4.74 /5
43 reviews
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Clear filters Really good site, great pitches and views
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Jul 2025 First time we stayed at the site, we did have a little issue with some unruly young people (all for them having a good time, but everyone has their limits). The site managers jumped on it immediately and resolved the issue. This is a family site and has a real buzz about it, it was lovely when they all went home on Sunday and we got to experience the silence only a forest can bring!
Excellent location with some amazing walks. The food van that's open on a Saturday night and Sunday morning looked great, would be good if they opened a little more frequently. That said, the visitor centre up the hill serves food and a great pint!
Great walks
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Jul 2025 The hot water at the washing up station was lukewarm warm at best.
People just walked through the area we had at the side of the motorhome without any thought for the fact it was actually our personal space. The 10pm rule for being quiet didn't seem to apply to a large group in the pods.
The walks from the site were amazing and you felt safe on the site.
Superb
Roof Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches Jun 2025 Superb stay with all amenities.
Pleasant site.
Motorhome - Electric Grass Pitches Jun 2025 A fantastic site if you want a few days in the Forest of Dean. Dog walks from the site so it's especially good if you are in a motorhome.
We were charged £12 to amend our booking from one day to the next - which was absolutely ridiculous and left a bad taste.
Great place
Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches Jun 2025 Very nice place.
BBQ allowed, clean, not too close to the main road, ponds, fishing activities and beautiful view - roaches at the background.
Great site
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Grass Pitches Jun 2025 Great site, slightly off the beaten track, but if you like walking, there are plenty of forest walks all round this site.
You may need chocks if you have a van and the site is busy, as some of the pitches are on a slope but not too steep. Very large site with 3 toilet/shower/washing up blocks. Would definitely visit again ;-)
Peaceful clean site
Roof Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches Jun 2025 A lovely peaceful site with beautiful scenery, nice walks and good clean facilities.
Could do with a few more shower and toilet blocks for the size of the site.
Wonderful stay
Single Axle Caravan - Electric Grass Pitches Jun 2025 We had a wonderful 2 night stay.
The views were outstanding from our caravan topped off with a beautiful sunset.
The staff were lovely and very helpful, the shop was reasonably priced and had what we needed.
We cannot wait to visit again.
We will be coming again
VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass Pitches Jun 2025 I had an amazing time at this campsite! The facilities were excellent—clean, well-maintained, and everything I needed was right there.
The site was peaceful and quiet, perfect for unwinding. The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly, which made the experience even better. There were fantastic walks through the forest nearby, and my dogs absolutely loved it. It was just what I needed to relax, recharge, and escape the stress of everyday life. Highly recommended!
Lovely site
Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches May 2025 A lovely site, set in the forest, good facilities and plenty of space for pitches.
Close to lots of interesting sites and venues for children, equally good for walking and exploring the forest walks and Wye valley.
Lovely weekend
VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass Pitches May 2025 Great campsite and would recommend.
One night stay
Sprinter-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass Pitches May 2025 Really beautiful, peaceful site. Showers were lovely and hot and toilets were very clean.
Lovely walks through the woods and saw deer in the grounds of the site!
Really can't fault it, would recommend.
Couldn't ask for better
VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass Pitches May 2025 Utterly gorgeous location. Clean facilities. We'll be back.
Brilliant stay at Bracelands
Large Tent - Electric Grass Pitches May 2025 Wonderful campsite with gorgeous views.
Excellent location to explore the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley. Campsite has everything you need, lovely addition of fish and chips and pizza on site for a camping treat.
Relaxing Stay
Twin Axle Caravan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Apr 2025 We had a great few days in the beautiful setting. We will be back.
Great campsite
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Apr 2025 Friendly staff, clean site and great showers. Good location for walkers.
Short, off grid trip
Motorhome - Non Electric Grass Pitches Mar 2025 Enjoyed the peaceful setting.
Great campsite
Large Tent - Electric Grass Pitches Mar 2025 Great campsite with lots of walking spots right from the campsite or a short drive to other areas. Woke up every morning to deer - it was beautiful. Took the dog and he definitely loved the amount of walks and wildlife.
If you have kids, then I would recommend hiring the adventure bag from the shop and it had loads to keep them occupied.
Will definitely be booking this one again.
Fabulous
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Mar 2025 Terrific site run by Forestry England in the heart of the Forest of Dean.
Welcoming staff, good sized pitches, decent, clean facilities and dog friendly. Very convenient for local walks, sightseeing and shops and pubs/restaurants. And deer showed up. Marvellous! Shall be going again... and again.
Lovely break away
Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches Aug 2024 We have really enjoyed our stay at Bracelands campsite, the location is great, 15 minutes drive away from Puzzle wood and 10 minutes drive away from the Wye valley.
The campsite itself is surrounded by woods with lovely walks directly from there. Staff members were welcoming and helpful, explaining the site on arrival. The site is quite large with 3 toilet/bathroom blocks that are kept clean at all times. The reception also has some essentials stocked up so if you forget something you might be able to get it there. Another highlight is the pizza van that comes round some evenings in case you decide you don't fancy cooking.
Overall this campsite is safe and is a great choice, it has everything you need for a break away.
What a lovely place
Twin Axle Caravan - Non Electric Grass Pitches Aug 2024 The staff were so helpful. I'm partially disabled, and it was only my second time away with the van, they have great patience and could do enough and are a credit to the site.
Class campsite
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Grass Pitches Aug 2024 Excellent campsite, really good location. Lots to do locally and some excellent forest walks. The staff were really friendly and the facilities, such as toilets and showers were cleaned regularly. Will definitely visit again.
Close to many fun places to explore
Small Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches Aug 2024 The site team was very nice and sociable, was able to quickly point us in the right direction to where we were planning on going when we accidentally took the wrong path, showing how knowledgeable of the place they are :).
The campsite is really big and different pitch types are easy to distinguish between, if you are planning on taking your family I would highly recommend as there are often many families here and children have many activities to do as well as the safe space for it. The showers were nice and clean, with lots of space to put things down while cleaning yourself, though no temperature settings for the water.
The moon is perfectly visible and on a clear night the stars are fully in view. If you like a more isolated and away from society campsite however then I would recommend looking into other locations however, since there are a lot of people and due to this, you may not always have as much space around your tent as you hoped for, though the site does have a 6-metre policy around tents.
There is also a shop on-site with essentials like some bread and meat, and things you may need for setting up a tent, as well as some ice cream so if you forget something or don't want to drive in the morning to the store for bread, you can always go there :).
Overall happy with the experience thank you :).
Great location
Small Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches Aug 2024 The location and the views were amazing. Great walks just outside of the campsite. The place was very clean and well organised.
Staff are very friendly and accommodating. Nice family vibe about the place, but still big enough to give you quiet areas. I am definitely going back. Already recommended to my friends.
Great family camping stay
Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches Aug 2024 We loved the campsite. The campsite and surroundings were beautiful, and there were lots do in either a short walk or short drive. Showers were nice and hot in the morning, and the campsite was very peaceful on an evening. Would recommend to anyone.
