2024

YHA ST BRIAVELS CASTLE

Youth hostel

This youth hostel is almost worth a visit on its own. Housed in a castle over eight hundred years old, it's certainly one of the YHA's most surprising. Halfway between the Wye Valley and Dean Forest, it's ideally placed for exploring the surrounding area, and its undeniable cachet will appeal to history buffs. All the usual features of the chain are here: dormitories, private rooms, kitchen, lounges and communal areas. It's equally suited to families and solo travelers.

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2024

TUDOR FARMHOUSE

Hotel €€

This former 13th-century farmhouse has been renovated into a charming luxury boutique hotel offering a rural retreat in the heart of the Forest of Dean. Ideal for couples in search of peace and quiet, the team is dedicated to ensuring a pleasant stay. The beamed rooms are comfortable, modern and vintage. The restaurant serves homemade British cuisine, with produce sourced less than 30 km from the farm. It also serves delicious British afternoon tea. New for 2024: glamping in a luxury tent!

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