlin, Dr Who and recently for a new Warner Bros movie called Jack the Giant Killer (release date June 2012). Also onsite are farm animals, willow maze, indoor maze, playground, picnic tables, café and gift shop.

Reviewed By jakraymondo7 - Worcester, United Kingdom

Absolutely beautiful views, the woods are stunning and the walk is modest, there is an app available to download to collect 10 roman coins around the walk. Few farm animals at the start with a cafe and toilets, plenty of car park spaces, there is an indoor maze (small) great for kids whilst raining, reasonably priced and an adventure you sure don’t want to miss. 10/10 from me.

7. Wild Place Project

Blackhorse Hill, Easter Compton, Almondsbury BS10 7TP England +44 117 980 7175 [email protected] http://www.wildplace.org.uk/
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4.0 based on 882 reviews

Wild Place Project

Grab your very best explorer’s outfit and head out on an adventure, where you’ll discover amazing species from around the world! Enjoy time with loved ones and make special memories together in the great outdoors. Spot exotic species from around the world, from giraffes, zebras and cheetahs to lemurs and meerkats, plus some adorable infants! Together we can ensure that everybody has a safe and enjoyable visit with our one-way system and social distancing measures. To ensure the safety of our visitors and staff, it is essential that you read and fully understand our site rules before visiting. Some areas remain closed because it is difficult to maintain social distancing at present in those locations, or because they include multiple high-frequency touch points. Please check our website for updates.

Reviewed By 440sarahc - Bridgwater, United Kingdom

The wild place is always improving with every visit, an excellent response to covid with their one way system and other measures put in place, lovely helpful staff which made a lovely day out.

8. Beckford Nature Reserve

1 Ashton Road, Beckford GL20 7AE England http://www.beckfordnature.org.uk
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

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