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Wildlife at Beechenhurst Lodge Forest Of Dean
Gloucestershire
England
Coleford is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: SO614120
 Formerly the site of Speech House colliery it is now the ideal base for a family day out. It is also the starting point for the famous Sculpture Trail. The walk features sculptures by famous artists located along a forest trail through beautiful woodland.
A special events area with a group gas BBQ is available for hire and the Loft at the lodge can be hired for exhibitions and parties.
How to get there:
Travelling from Coleford to Cinderford on the B4226, continue by the junction with the B4234 (Parkend to Lydbrook road) driving up the Speech House Road for 500m before turning left into Beechenhurst.
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Facilities:
       
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Picnic site and toilets are open every day (except Christmas day) |
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Cafe Opening Times - please check the Gavellers website. Generally:Summer: Every day 10am - 6pm.:Winter: Every day 10am to dusk. :Hot and cold food and drinks available. |
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Parking charge is £3.00 per day. This ticket is valid on the day of purchase at Mallards Pike Lake, Symonds Yat, Pedalabikeaway and Beechenhurst Lodge. Season tickets are available for £15.00 from the Forestry Commission office - tel 01594 833057 or Forest Connections at Beechenhurst Lodge - tel 01594 822612. |
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Activities
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three trails and ramblers routes |
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links to the Family Cycle Trail |
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Educational activities for all ages can be arranged through our Ranger service. Tel 01594 833057 |
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sculptures of all sizes and shapes |
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Three permanent BBQ stands free to use. Bookable charcoal hearths available via Forest Connections on 01594 822612. Large gas BBQ bookable for events, call the Forestry Commission on 01594 833057 |
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several picnic tables on the lawn |
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suitable for 5-12 year olds. Separate toddler area. |
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views over the forest from 'Place' (The Chair) sculpture |
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Loft available for meetings and seminars above Forest connections. Phone 01594 822612 for details |
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Other places to go in Forest Of Dean
Cannop Cycle Centre
Mallards Pike Lake
Contact:
Recreation Ranger
01594 833057
e-mail: dean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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