This is a must visit in the UK. So peaceful and calm. There is ample space to park your car. You will have to have a look at the photos for you to get a glimpse of what you will experience, if you happen to plan a trip. A small play area designed for toddlers and also a range of farm animals, your toddler will be excited to see these. Some outdoor play facilities have been arranged as well.

Dropping a star because the booking info wasn't clear.. Given two booking times, 10am and 2pm.. it's not explained until after you've booked that it's "any time from 10am..." Plus.. it is a little pricey when you can access other parts of the forest for free.. BUT... It is like stepping into another world. The forest is magical. Even with other people there, it was quiet and beautiful. Lots of places to sit and enjoy nature. Steps are a little slippery so wear good shoes. There's also some farm animals to look at and an indoor and outdoor play area. Gift shop shuts at 5pm though the actual place shuts at 6pm.. something to keep in mind if you're saving your gift purchases until the end.

We spent a wonderful morning in this enchanting, magical forest. We wandered through there for about 3 hours, trying to make sure we didn't miss any of it, and back tracking to see views from different directions. We were lucky to go on a day with some sunshine, the sun light light hitting the mossy trees and lighting them up was just beautiful. Good facilities too, and friendly staff.

Please be aware , wear proper shoes, non slip and waterproof. A lot of mud, slippery, very slippery, and around 300+ stairs up and down, made out of wood and solid rocks. Beautiful views and there is a picnic area as well, enough for 100+people You can buy tickets on the spot. Just £9.90 The walk, depending of how you're moving around, it's about 2 hours, so you can enjoy the views. You can stay as long as you want, there are benches all over the place, made it off wood of course. Enjoy😊

The most stunning place. Very picturesque everywhere you look. But very slippery when it's raining. Make sure of good footwear.

The nature walk was fantastic. Feels like you're in the Ewok village. Be prepared for some mud. I would definitely visit again if I was in the area.

Gorgeous forest! I did feel let down that you have to pay to enter such a beautiful natural spot and of course I would have loved it to be bigger and to have gotten lost for considerably longer than we did. But even at the smaller scale that it is it really is quite stunning.

This place is fantastic! Thoroughly enjoyed our visit today with 2 teenagers who are not normally bird fans. The setting is beautiful, lovely trees and gardens, great facilities (vegan food options, thank you!) and the aviaries were clean & well kept. Had reservations about paying to see captive birds but learning more about the work done here to help endangered species made us happy to support the work. Flying displays were the best we've seen, so entertaining and very informative. Moved through the display at a good rate so not boring for kids and handlers were really knowledgeable and professional. Sound system actually worked so you could hear every word! Thoroughly recommended visiting and would go again.

Thoroughly enjoyed a day out here. The place isn’t brilliantly signposted to get to but once you’re there it’s brilliant. The place is kept up together really nicely, there’s a little cafe which does a great selection of food. The staff all around the site are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I’d say the flight displays are a must!!! You get to see some of the birds in action but I won’t tell you too much otherwise I’ll spoil it. Highly recommend a visit to here, you must book ahead online.

Incredible place doing some fantastic conservation work. Myself and my children enjoyed our visit, the displays are worth waiting around for. I used to visit when I was a child so it's lovely to bring my family back to enjoy the huge variety of birds. We took a picnic as there's lots of areas to sit, the cafe is well stocked too as we had a peak and bought a coffee. The gift shop was small but stocked with lots of goodies to choose at the end of our visit. Jemima and the team are so knowledgeable and you can tell how much care is gone into the birds enclosures, displays and the gardens are beautiful. Highly recommend you pay a visit, I also donate on my birthday each year as I know the funds are well used. Can't wait to go back.

Had a fantastic time at the International Centre for birds of Prey! Really great value for money, great flying demonstrations and great facilities. We took our 8 month old who loved looking at the flying demonstrations. There is great pram access and baby changing facilities. Really looking forward to going back, and definitely considering becoming a member. This facility does great work around the world. Highly recommend a visit.

Highly recommended! Very suitable to all age groups. Good value for money. Lots of birds are available to view and the demonstration is absolutely fun to watch. A lot to learn. The dogs are also a bonus. If you come across this, please visit and support them.

This place is amazing!! Cannot rate it highly enough! The best day out we've had in a very long time..... Even without the Covid induced lack of days out! 😂 The staff are very knowledgeable and clearly have a deep affection for all the birds in their care. There were 3 flying displays throughout our day and we didn't see the same bird fly twice. We spent all day there and honestly, it felt like we'd only been there for a short time despite being there all day. Really didn't want to leave! Will definitely be returning as soon as we can.

The centre is lovely, great selection of birds that you get very close to and great to looking at. The flying demonstration was good, however the sound on the PA kept cutting out. The only thing that let it down and it was kind of a big one for us was that during our picnic were we sat on the supplied picnic benches next to the coffee shop there 5 dogs that seemed to belong to the centre owners / staff that came around us and did nothing but beg for food and generally annoy us and spoil our picnic. I have no problem with dogs being allowed to roam around this kind of places but only ones that are fully trained. We also saw these same dogs using the parks grass and bench area as a toilet which again wasn't great. Shame really.

