The 10 Best Fun Activities & Games in Forest of Dean, England

September 25, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

Discover the best top things to do in Forest of Dean, United Kingdom including Krazy Golf Lydney, The Palace Cinema Cinderford, Hot Pot Pottery - pottery activity centre, Forest of Dean Adventure Golf, BattleSports Glos, Bathurst Pool, Bird's Pottery, Forest of Dean Adventure Activities, The Studio Cinema, Coleford, Roots.
Restaurants in Forest of Dean

1. Krazy Golf Lydney

Old Park Lydney Park Estate, Lydney GL15 6BU England +44 1594 840082 [email protected] http://krazygolflydney.co.uk
Excellent
82%
Good
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Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 151 reviews

Krazy Golf Lydney

Krazygolf Lydney will re-open Thursday April 15th with covid restrictions in place. Open Term Time Thursday-Sunday. Local School Holidays Wednesday-Monday. Subject to change.

Reviewed By Janelangdon1 - Stroud, United Kingdom

The lovely surroundings and care and time taken by the owners to make this a safe and relaxing environment. Proper hygiene measures in place. A unique and picturesque course without the usual tat and commercialism. Each hole was different and a variety of fun and challenge. A fantastic family activity!

2. The Palace Cinema Cinderford

Cinema The Palace 4 Belle Vue Road, Cinderford GL14 2AE England +44 1594 822555 [email protected] http://www.cinderpal.com/
Excellent
89%
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5.0 based on 174 reviews

The Palace Cinema Cinderford

Reviewed By rebeccacT7040RQ - Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

This is our family's favourite cinema in the area......let me tell you why. You are assured of a warm welcome in this wonderful cinema with very affordable prices for families. Housed in an Art Deco building with original fixtures and fittings, tickets are priced at £3.50 and reasonably priced refreshments include a range of hot & cold drinks, savoury snacks, sweets and popcorn in a variety of bucket sizes to suit. The seats are comfortable and it's warm and cosy, with two screens: a large screen downstairs (which has some double seats) and a smaller one upstairs. Great for children's birthday visits, as the cinema has a lovely Art Deco cafe room at the back where families can meet up to drop off their children beforehand - it's like stepping back in time. Always showing the latest films and a matinee available too. We love the Palace!

3. Hot Pot Pottery - pottery activity centre

Ross Road The House of Bread, Christchurch, Coleford GL16 7NS England +44 1594 837943 [email protected] http://www.hotpotpottery.co.uk
Excellent
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Hot Pot Pottery - pottery activity centre

A friendly country pottery activity centre and gallery offering pottery trial classes, pottery painting kits for hire, one day wheel throwing workshops and bookable private browsing time in their pottery gallery.

4. Forest of Dean Adventure Golf

Littledean Road Elton Leisure, Newnham GL14 1JU England +44 7990 958084 [email protected] http://www.forestofdeanadventuregolf.co.uk
Excellent
79%
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19%
Satisfactory
2%
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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Forest of Dean Adventure Golf

Forest of Dean Adventure Golf (Pirate Island) is a 12 hole adventure golf experience in a beautiful country setting on the edge of the Royal Forest of Dean. The course is designed for people of all ages and abilities. There is also a small cafe with viewing balcony, a picnic area and a play park. Due to COVID-19 we are running a booking only system so we suggest you book early to avoid disappointment. We are open on Tuesdays during school term (subject to pre booking) i.e. if we have no bookings for a Tuesday we will not be open.

Reviewed By HonestTripHelper - Cheltenham, United Kingdom

We had a great morning playing golf for my 40th birthday with my husband and 7 year old son, brilliant course, staff are lovely and friendly, course has fun holes and 2 raft crossings and water features, good social distancing measures and being outside we felt safe. We didn't have time to stop for refreshments afterwards but the cakes looked lovely and the prices looked good. We are definitely coming back with friends soon and we'll stay for food afterwards. I would highly recommend this place xx

5. BattleSports Glos

Elton Farm Leisure Littledean Road, Newnham GL14 1JU England +44 7587 144424 [email protected] https://www.battlesportsglos.com/
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

BattleSports Glos

Outdoor Laser Tag - just like paintball but without the pain! We have over 10 years experience of hosting exceptional events. Outdoor laser tag is the perfect activity for groups, parties and family fun. We use the very latest digital laser guns which have red dot scopes and instant player statistics feedback. Think Call of Duty mixed with Fortnite but played outside with all your friends and family. Perfect for Our battlefield is built on the edge of the Forest of Dean with themed bases, barricades, bunkers and a sneaky flanking woodland. Available to all ages 7 years upwards. Perfect for parties, family fun, stag & hen groups, sports teams and corporate Team Building. Great for large group bookings!

