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Bracelands Campsite
Forest Of Dean
Coleford
Gloucestershire (Browse area)
GL16 7NN
Tel: 01594 837258
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Pitches: 400
Open: 01/01/2026 to 31/12/2026
01/01/2027 to 31/12/2027
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 Tent Pitches |
 Caravan Pitches |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 Hardstanding Pitches |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 Rallies Welcome |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
 Motorbikers Welcome |
| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop On Site |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 Wild Swimming <5 miles |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 Cycle Hire <1 mile |
 Golf <5 miles |
 No Tennis |
 No Beach |
 Watersports <5 miles |
 Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
 Open All Year |
 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: May 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Bedgar |
9 reviews from this member |
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 We visited this forestry commission site on the bank holiday and it was our first visit to a big site with undefined pitches - however we need not have worried
It is busy with over 270 pitches but everyone is told to pitch 20 feet apart (though some people clearly have no idea of 20 feet and squeeze into spaces that should have been left empty). My advice is get there early and get the spot you want and then you will be fine.
Toilet blocks/showers/washing up sinks etc are basic and clean - and are positioned so as to be not so far away for anyone.
There is a site shop about 500yds away as well as 2 other forestry commission sites, one of which has a playground.
An onsite warden is there to resolve any problems and this, I suspect, ensured that any inconsiderate behaviour was controlled.
You can walk straight into the Forest and there is a lovely 1.5m walk down to the river (it is steep but my 3 and 5 year olds did the 3 mile round trip no problem)
Locally there is lots to do including a railway and local caves only 10 minutes away, Coleford has a music festival on this particular May bank holiday which was great. Good hotel in Clearwell (10 minutes away) that serves a delicious sunday lunch. Symonds Yat has the peregrine falcons and the RSPB have telescopes for you to view the birds. 
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| Date of Visit: May 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Bigdavy |
1 review from this member |
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Well what can I say? We decided to go to Bracelands on the back of the reviews on this website. This was our first time camping and it will NOT be our last. We are already looking for a tent of our own and will be going back to Bracelands.
We, my partner 2 kids and 2 dogs had a great time here.
The toilet blocks always had hot water and were kept clean.
Even catching the warden cleaning in there at 11p.m one night.
the wardens were helpful and friendly,
if you like the outdoors you have to go here.
My/our only complaint was at 5a.m the local CUCKOO started and if I had a gun.only joking. Made a change from the traffic.
THIS PLACE WAS GREAT.
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| Date of Visit: April 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Paul Williams |
3 reviews from this member |
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We spent four wonderful days at Bracelands. The site was really nice with very clean Showers and toilets. I would suggest you use the showers at the top of the camp site if you can.
Even though it was Easter weekend and the camp site was busy, we had plenty of room and a nice pitch with electrical hook up.
The staff were very helpful and the shop was small but well stocked for emergencies (Plenty of beer. LOL).
We will definitely be going back for a long weekend.
The children loved it and had plenty of fun.
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| Date of Visit: April 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: DelSue2 |
1 review from this member |
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We visited Bracelands on the Easter weekend, it is a beautiful setting amongst many beautiful colorful trees. The views were spectacular and the site was clean and tidy with plenty of bins and water taps. There were also a good area of hook ups for those who required these. The facilities, were clean and of a good standard, with plenty of hot water (nice and warm!)
The woodland walk around the site was out of this world, enjoyed by us and our dog, who was most welcome on the site. An ideal site for dogs and children as it is away from any roads. Security was also good as you need a key for barriers. There was no children's playground.
But there is one on the site next door (Christchurch) which is also a Forestry Commission site.
Whilst in the area we visited "Yat Rock" near Symonds Yat. Where we were lucky enough to be able to see a Peregrine Falcon in its natural habitat. From here you can again see stunning views and across three counties. It is a short walk from a Forestry commission car park, but very well worth it.
And on the way back to the car we stopped at the cafe for a welcome cup of tea and Ham Salad Roll. (Hot food also available).
Would highly recommend the area and the site. We will definitely be going back.
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| Date of Visit: August 2006 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Beautifullily |
3 reviews from this member |
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Our first family camping trip this BH and had an excellent stay. Although the site was busy, we had a lovely pitch looking down into the forest valley. Plenty of space between units.
Always managed to have a shower and wash up without much waiting.
Would definitely return. Visited Puzzle World mentioned by another reviewer which was great, saw the Peregrine Falcons that were nesting at Symonds Yat and went on a sweet railway at Perrygrove (Kids 2 and 3 loved it).
Very enjoyable
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| Date of Visit: April 2006 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Nizzie |
4 reviews from this member |
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This was the sire that we first visited over two years ago and in April it was our fourth visit! This really is a fantastic site with good amenities although the two field shower blocks are slightly dated, but always clean. I can honestly say that this it is due to this site that we are now campoholics!
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| Date of Visit: May 2006 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Denise6372 |
2 reviews from this member |
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This is the second time we have stayed here and again it did not disappoint. There are some great walks around here, especially if you have a dog they love the river!
The toilets were always clean and tidy and so is the site. I'm pleased that they have recycling facilities too.
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| Date of Visit: June 2006 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Max8 |
1 review from this member |
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We visited this site in the half term holidays and there was ample room for our tent. Excellent site overall (one of the shower blocks had no hot water but that was explained before we paid for our pitch) The prices are very reasonable and the area was excellent. All in all I would definitely return and recommend this site.
They do a discount for disabled users which we didn't realise until after we had paid but we explained we did not know this at the time of paying so we got a refund. Brilliant site and I am looking forward to returning in the summer.