Dyrham Park is a mansion with a lovely collection of Dutch ceramics, Flemish tapestries, gilt leather walls, and a charming Victorian kitchen. Prams and large bags aren’t allowed inside the mansion, though there are free lockers available. I was allowed to bring my backpack since we had a newborn with us, but was asked to carry it in front - which made taking photos (and being in them) a bit awkward. The staff were friendly, though their presence was very noticeable; they seemed to monitor every move, which can feel a little intrusive at times. The gardens are pleasant and well maintained, though we didn’t spot any deer in the parkland, which was a bit of a shame. A stop at the small medieval church is worth it. One thing to plan ahead for: the mansion is quite a walk from the car park, and parking requires a separate payment. We struggled with this because there’s no mobile reception to pay via the app - it took ages and definitely dampened the mood. I’d recommend bringing coins just in case. There is a shuttle bus available if the walk feels too long, which is a helpful option. We had planned a picnic but left our things in the car while we explored first. Retrieving it later turned into a bit of a mission and cost us quite a bit of time so if you're planning a picnic, consider bringing it with you from the start.

Lovely house and gardens. Quite a walk from the car park but there is a shuttle bus if you don't want to walk. Costs more than other house and gardens but if you bring a picnic there are lots of shady or sunny spots to settle down for a few hours. Did see one pair of deer antlers shading under a tree but that was it as it was a hot day.

Beautiful house with magnificent gardens and parkland. There are several walks (some very steep paths and steps, but there are benches around so you can take a breather) around the estate that offer great views over the Severn Valley, and surrounding countryside. It's well signposted, just a couple of miles off the M4 towards Bath. There's a nice tea room offering the usual NT fare, with seating outside (very popular with the wasps 😃).

Beautiful National Trust site. Excellent walks with stunning views. Dyrham Park house is just stunning with beautiful gardens, church, and ponds. You have video history, tea rooms, and a mobility bus for the elderly and disabled. Really helpful, informative staff. We would highly recommend.

A beautiful large estate with deer roaming. Lovely for walking with a treed avenue to start the approach to the mansion which is open to the public. We were lucky enough to hear a musician play a piece by Bach on the harpsichord which added to the day.

Really nice place to visit,the gardens are nice and the house very interesting. Free parking for National Trust members otherwise £4 for all day. Spent just under 4 hours which included a coffee ( which was excellent) visit to gardens.house and view point, did 10000 steps in all

William Blathwayt, an important personage in English Parliament and married to the heiress Mary Wynter, had the house built in stages in the 17th and early 18th centuries from an inherited dilapidated Tudor manor house. The National Trust has made extensive renovations over recent years but afew rooms were quite empty. The ones that are furnished were interesting to see and there were many knowledgeable volunteers on hand. There's one room that showcases embossed leather panelling but, due to previous misguided treatment, its colour has completely faded and it looks more like metal! The café is large and has an outside area in the old stable courtyard where plants are sold and where you can find the shop. But we were pleased we brought a picnic as the café only appeared to sell pasties and sandwiches and gave the impression the Trust is tightening its belt, which isn't surprising with all the sites and countryside it looks after. The parkland is extensive and a small flock of deer were reintroduced last year. There are little buses you can take from the carpark down to the house as it's a fair distance away.

Nice caves but not much geological structures to see. The main attraction of the cave was actually the art trail inside it with a few sculptures to be found and learn more about them. Free parking available on site. Facilities were ok with a cafe and toilets available.

Interesting experience and nice to do on a hot day as the caves are 10c. The sculptures are pleasant but I found the mines and history more engaging. The cafe is nice and had a good selection of drinks and cakes including a few Gluten free cakes.

Brilliant caves and even more special with the sculpture exhibition that’s on this summer. Visited in summer holidays on a wet morning, with two children (ages 8 and 9). We all enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend! It was quite busy, but we hadn’t booked in advance and were allowed in straight away. Free parking, there’s also a cafe on site but we didn’t visit it ourselves.

Always visit the caves whenever we are in the area. Enjoyed the sculpture exhibition - a unique art gallery underground! However, I do feel that this took a lot away from the actual caves/mines and there seemed to be less info about them than I remember previously so I wonder if plaques had been removed or hidden for the exhibition. Still an enjoyable visit.

We enjoy a decent visit to some caves and Clearwell Caves was no exception. The caves themselves are brilliant. A good bit of history to check out at the start of the tour. They also have some exhibitions in the caves which were really good. This was better than I expected

This was the most unique art gallery I have ever been in. I would say it’s a must see, even children 5 and up on my opinion would enjoy it. Most of my explorations were done on my own with no other visitors. It is a little dark with the exhibitions spot lit. If you are claustrophobic you might have a hard time. It took me about 2 hours to explore, you should also wear good shoes here. I enjoyed the museum that talked about ochre and ore mining, and likes that many of the sculptures were metal. I really enjoyed the exhibition and would definitely go again. There is a cafe, and games as well as toilets. There is an outside sitting area with a semi adventure playground. I loved it, but I also loved that here the staff say #sconeAsingone. Nice to meet you Jonathan and Sue!

My third visit here with my family and we were fortunate to be there for the very last day of the modern art exhibition. Such a fascinating place with lots of historical stories and accounts from people who worked these mines. A must visit if you're in this area !

We loved our visit to National Trust – Chedworth Roman Villa! The audio tour was excellent — with separate kids’ and adults’ versions that were both fun and educational. We found it even more engaging than an on-site talk, as it really brought the history to life for all ages. The children especially enjoyed the summer play activities — they tried every single game and had an absolute blast! We learned a lot during our visit and ended up spending about 2.5 hours exploring the site. A fantastic mix of history, hands-on fun, and beautiful surroundings — highly recommended for families.

Oh wow!!! What an incredible experience. Highly recommend it - absolutely worth it. A lovely gentleman gave us such interesting information about the Villa. There is a museum on site which displays more artifacts that were unearthed on site.

On my bucket list. Loads to see. £14 to non members of national trust. Great audio guide to accompany visit. Would like to back when it's warmer to enjoy the outside more. Showcase piece was the mosaics. Amazing. There's toilets, a cafe and games and activities for children. Lots of additional info on the audio guide too. Free car park at the end of long, beautiful, narrow country roads through the estate, (highwayman pheasants on the road there and back!)

