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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: 01/01/2024 to 31/12/2024
01/01/2025 to 31/12/2025
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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 |
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 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
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 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: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Dave+Sue35 |
3 reviews from this member |
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 Arrived around midday on a Friday To a very busy Reception. I was a little disheartened to find that the pre paid ticket I had, still meant I had to que with the masses but after about 20 Mins all was OK. We opted for hook up this time which limited our options for a pitch. I would say unless you really need hook up I would opt for not as there are some much better private pitches around the edges of the site.
The site is very pretty with the woods to the back. The site was very busy and a hive of children and play areas. To be expected the first weekend of the summer hols! The toilet and shower facilities were ok but I have to say that they were not the best I have seen for 3 stars but plenty of hot water. Just didn't seem really clean and a bit tatty round the edges. The shop was ok but through high volume soon ran out of a lot of things but there is a tesco and summerfield in Coleford which is only about 5 mins in the car.The surrounding area is simply outstanding and we did around 20miles on the bikes through woods and along the river Wye.
A good time had but on the more expensive side I would expected a little more for the money. I would avoid the middle of the site if your not an early riser as well as the roads soon turn into kiddies racetracks.
So all in all a fair site in a nice part of the world. 
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Jen9984 |
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We've just completed our first camping trip at Bracelands and were quite impressed. The other reviews here give an accurate portrayal of the site, which was really helpful for us - no nasty surprises!
We arrived on the Wednesday afternoon and 'checked in' at Christchurch - it only took us about 5 minutes (as others have said - be ready with £10 in cash for the barrier key). We were allowed to pitch wherever we liked on Bracelands, and there was lots of choice. Eventually we chose a flat pitch on top of the hill at the far end of the site - there were only about 5 tents on the entire top field so we had lots of space.
Unfortunately, the facilities block nearest our tent was out of order, but we were told about this twice before we pitched near it - we didn't mind the 5 min walk to the next one. Showers were a good temperature and I didn't mind pressing the button every 30 seconds - this is camping after all! A free hot shower is something of a luxury.
Although we had a flat pitch, it was rather exposed to the wind and rain, and I wonder whether the pitches further down, although on a slope, would have been better sheltered from the elements.?
Our dog was made to feel very welcome, and it really was a spaniel heaven for him. The site was very quiet on the Wednesday on Thursday. On the Friday it filled up quite dramatically, and by 9pm we had tents pitched both sides of us. Still had some space but people didn't always obey the '6 metre' rule. It got a little noisy on the Friday night with lots of big groups, but things seemed to go quiet after midnight. I have to say though, we preferred the quieter nights and were glad to be leaving on the Saturday!
As for the area - it's great. You walk straight off the site and into the forest - miles and miles of tracks to explore. We very rarely bumped into other people when we were out and about. We had a couple of emergencies - needing to buy a new dog collar and also pay a trip to the local health centre. Both times Coleford came up trumps and we found everything we needed there. Including a nice little takeaway on the night it rained incessantly.
So, would we return? Yes, I think so. But probably not at peak times, and when we do - we'll find a more sheltered pitch!
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Susieb88 |
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We've just come back from a weekend at this campsite and had a great time. The views were fantastic, we had a good selection of EHU pitches as we got there around 1pm on the Friday. All were pretty level and the soil depth was good so no bent tent pegs.
The toilet blocks, (3 of them) although a bit tatty looking were fairly clean, the showers were good with plenty of hot water, the only problem was you have to continually push the button because they don't seem to last very long.
Washing up facilities were as required, although very busy at peak times of the day. Other facilities Including water, waste & litter all in easy reach from everywhere which made for a convenient and comfortable stay.
Locally there is plenty to do for young families.
We went to the Perrygrove railway and had a lovely time there, hunting down the clues for the treasure hunt. The steam trains were a big hit and everyone there was very friendly and helpful.
The campsite is a short drive away from the amazing Symonds Yat and Yat rock, with fantastic views over the Wye Valley.
All in all a lovely spacious site, facilities are basic but good and its in a beautiful setting.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Warbis66 |
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This is my first visit to Bracelands but my fourth to that area as the last twice we have stayed at Christchurch.
We live in Bristol so very easy to get to and were there by 4.30 on the Friday afternoon.
Sadly as usual the queue at reception always makes the start of the experience rather stressful. For some reason it always seems to be a shock to them that people are there!
The receptionists however are very polite and courteous and do make you feel as though you are checking in for a holiday which is nice.
We picked the furthest away spot in the campsite at the top of the hill as we wanted to camp with some other families.
