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The Gloucestershire market town of Coleford lies in the Forest of Dean, Southwest England. On its doorstep, ancient woodland, tumbling rivers and cider orchards await discovery. It is located right on the forest’s edge, making it a popular stop for walkers and cyclists. It is also just two miles east of the Welsh border and a short drive from the spectacular scenery of the Wye Valley. Coleford’s town centre lies in a gentle valley, with St John Street and Bank Street ascending northward and Lords Hill and High Street running southward. A small brook runs through the town centre and into the surrounding countryside. In the middle of the town, a short stroll from holiday cottages in Coleford, a vast marketplace is overlooked by an ancient clock tower. 

Exterior of a large, 3-storey, brick-built Wye Valley cottage with a large lawn.
Forest House, Gloucestershire
Coleford
Gloucestershire
England
Sleeps
24
Bedrooms
11

Forest House is a spacious holiday cottage located in Coleford, situated in the heart of the picturesque Forest of Dean. This property was formerly a 4-star hotel but is now converted into a self-catering accommodation that is perfect for large groups of holidaymakers who wish to explore the surrounding area. With 11 bedrooms, it can comfortably accommodate up to 24 guests.

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Many of the graceful Georgian facades facing the square hide even older buildings. A series of walking routes are a great way to delve into the town’s fascinating industrial heritage and visit a few of its historical landmarks. These include The Churches Pilgrimage, Inns of the Past, and In Mushet’s Footsteps. There is plenty to do on self-catering holidays in Coleford without leaving the town, including a pair of excellent golf courses, a cinema, and the Great Western Railway Museum. The Carnival of Transport and Coleford Music Festival are among the town’s annual events. There is also a regular farmers’ market, where you can pick up a bag of the finest fresh produce to take back to your holiday cottage in Coleford.

Many of the region’s best family attractions are a stone’s throw from the town, including the ancient forests of Puzzlewood, which have appeared in many TV shows and films, including Star Wars. The iron mines of Clearwell Caves and the Dean Forest steam railway are also popular places to visit.