We really enjoyed our first visit to Chedworth, which is in a beautiful Cotswold setting. Only negative, it was not dog friendly, which is unusual for the National Trust, but we should have done our research anyway. Nice and quiet though and we swapped around, taking it in turns to explore. The free audio tour is great and we really enjoyed learning about the areas Roman history. Plenty of space to picnic and relax too, so all in all, a local treasure for all the family to enjoy for a few hours (except the pooch). Well done to the staff and volunteers, who you can tell, take pride in the venue.

This is a great place to visit, ideally when it's not raining. It's got to be the largest villa we've visited. This includes the Brading Villa on the Isle of Wight. The audio guide is excellent and gives a great insight into the Villa and what you are looking at. We spent over 2 hours here and they have a very nice cafe should you want refreshments. Highly recommended.

Amazing site. Quite a drive through single lane roads to get here. Loved the mosaics - so well preserved! The audio guide is excellent. Spent about 2h here with a cafe visit.

Really beautiful and interesting place, fabulous to see the mosaics, and ruins of bathhouse etc. The museum building i found underwhelming, but tge grounds are stunning to walk around. Staff were very friendly and proactively offering snippets of information. We didn't take the free guided tour as it looked a little too heavy on the information for us personally. Will be interesting to see more of the ruins when money permits more excavation. Lovely cafe and shop, although a beautiful place for picnicing too.

A fantastic and absolutely beautiful museum. History meets engineering genius, science, technology and architecture, all in one fantastic venue. Seeing the Concorde, then going inside it was an absolutely amazing experience. The staff were very helpful and friendly. There's a cafe - 'Flight Line' with seating area. There's also a gift shop. An outdoor playground with an aeroplane shaped ride for young children. Entry tickets are sold on site.

Free parking is always a good start. The Concorde is, of course, the star of the show – a stunning reminder of what happens when British and French engineers armed with little more than paper, pens and a shedload of maths decide to do something extraordinary. You can go inside, walk through it, and marvel at the detail. Ideally, visit on a weekday – it’s quieter and you’ll have more time to take it all in. You get a small discount if you book online in advance. The defence section is both fascinating and a little terrifying. Toilets are clean, the gift shop is well stocked, and the café is large with a good selection (if a bit on the pricey side). In short: go. Buy some fridge magnets and postcards, and show your kids what real innovation looks like. As the UK slides further behind in engineering, it’s never been more important to inspire the next generation with things that actually matter – not whatever political junk is trending on TikTok. Support this place. It deserves it.

I visited the museum with my wife specifically to see Concorde. This didn’t meet my expectations- the whole experience FAR surpassed them. A lovely few hours out. Concorde pretty overwhelming, and very well cared for. Whole experience made very special by a lovely, lovely volunteer called Dave, who knew his stuff and clearly loved the plane. Also found the Cafe lovely. I will almost certainly be going back.

We bought our tickets online with a 10% discount but could have bought tickets at the door no problem. We visited during the summer holidays so it was busy but not hectic. There is lots to learn here and not just about the Concorde. The layout is easy to follow just by following the arrows on the ground when you get in, the volunteers are so lovely and helpful - Barry & Cathy had some great info and conversation. Definitely worth the visit.

The Aerospace complex is an amazing place, lots of history, lots of technical info, volunteers are knowledgable and very helpful. Tckets bought once are valid for 1 year, so we can come back and visit this place again, which is amazing. The complex is situated in ULEZ free area of Bristol which is the main important thing for us from the outside Bristol area. I do highly recommend it as a day trip with or without children.

An amazing experience if you find anything to do with planes interesting. Spent 3 hours there and could have done more but had another event to attend. There was an amazing amount of history in one place on how aerospace evolved over the years. If you find planes and their history interested this is definitely one to go to! Highly recommmend it!

Surprisingly good , esp historical exhibits might get crowded on a schools off day , not a huge collection but very well done , great shop n cafe

Took our 3 kids (all 4 and under) for the day. Staff were really welcoming and they had 'Andy's adventure' theme with lots of extra bits around the park. These were hosted by staff and really clever and fun for the kids. The theme ran across the whole park and there were some really clever bits the kids got to be involved with. There are still some areas of the park under construction but there is still plenty to see and explore. You can definitely see the vision and it will be a great zoo over the next few years. There were some lovely play parks and climbing bits for the kids. Not many animals but this will increase. The animals they did have were in some great enclosures with easy visibility and unique viewing points. The bear walk was lovely and memorable! Paths were lined with blackberry bushes which felt really natural and aided in the wildlife support. Lots of fun signs and interesting bits for the kids to see along the way. My kids loved the maze too. We had a lovely day out and will return again see what changes and animals are there. It has been cleverly thought out and designed perfectly for both visitors and animals/wildlife.

Nice little zoo, aimed at younger children. Lots of walking around to the different exhibits. We looked at everything at a leisurely pace with several drinks and food stops in under six hours. The site is expanding. Hopefully they will also build more toilets - the current lack of being really my only criticism. Probably best visited when the weather is half decent.

I had a lovely day here. There’s a lot of space for the animals and it’s nice that they are able to roam around. There’s not as big a selection of animals, but there are still plenty there to see. We got lucky and managed to see all the animals. There’s still work in progress, and there’s some work under construction. The highlight for me was seeing the giraffes. One of the giraffes was really close. It was amazing to see. The bear woods was good too, as we managed to see the bears come out at the perfect time. We got ice cream at the end, which was delicious. I had a really nice day here at the zoo. I’d highly recommend it for a day out.

