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The Forest of Dean is a geographical, historical and cultural region in the western part of the county of Gloucestershire, England. It forms a roughly triangular plateau bounded by the River Wye to the west and northwest, Herefordshire to the north, the River Severn to the south, and the City of Gloucester to the east.

Top Tip - From Hope Orchard 15 minures in the car - A superb day out !!

Gloucestershire Airport will operate between the hours of Mon - Fri 8:30 – 18:00  Sat -Sun 09:00 – 18:00 .Flights can sometimes be accepted outside of these hours subject to the avasilability of Air Traffic Control ( ATC ) Airport Fire Service and Operations . All movements will be subject to a surcharge .For more information please contact the Landside Operations team on 01452 857700 ext 223 .The Main terminal building is open 08:30 -19:30 Mon- Fri and 09:00-19:30 Sat- Sun.

Heli Air can provide helicopter sightseeing tours and pleasure flights to suit your needs.

Dyrham Park is a baroque country house in an ancient deer park near the village of Dyrham in South Gloucestershire, England. The house, attached orangery, stable block and accompanying parish church are Grade I listed buildings, while the park is Grade II* listed on the National Register of Historic Parks and Gardens

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Crickley Hills opening hours are currently 6:00 -21:00 and visitors will need to pay to park .There are limited places, so if the car park is full please come back another time. All visitors are required to pay for their stay. The cafe and toilets are currently open between 9:00- 16:00 and the mobility tramper is also available for hire .
During this difficult time we know how important it is to get outdoors for fresh air ,excercise and immerse yourself in nature .
With stunning views, woodland, open spaces and a café, Crickley Hill is the perfect destination for those looking to spend time in nature. More than 1,300 species have been recorded at Crickley Hill, from rare birds, butterflies and wild flowers to reptiles and toadstools. It has gained national recognition for its wildlife, and has the status as a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its rich diversity of wild flowers.

Hope Orchard Top Tip - A 10 minutes drive from us & £1 for an Hours parking

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Cheltenham is at the heart of almost every aspect of Jump racing. This is the place where owners, trainers, jockeys, stable staff and breeders dream of having winners. It's the place where the most important races are run. This is where many stars of the future go through the sale ring. But most of all, this is the place where the equine and human champions forge their reputations. As always, there is much to look forward to in the season, with 16 exciting days of top class Jump racing. Hundreds of thousands of racing fans come to Cheltenham every year, but you don't need to be an expert to make lasting memories. The wide variety of experiences range from the relaxed feel of the meetings in October and April, to the heady excitement of The November Meeting and the family fun of New Year's Day.

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 Gloucester Cathedral is one of the finest medieval buildings in the country and the burial place of royalty. Trace 1000 years of architectural styles from Norman through Perpendicular to the present day where our team of stonemasons are still carving and casting. The extraordinary fan-faulted medieval cloisters and Great East Window are national treasures and the Lady Chapel houses some of the finest Arts & Crafts glass in the country. A glorious sacred space with a superb musical tradition and daily worship, the cathedral is open each day from 8am until Evensong. Cathedral Gift Shop Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm (4.30pm in winter) Saturday 10am - 4.00pm Sunday 11.45am - 2.45pm -  Image thanks to Kevin Lewis

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The former dock estate has become a popular free destination where visitors can enjoy interesting views and a range of modern facilities while wandering around a remarkably complete example of a Victorian port. Views include many fine warehouses and other dock-related buildings that have been found new uses. Where ships once discharged their cargoes, there is now an ever-changing miscellany of visiting narrow boats, smart motor cruisers and the occasional yacht or tall ship. The whole area is suitable for wheel-chairs.

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The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is a volunteer operated heritage railway in Gloucestershire and Worcestershire offering a round trip of 28 miles. It uses part of the route of the former Great Western Railway's main line from Birmingham to Cheltenham which used to run via Stratford-upon-Avon. It now operates steam and heritage diesel trains between Cheltenham Racecourse and Broadway through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cotswolds. The line commands wonderful views of the nearby sleepy hamlets and villages, with outstanding outlooks across to the Malvern Hills and beyond.

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