12 Birdwatching

There are many fantastic birdwatching locations throughout the UK, but some are easier to get to than others, and the Forest of Dean is one of the more accessible.

This ancient woodland is great for spotting woodpeckers, flycatchers and warblers. On some parts of the river, you might also see the blue and orange flash of a kingfisher.

› www.wyedeantourism.co.uk

Where to stay Hawthorne Cottage Caravan Site, which is adults-only, borders the forest.

› www.hawthornecottagecaravansite.co.uk