Had a lovely time visiting Bristol Zoo Project. Loved seeing all of the animals. Keepers/ volunteers were very friendly and knowledgeable about the animals. Loved the talks they did throughout the day. Spacious car park, clean facilities and lots of places to sit and have food and drink. The only downside are the prices for food and drink. Would recommend a visit!

Been to Bristol Zoo before, but not the new location. Still very much in the process of moving over to the new area and all for that, nothing against it, but we went here for the Andy Day trail/experience and Halloween very much took over, there were only a few things to do with Andy Day and my daughter would have loved to have seen more. Hopefully our next visit will be better with more animals moved across, alot of areas empty and only 1 in some places. But we will be back!

It was disappointing that some areas, such as the pandas, were off-limits but not disclosed when we booked, and volunteers said we didn’t see much of the lemurs because of the construction noise in the next field. That said, the giraffes were great, meerkats lovely and the bear forest walk a great spot to see the shambling brown giants napping in the sun. The site is very pleasant and much kinder to the animals than the old Clifton plot.

Having read some negative reviews we almost didn’t go. People said they didn’t see animals and it was expensive. We decided to take our granddaughters and hope to see a few animals, we took sandwiches and drinks. We got there in time to see lemurs being fed. We saw cheetahs in the field adjacent. Then the giraffes, then the bear walk, which is brilliant. We saw all four bears close to. Saw a wolverine with food, a lynx enjoying the afternoon cool, then wolves, close to although through glass, but -wow. Saw the red river hog, red pandas, hornbills. I think the only thing we didn’t see was the deer. There’s plenty of space, several good playgrounds for children of different ages. We bought two ice creams which cost £6.50, and two cups of tea also for £6.50, which - yes, was quite expensive. A family ticket costs about £65 or £75 with a donation. But all in all, we had a great day out. Oh and access is so easy by car, just off J17, M5.

The Perrygrove railway adventure was such a cute addition to my daughter's second birthday trip. We hopped onto a vintage steam train that took us to a play area. The play area was a hit with our toddler. She enjoyed it thoroughly and the miniature forest walks were worth it.

Perrygrove Railway Adventure is a nice place for a children and family day out. Here you'll find a nice cafe with a picnic area. There is also a children's play village next to the cafe. There are constant train rides you can pay for, it's around 20 minutes in total. Young children will definitely enjoy it. We came on a nice Summer's day which made it all the better.

Perrygrove Railway Adventure is such a lovely day out and has a really charming concept. The main highlight is the steam train that takes you around the park with several fun stops along the way. You can hop on and off as much as you like since unlimited train rides are included. Trains run every 30 minutes so you are never waiting long and each stop has something different to enjoy. The stations include Perrygrove, Oakiron, Rookwood and Foxy Hollow. Each one has its own attractions like picnic areas, playgrounds and walking trails. There are plenty of picnic tables at every stop so it is easy to bring your own food and make a day of it. The playgrounds are brilliant and well kept, and the jungle tree house is a real hit with the kids. The walking trails are great for stretching your legs and taking in the peaceful countryside. You can mix train rides with walks so the day never feels rushed. The staff are friendly and welcoming which adds to the warm atmosphere. It feels like a proper family run business where they care about visitors having a good time. Free parking is available which is always a bonus. Overall Perrygrove Railway Adventure is a great place for families. Whether you want to relax and ride the trains or explore the trails and playgrounds there is something for everyone.

Our first visit in about 6 years now. In that time they have added a new tube maze which my kids enjoyed. There was also a new tractor ride area, but it was disappointing this wasn't working in the summer holidays. Reading other people's reviews on this place is assuming. People are under the odd assumption that it's a train for transport around the forest of dean. It is definitely not! 😂 It's a good place for young kids who like trains and want to experience short, novelty rides on them. The park areas are unique and could keep younger kid's entertained for hours. It's a nice half a day out, and can be paired with puzzlewood over the road if you're looking for a full family day out.

We was with 7y old daughter and was very happy. We was on weekend and must wait 1 hour for available tickets. But area was lovely, staff very friendly. Train fantastic. Clean toilet. Nice cafe.

Brilliant place, lots todo there my 2 year old loved it lots of goes on the train and different areas to play in the kids village thing was brilliant when it rained, would go again

Well at 41 and 37 years old we had a lovely hour or so here sitting on the train and spotting the signs as part of the autumn competition (which I was allowed to take part in AND won a chocolate coin... buzzing...!!) It was priced fairly with lovely coffee and staff. I read all the 'not so good' reviews for my own amusement and can only marvel at the sheer entitlement of people. Sometimes, people, you must improve your mindset to ensure you enjoy things...✨️

Small stop on the line, but excellent to break the trip and walk into Lydney for a bite to eat.

Good newspaper but not very to deliver papers for.

Good helpful staff who make it easy to do what you go for.

Never receive paper in the post anymore 😭😭😭

Interesting

Absolutely amazing day at this little treasure of a railway. Booked a diesel driving experience for our son and was not disappointed. Arrived early and was given a really informative tour by Rob who was really passionate about the railway and that really showed. Then we moved into the driving. The two Adam’s who were teaching were fantastic, our son jumped straight into the cab and was driving within a few minutes. A quick 10 minute run before a short wait before driving the whole length of the track for about 20-30 mins. The Adam’s answered all his questions and gave us lots of information about the train and the route and made us feel really welcome. Doug looked after us in the brake van and explained what was happening every step of the way. It was an amazing day out and well worth it!! Will definitely look at doing again

Had a nice afternoon here. Everyone was very friendly and the trains were running but with a delay to a broken down engine so we joined a returning trip. We arrived on the off chance and managed to get a ticket but I suggest booking online. The journey is a relatively short one and the turn around time at each end of the line was lengthy. A quick stop at the cafe for refreshments was welcome. Great afternoon for the kids to see some trains. It's run by volunteers and the communication left a lot to be desired at times. It you are not in a hurry then hop on board and relive some nostalgia.