View gorgeous, spot lovely. However they do need to get the point that loo blocks need to be cleaned. I fully appreciate that it had been raining and that you will always get grass but that does not excuse the loos themselves which were unpleasant, often dirty and usually unflushed. Also bearing in mind there is a swine flu epidemic and we are ment to be hygiene aware they did not once fill up the soap dispensers, so much for hygiene.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Jellycandy |
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I have stayed in this area before, but never in a tent and never at Bracelands. It is a fantastic spot. The facilities are excellent, clean and tidy and lots of hot water. The wardens are very helpful, including when I booked Christchurch campsite instead on Bracelands on line, it was changed with no fuss at all.
The woods are fantastic lots of walks and bike rides, if you want to stretch your legs on the hills you can, if you are feeling less energetic I would recommend taking your bike to Cannop Ponds and picking up the cycle trail here for 10 miles of fairly flat terrain. If you are motorhoming it is worth mentioning that all the car parks are free of barriers (hooray), if you are staying for a week I would recommend the weekly car parking pass, for only 10 pounds (this may have increased) you can park in any of the Forest Car parks all week, available at beechenhurst lodge. The sculpture trail starts here also and is a good way to aquaint yourself with the forest.
Symonds Yat is a must and a nice bit of homemade cake can be found at the food kiosk here along with hot and cold sandwiches, well worth a visit. It is worth plodding down the hill to the pub and the hand ferry below the yat, however be warned you need good lungs for the journey back to the top. From Bracelands you can walk to the Yat cross the river at the hand ferry and make your way back via Bilbins Bridge and back to camp, map recommended. Staying just once is a must, you will be back for more!
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| Date of Visit: May 2009 |
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| Reviewer: RDJT |
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This site is in a great location for visiting the Forest of Dean, Symonds Yat is only a few minutes drive and you can walk to the River Wye from the site.
It has a small site shop with plenty of information. The local town has basic shops, everything you need.
The site has adequate facilities which are always well maintained. Showers are free and there are plenty of them. Washing up etc is also good. There is a security gate, you need a £10 refundable deposit for the key - this is to keep out the wild boar!
There is no playground, but there is so much space that the kids have plenty of room for a frisby, football etc.
We would highly recommend this site for visiting the forest and local area.
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| Date of Visit: May 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Alan__swan |
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I have been visiting this site for many years in a small backpacking tent but this was my first visit with young children in a group of families and it still didn't fail to disappoint. Washing facilities were basic but clean and plentiful (I don’t think I have ever had to queue). The shop is well stocked and sells most things you need. The staff are professional and personable and it is in a great location. My only negative comment is the lack of a decent pub within walking distance from it as even the bravest of souls would be loathed to walk back through the woods from Symonds Yat in the dark. I will be back again!
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| Date of Visit: May 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Captainpovey |
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We spent 3 nights (our first visit) during the late May school holidays and were very impressed. The staff are very friendly and even though they were rushed off their feet they always had a smile and were happy to 'join in the fun'.
All the facilities were clean and in full working order. The ground was in perfect condition (even after a weekend of heavy rain) and it's really easy to pitch (no stones at all).
The atmosphere in the site was excellent and everyone stuck to the rules except for the last night when a group were making a lot of noise (and nothing seemed to be done about it).
The walks in the local woods are just fantastic. You can be down by the banks of the river Wye in 30 minutes and the bird song in the early evening is beautiful.
We will be returning very soon - this time with our push bikes.
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| Date of Visit: May 2009 |
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| Reviewer: 13stoneofidiot |
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We've just had a great 5-day break over the Bank Holiday at Bracelands. Toilets and showers were clean and functional, water always hot (especially in the washing up area), and the rangers were helpful and cheerful despite it being the busiest weekend they could remember. At the time of writing there are also some extremely cute blue tits nesting in an ashtray outside the shop!
But the main selling point of the site is the woods - stroll through any gate at any time of the day (or night) and you're heading through glorious forest which has the Saracen's Head at the end of it.
Symond's Yat Rock, Beechenhurst, Monmouth, Chepstow - all well worth exploring.
Coleford is a couple of miles away and has all the supermarkets you need; and I must also mention the Balti Hut which, despite looking very unprepossessing from the outside, produces some of the best curry I've ever had.
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| Date of Visit: June 2008 |
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| Reviewer: Malebu |
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We camped here for a week.
The facilities were absolutely fine and the spot is beautiful. It is a fairly remote site with a 1 mile walk up a fairly steep hill to the Christchurch site with the shop, so if you need the shop nearby Christchurch would be a better bet. IMO the shop is great, selling a good range even of some organic foods.
The only slight criticism would be a certain feeling of over-control of the facilities management, who seemed to check up on you with suspicious glances whenever you entered or left the site. Staff on reception were very pleasant, however.
Overall, a site I'd go back to any time!
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