Top Things to do in Gloucestershire
The International Centre for Birds of Prey
ICBP has been open to the public because 1967, and are celebrating our 50th anniversary this year. As a specialist zoo, you can see over 250 Raptors consisting of Owls, Eagles, Kites, Hawks and Vultures.
The zoo is a Charity and counts on you, our site visitors and fans, for the large majority of its financing.Day-to-day there are demos where you will see many different types of birds being flown. Both amusing and instructional these birds are impressive to watch.
Hopewell Colliery
At Hopewell Colliery you can take among our Guided Underground Tours in the secure hands of an expert Freeminer of the Forest of Dean
Appreciate a cup of tea, coffee or soft drink, gelato or treat in our Museum, Cafe and Gift Shop. You could even witness carts of freshly dug coal being brought to the surface at the entryway to the working mine.
Royal Forest of Dean
Discover a host of great entertainment and activities. For adventure-seekers, we have hill cycling, cycle tracks, zip-wires and kayaking. For explorers, there's an excellent series of attractions, from the magical Puzzlewood to caves and steam trains.
For something a lot more peaceful, enjoy the Sculpture route. This is one of many walks. You will find spectacular views and lots of castles, museums and cathedrals.
Symonds Yat Rock
Admire the picturesque views of the River Wye and surrounding location from this worldwide renowned point of view. Discover the old hillside fort, place birds of prey and delight in a treat from the log cabin cafe.
From Symonds Yat Rock there are waymarked routes. These connect the camping area, to the River Wye and a selection of circular strolls into the forest itself.
Chedworth Roman Villa
Chedworth Roman Villa has some of one of the most outstanding in-situ Roman mosaics in the country. You can also find a bath-house areas and hypocaust systems. You can walk along the suspended walk-ways in our contemporary preservation structure.
Volunteer guides bring the location to life as they share stories of the villa's background and more current work. Scenic tours run most days and reservation is not needed.