We booked a cream tea in First Class from Norchard station. It was very well organised. You had to collect your food and drink from the cafe to take with you on the train. The 3 of us has armchairs right at the front/end of the train. Definitely something I would recommend.

We visited the railway at the beginning of this week whilst on a short break to the Forest of Dean. It was a wonderfully nostalgic experience - literally, a journey back in time, surrounded by authentic buildings and ephemera, and run by friendly volunteers who are genuinely passionate about what they do. A great way to spend a few hours!

Fantastic little Preserved Railway which lives up to its billing as 'The Friendly line'. Plenty of, Free, Parking and Disabled parking at Norchard, but a bit of a walk to departure platform - all ramped - and you need to allow plenty of time from leaving car to get to departure platform. Great facilities, Cafe, waiting room shelters and small museum and shop. Day rover tickets very reasonably priced and Dog Day rover only £2 - Other Preserved railways please note! Some of you charge a high ticket price for our doggy friends. Plenty of water bowls for dogs too. Weirdest platform layout I've ever come across at a Railway station but it works, Ask staff for directions if first visit. I visited with Charlie, The Diesel bashing dog, who is also now a Deltic fan!, on 14/09/25 for Autumn Diesel Gala, specifically to ride, once more, behind 55009 Alicydon, Now in FP Blue livery with white Cab surrounds, and sporting Rail 200 plaque on her nose, to go with other DPS Deltic 55 015 Tulyar, who wears Rocket 150 plaque. Greatful thanks to DPS for providing guest loco for gala. Will come again. All photos and video copyright Terence Coleman, 2025.

We had a very pleasant couple of hours on the forest of dean railway. Worth every penny, the staff are great and the engine kept in brilliant condition the drivers are very knowledgeable and happy to answer any questions while showing off their pride and joy. The carriages are very comfortable and clean, the stations pretty and well kept but also you get a sense of the history behind it all. Great, thank you

Had a fantastic time with fish and chip supper a gift to celebrate our 50 th wedding anniversary from family it was so lovey watching the beautiful country side and enjoying our supper yummy dessert and a drink. The staff were doing a great job keeping us all happy well done one to truly remember 💗

A fantastic day out for the dogs/kids🐾 I paid £6.50 for 4 hours of parking on-site (plenty available). Access to the sculpture trail is free. I walked at a leisurely pace, stopping to admire some of the sculptures with a dog that loves to sniff and we completed it in about 2h15m so can be done quicker if necessary. Some of the sculptures require you to double back on yourself to complete the trail but it is faily easy to follow the arrows (see pictured or on map). Be sure to keep your head up & eyes peeled otherwise you may miss some! Hilly terrain, walking shoes recommended. The cafe at the start/end of the trail has toilets, drinking water and a place to stop for a drink afterwards. The only negative: the are no waste bins along the trail so be sure to have the means to carry your rubbish/dog waste with you until the end.

Stunning views amazing cafe service was excellent. Best cappachino ever actually froth inside the ☕ cup. Lovely customer service.. The park is stunning, beautiful playground area for smaller children. Smaller walks, moderate walks, bigger walks.. Seen few squirrels, plus beautiful birds, singing, it's well signed for no bikes down certain routes. I'm straight in my reviews there followed.. Let me tell you one of the most beautiful places to vist bring children a absolute must. It's outstanding.

If you’re looking for a place where your kids can run wild without breaking your furniture, the Forest of Dean is perfect. The trails are awesome, long enough to tire them out, but friendly enough that even little legs can conquer them. Picnic spots are scattered about, so you can unleash your snacks like a woodland feast, and yes, there’s actually good parking (a mythical British rarity). It’s beautiful, peaceful, and kid-friendly, which means adults can actually enjoy themselves too instead of just surviving the outing. Think of it as nature’s playground with just enough civilization to keep the parents sane. Highly recommend, you’ll leave with muddy shoes, tired children, and a weird urge to become a tree hugger.

Great day out for couples,family and dogs. Parking is £5.50 for 3hours or can pay less or more, plenty of spaces. Cafe on site and clean toilets. There is no bins on site, only 2 dog bins at the start, there was a small amount of litter on the trail but overall unspoilt. The path is very well trodden and well kept but very slightly muddy and slippery at some points. Highly recommend going on a sunny autumn walk.

A really great way to explore the forest and spend time with family. Sculptures are varied and interesting providing talking points. Forest was gorgeous in autumn. We ended up exiting at short cut B on the trail as we needed the loo! Coffee shop was ok. Coffee not the best but looked like lots of good food options. Toilet facilities were good. Car park was a great price for a free activity.

A nice easy walking route throughout the forest following the purple Sculpture trail arrors. The stained glass window at the end was beautiful. Paths are lovely and wide and well maintained. Might be difficult with a pushchair as it does slope here and there but an easy walking route without. Also offers a child friendly Stick Man route to follow if walking with young ones.

Quite a long walk, precisely 9km 😳. Took 2 hours for the whole trail, quite long for just a walk. Not very many sculptures but the stained glass one was the best!!! Quite disappointing for a 2 hour walk because not many sculptures. Would except more to be added over the next couple of years. I would recommend if you would want to waste 2 hours of your life for barely any sculptures. Quite a relief when we saw the car! Overall, do the walk if you don’t care if you die of not hydrating yourself.