Reviewed By Suzyfield4

Fantastic place for a birthday party. Everyone had such a good time and have been raving about it ever since. Sarah and the lads were all really lovely and helpful - we had to cancel at short notice due to illness and then again because of lockdown and they were just so understanding. Some grown ups enjoyed a cuppa on the decking area, whilst others got stuck in with the kids. Cannot recommend Battlesports enough!

6. Bathurst Pool

High Street Bream, Lydney GL15 5DY England +44 1594 842625 [email protected] https://www.bathurstpool.co.uk/index.html
Excellent
77%
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Bathurst Pool

7. Bird's Pottery

Dean Croft Broad Street, Littledean, Cinderford GL14 3NH England +44 1594 822554 [email protected] http://birdspotterylittledean.com
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Bird's Pottery

Come and visit our friendly, family-run studio. Choose from our wide selection of paint-your-own pottery, have a go on the potters wheel or join a ceramic class. Everyone is welcome - young and old, experienced or first-timers. It's cosy in the winter and in the summer you can enjoy getting creative our pretty courtyard. We also offer children's parties, take-away boxes and adult evenings.

8. Forest of Dean Adventure Activities

Bracelands Drive Christchurch, Coleford GL16 7EG England +44 1594 821003 [email protected] http://www.forestofdeanadventure.co.uk/
Excellent
84%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
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Poor
5%
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4.5 based on 58 reviews

Forest of Dean Adventure Activities

Climbing, High Ropes, Archery, Birthday parties, Stag/Hen do's, Corporate events schools/colleges and youth work. Days out and taster sessions.

Reviewed By MichelleM22 - Andover, United Kingdom

We booked activities for 8 of us for a girls weekend away (14/12/19). After researching online for nearby outdoor activities, half of us decided to do the 1hr Assault Course and the other half chose the 2hr Adventure Challenge. The assault course is pretty short and straightforward at first glance ..but not to be underestimated! We completed the course 4 times but each time with a new team challenge and new props to get around the obstacles. Really entertaining, lots of friendly competition and plenty of giggles and bruises! It's tough on your knees fyi! The other half of our group didn't go ahead with the Adventure Challenge (the height spooked some people once they saw it!) but it wasn't a problem, our instructor kindly let us all take part in the Archery activity instead. Great instruction and made really fun! Definitely recommend this company - good humble outdoor fun for friends and family. We're all in our mid thirties and thought it was great!

9. The Studio Cinema, Coleford

14 High Street, Coleford GL16 8HF England +44 1594 833331 https://www.facebook.com/StudioColeford/
Excellent
49%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
2%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 41 reviews

The Studio Cinema, Coleford

2 Screen Art Deco cinema. Part of the Merlin Cinemas Group. Blockbusters and events on the big screen!

Reviewed By forestsimon2017 - Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Went to my local cinema to see Star Wars. This was my first time here and I was impressed. First, I was hugely impressed at how inexpensive tickets were compared to the large chains...big plus. Staff were very friendly and efficient. Seats were comfortable, plenty of leg room. Screen size was all good and everything was well managed. If I had one SMALL criticism (and it's only because I'm a purist) it's that the sound system isn't quite up to standard. The bass could be deeper, far more middle and a LOT less treble...and the surround element greatly improved. That said, for a town cinema it was good enough and didn't detract. And the film? Awesome! Big thumbs up to The Studio Cinema - highly recommended.

10. Roots

Mallards Pike Lake, Park End, Lydney GL15 4HD England +44 1432 840574 [email protected] http://www.rootsadventure.co.uk
Roots

Adventures, natural obstacle trails & tech, in Forest. One place, one time, one family - experiences differ: 2-7 yr olds (& adults):"Can we have this in our world" asked a child 7-12 yr olds: Building independence, shadowed by parents until confident to run solo 10 yr+ & Adults: Awesome runs @ speed along testing trails Bring picnic rugs & spend a relaxing day with us by lake

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