Forest of Dean
Walk: Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire
Spot signs of the Romans, Normans and Industrial Revolution on this 6.7-mile walk through one of England’s most illustrious forests.
Walk: Highmeadow Woods, Gloucestershire
Thread through the Forest of Dean's autumnal trees, stopping off half way at the White Horse Inn pub, before winding back on a woodland path.
Podcast: The joy of riding an electric bicycle in the Forest of Dean
Explore the Forest of Dean and its wildlife on an eBike in the company of Tom Marvin from BikeRadar – in episode 8, season 11 of the Countryfile Magazine podcast
Podcast: The problem with the River Wye – and the people trying to save it
Blighted by pollution, the River Wye is suffering along most of its length. Join episode 9, season 10 of the Countryfile Magazine podcast in the Forest of Dean to hear about the campaigners trying to raise awareness of the river – and listen to some delightful folk music
Wild boar guide: benefits, dangers and where to see them in Britain
Wild boar numbers are rising in Britain, as are the arguments as to whether they should stay or go. Our guide explores boar in the UK, including whether they are dangerous, how they benefit the woodlands and grasslands, and where they live in Britain.
Podcast: A mindful wander in the Forest of Dean – and an encounter with boar
Sarah Orme and Fergus Collins head to the Forest of Dean to discuss mindfulness and how nature can provide us with the head space to cope with the stresses of modern life, in episode 3, season 9 of the Countryfile podcast
Pine martens reintroduced to Forest of Dean
In a bid to reestablish their population in England, 18 pine martens have been released into the Forest of Dean.
Bike Ride: Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire
Set out on a family bike ride and cycle through crisp autumn leaves and over muddy trails in search of one of Britain’s most elusive mammals, the wild boar.
Wild boar in the Forest of Dean could be a danger to walkers
There are concerns over the growing wild boar population in the Forest of Dean and the threat they may pose to people. But are these wild animals actually dangerous?