Visited the Gromit Unleashed 3 exhibition at Cribbs Causeway. A wonderful opportunity to see all the statues on the Gromit trail 2025 as well as lots or Norbots that were placed in schools.

Love this place it was one of the places i always looked forward to going to leading up to Christmas when i was young and it was newly opened with its indoor fountain and outdoor fountains and stream that flows all the way down to the roundabout with a main water fall now its not as good the indoor fountain has been restricted for a long time wear it no longer done its high blasts of water wear it nearly hits the roof that was my favourite part then up to recently it was cut down to like 2 scenes that wasn't very interesting but now has been completely covered over wich is a massive shame i have a interest in lifts and escalators so seeing the refurbishment happening has been really interesting to me at different stages each month i visit. The mall has massive amounts of parking and its own bus station with a good range of destinations and a live departure board just inside the entrance to the mall from the bus station. All parts of the mall has step free access with plenty of lifts and step free shops there is also accessible toilets near by to wear ever you are in the mall. There is a information desk on the ground floor in the centre of the mall

If you're looking for a solid shopping trip in Bristol, The Mall at Cribbs Causeway is definitely worth a visit. One of the biggest perks is free parking. Unlike a lot of other shopping centers that charge ridiculous prices just to park, Cribbs has a massive car park where you can leave your car all day without worrying about the cost. That alone makes it a winner in my book. Inside, there are loads of shops to browse through, including Marks & Spencer, John Lewis, Boots, Next, and plenty more. Whether you’re after clothes, homeware, or just fancy a browse, you won’t be short of options. It’s not as big or varied as Cabot Circus in the city center, but it covers all the essentials. When it comes to food, there’s a great mix of places to eat. You’ve got classic spots like Nando’s and Pizza Hut, plus fast food options like Burger King, Greggs, and Slim Chickens. Whether you’re after a sit-down meal or just a quick bite, there’s something for everyone. The food court is well laid out, so even when it’s busy, you can usually find a table without too much hassle. One thing I really like about The Mall is how clean and well maintained it is. The whole shopping center looks modern and tidy, and even the toilets are kept really clean, which isn’t always the case in big shopping centers. It also looks amazing at Christmas. They really go all out with decorations, and the whole place has a festive, cozy vibe. I’d say The Mall feels a lot cleaner and safer than Cabot Circus. There’s way less of the usual city center hassle, no worries about parking charges, no dodgy backstreets, and it just feels like a more relaxed shopping experience overall. That being said, Cabot Circus does have more to do, especially if you’re looking for entertainment, nightlife, or a wider range of shops. Vue cinema is just around the corner from The Mall, so if you fancy making a day of it, you can do some shopping, grab some food, and then catch a film. The Mall at Cribbs Causeway is a great place for a stress free shopping trip. It’s clean, safe, has free parking, plenty of shops, and a good food selection. It might not have quite as much going on as Cabot Circus, but for an easy, enjoyable shopping experience, it’s definitely a top choice.

A lovely lady attended us , unfortunately forgot her name , 3 months ago we booked to go to Egypt and chose sharm el sheikh sensetori coral blue , and we went there from the 16th of May till 23may,it was amazing , l enjoyed my stay and l would recommend anyone who wants to book their holiday to book with Tui, well organised, everything was top notch . I was very impressed and l referred my beloved ones to book with Tui as well

Don't think I have been here since a couple of days before or after Christmas. Couldn't believe how busy it was, it was probably busier here today than when I visited just a few days before Christmas last year. Got my watch battery and reseal at the Watch Lab and had a wander around the mall and neighbouring retail parks whilst I was waiting. Nice place to have a wander now and again, managed to avoid buying too much. Didn't notice any empty stores, was good to see it so busy in a way, though does have the effect on me that I'm less in the mood to shop for much

Excellent mobility centre on lower levels. Electric scooters can be taken to your car to further aid the pax experience.

Horrible vibe. The building is insanely loud, very difficult to find your way around in and made me feel like I had vertigo. The shops are unaffordable and there is very little variation. Couldn’t find a book shop or music shop anywhere. Took over an hour to find somewhere that actually had the capacity to serve us food, at which point I’d rather have just passed out than paid over £40 for two burgers. Probably the worst shopping experience of my lifetime.

What an absolutely fabulous place to visit, especially for those who are fond of the Macarbe, true crime, serial killers, occult and oddities, could have spend the whole day looking around at this fascinating museum, so much to look at and it could seem overwhelming at first, just an amazing collection! Loved the setting and the arrangement, walking around what was a working Jail in itself was interesting. The owners were very welcoming and knowledgeable about the items on show, and were able to inform me of where certain items I wanted to view where within the museum and offered to show me if I was unable to find what I was looking for. Small gift shop for souvenirs, drinks available. Children are welcome but at parents discretion, some item/articles on show are not for the snowflakes. I cant stress how amazing this place is, an absolute great place to visit if your in the area! Cash only.

Museum is certainly different, it is not for children. It's like someone personal collection and it was all a bit closed in. If you easily offended then I wouldn't recommend this. I felt after an hour, it was doing my head in as a lot of newspapers cuttings on the walls, just all to much to take in. It didn't feel like you was in a jail. It's worth a look for £10, they only take cash.

It wasn't what I expected but amazing experience. Some great collections and artifacts and the building is just stunning. So well maintained . Bring cash as they dont have a card reader.

This place is like no other I've ever visited. 100% not suitable for children. It's a biazzare collection of celebrity autographs, items from history and lots and lots of crime artifacts. Some of the photos are very graphic but there are multiple warnings before you enter. If you are sensitive this place is probably not for you. I'm glad I went out of curiosity if nothing else. The place does have a very cluttered feel about it and there doesn't seem to be any historical context, just a lot of newspaper cuttings. Overall, it's worth a visit but I probably wouldn't return.