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| Date of Visit: June 2005 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Strat2006 |
4 reviews from this member |
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We have stayed on this site a number of times and have always enjoyed it. We usually stay on the woodlands site, for which you need your own toilets. The site is literally cut into the trees, and most of the pitches are offset so you don't look straight at the people on the pitch opposite. In this way you have a lot of privacy.
Fantastic site if you are into the outdoors, you can literally walk off the site into the forest. There is a tremendous circular walk from the site to Simmonds Yat, and back along the river. There is a little cafe at Simmonds Yat and the views are incredible, weather permitting. You can also pop across the river on a ferry for foot passengers and nip into the pub for a recouperative beverage, before heading back. Marvellous.
Monmouth is a very interesting and attractive town and well worth a visit.
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| Reviewer: Kimvickery5464 |
1 review from this member |
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May 2005
I recently visited this site for the first time since I was a child (I am now 27) and was very impressed with the whole site, even on bank holiday weekend it didn’t appear full.
We arrived on Saturday afternoon and found a flat pitch near enough to the toilet block very easily. There are no marked pitches as long as you pitch at least 20ft away from anyone else you are fine, this gives the impression that there is lots of space.
The toilet block was basic but kept very clean, the showers were always hot at the various times my party used them. They have recently installed a barrier system on the entrance to each of the sites which requires a key, you will need to leave a deposit (£5 on my visit) with reception when booking in in my opinion it’s a very good security measure. All in all a fantastic site and a fantastic weekend. I am definatley going back in the summer holidays.
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| Reviewer: Jobowcott |
1 review from this member |
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May 2005
Spent bank holiday weekend here with 3 young children. Had such a good time we stayed an extra night.
Although the site was fully booked there was still plenty of room. Facilities were spotless and never over crowded and plenty of hot water etc. Wardens were friendly and helpful.
As the wheather was good there was plenty to do nearby (castles, steam trains, cycle rides, canoeing to list a few) and we would definitely return here in the future.
Only downside was the long wait to book-in on the Friday night. Their system needs reviewing for busy periods
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| Reviewer: Simon O |
1 review from this member |
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May 2004
Expected the worst seeing as we arrived on Saturday of Bank holiday weekend and the traffic en route around Gloucester was not great. Booking in was efficient considering the number of arrivals but we had booked a week or so in advance. Found a pitch easily enough near to likely looking friends for the kids but conciously kept away from hook up area (towards centre of site) as preferred to be nearer the edge of the forest. Seemed to be plenty of room as the steeper sloping area doesn't get too populated. The Christchurch site (where reception is) looked well packed in comparison. Good mix of people including plenty of young families although Christchurch is labelled as being the family site.
The view is great and very peaceful, no traffic noise whatsoever. The area is great for walking/biking but is hilly so quite hard work. Unsurprisingly with the numbers on site the toilet/shower area nearest the far end felt the strain with lack of hot water during peak times. They were regularly cleaned but I agree with earier reviewer that they could do with updating. No hot air blowers working either but did get good warm shower each day.
Don't want to end on a negative note though as this is a great site and we all had a great time and can't wait to go again.
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| Reviewer: gerry B |
1 review from this member |
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2 May 2004
We have been to Bracelands four times over the last three years and are going back there for half term at the end of May for 8 days.
It's a great site, in a brillient spot. Well maintained with Showers, tolets and dish washing facilities. A site shop and the local town of Coleford (3 miles away) offer all you need in terms of facilties.
A quiet wooded valley with the only building in sight being the top of a Norman Church Tower in a distant village. Best time to go the May half term which coincides with the Coleford Music Festival over the Bank Holiday weekend.
We are looking forward to a next visit in at the this month. This time in a caravan, only our second trip. Will let you have an update on the site when I return.
To sum up its a great site, Kids love it as its full of families with lots of other kids to play with and the wife and I can relax in the knowledge they are safe and focus on the great views.
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| Reviewer: sharonc |
11 reviews from this member |
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April 2004
Really enjoyed our stay here. Arrived quite late on friday evening to a warm welcome from staff. Paid just over £10 a night (Car, Dome tent, 2 adults & electric hook up). The field we were in was slightly sloping (some areas are quite sloped but it was mostly caravans in this area. The 'non-electric' areas had lots of flatter places to pitch). The pitches seemed well spread out and we had a great view over the forest.
Facilities are excellent, lots of toilet / shower blocks with good washing up facilities which were kept clean. Found the water always nice and hot although the water pressure in the showers was slightly dodgy on sunday morning! There also seemed to be a number of laundry areas but these were closed for maintenance.
Slept like logs on Friday night. Unfortunately someone seemed to be having an all night rave on the saturday night (thump thump thump was all you could hear!). Spoke to the wardens in the shop on Sunday morning and discovered that they had been out that night checking the sites to make sure it wasn't on-site. It seemed clear that they would have sorted the problem out if it had been in their control. Nice to know there is someone about - shame the 'party' was off-site somewhere! I wouldn't let it put me off tho as it's a great place.
Had gorgeous fresh croissants for breaky on Sunday morning from the site shop, which was well stocked with food, alcohol etc!
We can't wait to go back!
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| Reviewer: Paul and Mel M |
4 reviews from this member |
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April 2003
A clean and tidy site and the staff at reception were friendly and helpful. Some of the pitches are on quite a slope so aren’t all suitable for tents. The facilities were good, although at busy times the water pressure was a little dubious in some of the showers. Plenty of hot water and washing up facilities.
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