

Situated west of Gloucestershire, the Forest of Dean attracts campers because of its natural beauty and history. It served as a hunting forest for the royalties during the Medieval period and became a major source of iron, timber, and coal during the industrial years that followed. Today, the magnificent Forest of Dean, with 110 sq km (42 sq mi) of land, is a popular tourist attraction with over 200 species of trees and several scenic hiking trails. Climb up the Symonds Yat Rock and enjoy stunning views of the River Wye. For the ultimate outdoor experience, check out these best campgrounds near Forest of Dean, UK.
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Tent-only campgrounds
1. Chase Camping at Four Oaks Farm, Rugeley
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Posted by Chase Camping at Four Oaks Farm on Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Chase Camping at Four Oaks Farm is a pop-up, no-frill campsite that welcomes seasoned and new campers who are up for living outdoors. This 30-ac (12-ha) campsite offers bell tent rentals, toilets and showers, charging ports, and drinking stations. It only opens for a few select weeks in a year, so it is wise to book in advance to ensure a spot.
At Four Oaks Farm, you can bring dogs. Your furry pals can tag along as you explore the nearby forest trails in Cannock Chase.
Chase Camping at Four Oaks Farm
Website: Chase Camping at Four Oaks Farm
Address: Four Oaks Farm, Rugeley WS15 2UB, United Kingdom (map)
2. Painswick Glamping & Camping, Stroud
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Posted by Painswick Glamping/Camping on Sunday, November 1, 2020
Painswick Glamping and Camping offers cosy shepherd huts for guests who want to camp comfortably. Each hut has a wood burner, a bed, a kettle, and a foldable table. It also has an open-wide ground for tents with shared facilities such as a bathroom with shower, separate toilet, and washing area for pots and pans.
Here, you can relax by the pond, go fishing, or explore the storybook-like village of Cotswold, about 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away from the campsite.
Painswick Glamping & Camping
Website: Painswick Glamping & Camping
Address: Beech Farm, Beech Lane, Stroud GL6 7QZ, United Kingdom (map)
RV campgrounds & RV sites
3. Bracelands Campsite, Christchurch
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Woodlands, majestic oak trees, and stately pine trees surround Bracelands Campsite, situated at the edge of the Forest of Dean. It is one of the largest campsites near the forest, with over 500 pitches. It has electrical hookups for tents, motorhomes, and caravans.
This campsite is open all year round, and there are battery charging stations and a laundry area that allow guests to stay here for long. Camping pods are available for those who want to settle in comfortably indoors with their children and dogs.
Bracelands Campsite
Website: Bracelands Campsite
Address: Bracelands Dr, Christchurch, Coleford GL16 7NP, United Kingdom (map)
4. Elmsdale Camping, Ross-on-Wye
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Posted by Elmsdale Camping on Sunday, September 2, 2018
The family-run Elmsdale Camping welcomes pets and children in its beautiful countryside setting, right on the banks of Garron Brook, in Wye Valley. It offers 30 pitches and 16 electrical hook-ups for tents, caravans, and motorhomes. And its shared facilities include washing up facilities, fridges, toilets and showers.
You’re welcome to book its chalet that comes with a full bathroom, breakfast nook, and kitchenette. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the ancient Goodrich Castle, less than a 10-minute drive away from the site.
Elmsdale Camping
Website: Elmsdale Camping
Address: Marstow, Ross-on-Wye HR9 6HD, United Kingdom (map)
5. Forest and Wye Valley Camping, Lydney
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Morning All, its another beautiful sunny morning here We have had a couple of last minute cancellations. We have three...
Posted by Forest and Wye Valley Camping Site on Saturday, May 1, 2021
Forest and Wye Valley Camping offers 17 hardstanding pitches and 26 grass pitches with electrical hookups and television points. Right on Bearse Farm, this family-operated campsite lets you stay close to the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
You are also welcome to choose the camping pod that comes with a dining table, a television, and a kitchenette. Other facilities you have access to include the laundry area, heated showers, children’s play area, and WiFi access (fees apply).
Forest and Wye Valley Camping
Website: Forest and Wye Valley Camping
Address: Bearse Farm, Bearse Common, St Briavels, Lydney GL15 6QU, United Kingdom (map)
6. Greenway Farm Campsite, Drybrook
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Guests love Greenway Farm Campsite’s beautiful scenery and upgraded camping facilities, such as toddler-friendly and disabled-friendly toilets, free Wi-Fi hotspots, and a laundry room with tumble dryers.
All 55 pitches on the campsite come with electric hookups for RVs and caravans. But you can also book the tastefully curated glamping arks, fitted with a kitchenette and a dedicated dining area. For convenience, you can try its on-site restaurant.
Greenway Farm Campsite
Website: Greenway Farm Campsite
Address: Greenway Farm, Puddlebrook Road, Drybrook GL17 9HW, United Kingdom (map)
7. Hawthorne Cottage Caravan Site, Coleford
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Posted by Hawthorne Cottage Caravan & Motor Home site Forest of Dean on Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Hawthorne Cottage Caravan Site has 10 pitches for hardstanding caravans and motorhomes, electrical hookups for each pitch, toilets and showers, and drinking water stations. If you need to stay connected, you can access WiFi for free. This dreamy camping site welcomes pets and is open all year round. The Forest of Dean is about a 10-minute drive away from the site.
Hawthorne Cottage Caravan Site
Website: Hawthorne Cottage Caravan Site
Address: Clements End, Coleford GL16 8LN, United Kingdom (map)
8. Trippenkennett Farm, Hereford
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Posted by Trippenkennett Farm on Sunday, September 27, 2015
Wake up to the refreshing sights of cattle feeding on grass and ripe apples hanging on trees at the Trippenkennett Farm, a 200-ac (81-ha) working farm running for over 40 years. It offers pitches for your motorhomes and caravans and a self-catering house that sleeps four and comes with a full bathroom, WiFi access, a kitchen, and a private deck.
You can bring your dogs and together stroll through the open-wide ground on-site. The Forest of Dean is a 35-minute drive away from the site.
Trippenkennett Farm
Website: Trippenkennett Farm
Address: Three Ash’s, Hereford HR2 8LZ, United Kingdom (map)
9. Greenacres Campsite, Coleford
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Posted by Greenacres Campsite on Saturday, August 16, 2014
Greenacres Campsite has 17 hardstanding pitches and 23 grass pitches for caravans and RVs. Family-friendly and dog-friendly, this campsite features an on-site cafe, play area, a laundry facility, and modern heated showers.
The dog park is within walking distance, and the Forest of Dean is 13 minutes away by car. While you’re here, you can explore the Sculpture Trail, Clearwell Caves, and the lush woodland of Puzzlewood near Coleford.
Greenacres Campsite
Website: Greenacres Campsite
Address: Scowles Rd, Coleford GL16 8QS, United Kingdom (map)
Explore the beautiful Forest of Dean

Whether you stay in tents or furnished pods, camping is a fun and relaxing activity best experienced with your loved ones. Choose any of the above campgrounds near the Forest of Dean for a memorable experience.
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