We weren't sure what to expect. What I can tell you is we weren't expecting what we visited.... And I'm still not sure if that's a good or a bad thing. I'm still staring into the middle distance 4 hours later. If you're open minded, game for a laugh, and it's tipping it down, then it's worth a visit just to say you've experienced it - but this is more a private collection of personal pieces and ramblings than a factual and historic museum of a jail and crime, it's far too sporadic and random for that. It's thought provoking, and probably educational for the more pedestrian among us. I'll certainly be telling my friends to visit but probably for a different reason than the owner and proprietor envisaged. One thing of note. There are endless framed newspaper clippings. ENDLESS. They are on every single square inch of wall and ceiling -and countless amateur, oil on canvass paintings of the images in those newspaper clippings. I like to mess about in my shed on a Saturday afternoon fixing stuff. I can only Imagine what goes through the mind of a man that would instead paint a montage of newspaper cuttings of a spread eagle Nicola Sturgeon. Then repeat the process but with Diane Abbot riding Jeremy Corbyn?? Lovingly crafted hand painted pictures. There are disclaimers everywhere and I would also reiterate them, probably not a place for your overactive 9 year old. You do NOT want to answer the questions.

Fantastic collection, such interesting reads which could take all day, but its such an eye opener. Well done Andy the owner for doing such an incredible array, photo's, autographs, artifacts etc.

This is the kind of place you’re either going to love or hate. For me and my partner it was more of the latter, hence my rating, but that’s just us and there’s plenty of warnings about what to expect. Others I’m sure will delight in the twisted spectacle of it all. Be warned though, that this place does have a heavy energy, I was about half way through the building when I started to feel physically sick and in need of some air, which took me by surprise as I was expecting to find it all quite harmless. Speaking of which, the first thing that hits you when you enter the building is the smell. A dense aroma that just felt oppressive and stagnant. Maybe something to do with all the grotesque taxidermy, but again I think it just reflects the claustrophobic energy of the place. There’s exhibits everywhere, from weapons, to weird figurines, military paraphernalia, crime and punishment stuff, witchcraft, satanic and the occult, war imagery and lots of sexualised content too. There’s actually very little about the history of the museum itself, rather it’s a cluttered collection of the darkest interests a Human mind could have. What felt most unsettling and confusing was that among the serial killers and horrifically graphic war imagery, was all the pornographic and lewd newspaper cuttings of nude celebrities. Think Daily Star wallpaper. It felt completely out of context, apart from maybe being a ‘graphic’ representation of the kind of depravity that could be felt in the museum in general. To sum up, it felt more like walking through a snuff movie than an actual museum. Sure there are some genuinely interesting historical artefacts here and there, but they are far outnumbered by the sheer disturbing randomness of the rest of the exhibits. Definitely not child friendly at all, some of the images on display you can’t ‘unsee’. So not fair to subject a kid to that. Also probably best to have an exorcist on call just in case you leave the place with an unexpected guest! Glad we tried it, even just as a reminder to appreciate the beautiful things in life even more, but won’t be visiting again. So in that respect, it definitely lives up to its reputation!

The course is set in a beautiful forest. It feels safe and well-maintained and the staff are welcoming, enthusiastic and focused on ensuring everyone's safety. The course has 5 zones that get progressively more challenging, each ending in a zip line. It is exhilarating and takes some strength and stamina. My 10-year old did their first Treetop Challenge here, having had several positive experiences with the nearby Treetop Adventure / Adventure Plus. Nevertheless, the final cargo net climb was a bit too challenging, after the rest of the course. I felt reassured when a member of staff was on hand after a minute and was able to offer assistance via a manual pulley system, so that my kid was part lifted, part climbing to the next platform. This kind of attention and awareness is the kind of thing that makes Go Ape special. Many thanks to all the staff we saw there.

Brilliant day out, I’ve done a few go apes at different locations now including: Wendover woods and Whinlatter Forest. Instructions I always find crystal clear, 5 sites to complete, some courses offer a slightly different route. Can be a bit time consuming depending on who is in front of you Overall I always love go ape, brilliant activity for the kids and family

We joined a segway session today in the Forest of Dean. Rowan was our leader. He was extremely patient and gave very clear instructions. I was a little nervous to begin with as I had not been on a segway before but I needn't have worried. Rowan spoke very clearly and calmly and after a few minutes in the training area, I was excited to get going! We absolutely loved our experience today. The three of us had such a fun time. Tired legs now but it was worth it!

Hands down one of the scariest but most fun experiences I’ve ever had. The area is split across 5 courses with the first one being an almost ground level ‘tutorial’ comprised of three obstacles. The remaining four increase in height and difficulty as you work your way through them with the second being completely supervised and the last three being largely unsupervised. The safety features and instructions are very thorough, as long as you follow the rules you are never not connected to something safely. You have two ‘lifelines’ attached to your harness so while you’re hooking up to the next obstacle on the course you’re still connected to the safety line on the last platform until you’re certain everything is secure!! The obstacle courses themselves were fantastic with a great variety of stepping platforms, jumps, hangs, zip lines, and even a tunnel at one point (which sees you staring straight at the ground). Perfect for thrill seekers and those wishing to push themselves. Most of the courses have branching pathways having options for those who wish to push themselves with the harder and scarier obstacles (like the giant ‘Tarzan swing’ on course 5), or want to play it a little safer. We mostly played it safe as it was our first time and the later courses get quite high, but we did all push ourselves to do the giant leap of faith that is the Tarzan swing at the end. Each of the courses ends in a zip-line, which I found to completely eradicate all fear from the course as you have a fun and thrilling glide through the forest back to safety and hit the ground rearing to go again. We went as a family of 5 but completed the course as a family of two after some tears and a lot of real effort to push through that ultimately led our two youngest to throw in the towel. But the staff were incredibly accommodating and kind about everything. Our youngest (a 10 year old) took off her harness at the first obstacle finding the height to be too much but after watching the rest of us she was insistent she wanted to try again. The staff very kindly let her try again and she made it through a few obstacles before freezing at the first Tarzan swing and turning around again. Despite us pushing and being allowed a second attempt, we were still issued a full refund for her ticket. It shows just how kind and how wonderful the whole team are at the site. Our oldest also froze several times at the first Tarzan swing on course two, probably spending 20 minutes up there before finally taking the leap. But our instructor Ellie never stopped with kind words of encouragement and reassurance as other people passed and he worked himself up to do it. Ultimately after facing that fear he was the only one of our three kids to finish all 5 courses with us including the giant Tarzan swing on the 12m high course 5. Our middle child made it as far as he could manage having a great time on what he managed and calling it when the height got too much for him. I very nearly did the same for the last course but having made it that far I wanted to push through and I’m very glad I did. The two staff who’s names I managed to get, Ellie and Rowan, were so helpful they really deserve special mention, and the lady at the end who did our certificates was also great but sadly didn’t manage to get her name. Everyone on their team was absolutely fantastic, but Rowan and Ellie in particular went above and beyond to make sure everyone in our group was okay and having fun. We must have caused them so many headaches… Going in the rain was maybe not the best idea for a first time. For me it made the atmosphere the much more enjoyable (I love a forest in the rain) but some of the obstacles, particularly the metal ones, did become very slippery and ultimately much much scarier as a result. But with the safety lines there was no risk. Ultimately we all had a great day out and I, despite my fear, would 100% go back and do it all again. Hospitality at its finest, I hope the managers and larger company appreciate just how amazing the team here are!!

We loved the treetop challenge. The staff were great, the course fun and I felt excited and safe the whole day. Mallard’s Pike is a beautiful location, which I’ll definitely be coming back to.

Definitely amazing weekend getaway for all ages! Staff was amazing and very helpful, they’d make sure you know all the safety protocols for you to fully enjoy. Loved the difficult paths and all the zip lines!

What a brilliant experience! There was a bit of trepidation at the start but once we had practiced a few times on the training circuit, we found our confidence and loved every moment. Rowan, our Segway Instructor, was really fantastic. He addressed any worries in a really lovely manner, ensured that the most nervous of the group had a bit more instruction. He was knowledgeable and made our experience a memorable one. Thanks Rowan, we'll be back I'm sure!

A must for anyone interested in the Arts and Crafts movement and William Morris in particular. Also a fascinating recent history and renovation. It is near the start of the river Thames and the Thames Path is nearby. A beautiful garden and a restful atmosphere. Good café for a freshly prepared snack. It's a member of the Historic Houses Association.

Fascinating place to visit and gain an increased understanding of the arts and crafts movement. Book ahead as it's timed tickets for entry to the house itself although you can enjoy the garden etc. ahead of this. We enjoyed a gentle stroll through the village from the car park to the house although there is a shuttle bus available. The staff were all absolutely delicious delightful, so friendly and super helpful. We enjoyed refreshments and explored the garden before our timed tickets for the house. There's plenty of information but talking to the guides is recommended as they are all highly knowledgeable and really bring their stories to life. Before leaving we went back to the cafe for some delicious salads which were great value for money. Highly recommend a visit!

Having been a bit jaded by some of the houses I’ve seen lately, this was a complete and utter joy. The place itself is real Cotswold country and the house itself an old farmhouse/Manor House of little rooms. Im not a massive fan of Morris, but I loved this place and what it had on show. Not overwhelming, but everything was a gem. The attic rooms were just magical. Lovely simple gardens of ancient persimmons and quince add to the charm. There is an old wooden loo tucked away in the back garden such as was used commonly in its day- worth a look. The guides and staff were delightful, jolly, unintrusive and very knowledgable.

Beautiful country house and garden areas of William and Jane Morris and their family. Beautiful furniture and furnishings, loved reading about everything in more detail after my visit in the guide book. Tranquil and timeless atmosphere, transported back to the late 1800s.

If you are into William Morris, then this is a must. Examples or photos of many of his works are displayed here and all explained by an army of knowledgeable volunteers, who guide you through the house. The gardens are glorious, especially in mid summer when we visited. There is an off-site carpark, about half a mile away from the main house which can be walked easily if you are able or hitch a ride from the free minibus service. You can either book and pay in advance with a time slot or turn up at the site office and pay. There is also a very good, though pricey cafeteria and gift shop.

Kelmscott is a MUST SEE if you are interested in William Morris or the arts and crafts movement. It is now owned by the antiquarian society, and every room has a person who is there and happy to talk about any or all the of the physical artifacts and the history of WM. The house and garden's are exquisite and the tea shop is well up to snuff with good food at a reasonable price. We asked if it was ok to eat our packed lunch out in the garden while drinking a cup of tea and of course the answer was please do. Fabulous fabulous fabulous we had a very good couple of hours. You can book on line and should if you can to guarantee your slot. The website was down when we tried but got tickets on the day, a walk around the gardens for 40 mins before our slot was no hardship. [If you found this review useful then please hit like aa it encourages me tondo more]

Incredible place to visit. You can just visit the gardens for free if you want & they are worth seeing. There is no parking at all near the house so they run a shuttle van from the car park. It only takes 2 minutes so you will not have to wait long if you miss one. Credit must go to the people who run it, we were there on the hottest day of the year & they had loads of free water for everyone.