Beechenhurst Lodge

Formerly the site of Speech House colliery, Beechenhurst is now the ideal base for a family day out with walking trails, cafe facilities and a play area.

Beechenhurst is the starting point for the famous Sculpture Trail, the walk features pieces by famous artists set in beautiful woodland surroundings.

A special events area with a group gas BBQ is available for hire.

A branch of the Tourist Information Centre and a shop selling locally produced goods are based here.

Walking trails

Beechenhurst to Speech House Link Path

Speculation trail

Sculpture Trail

Cycling trails

How to get there:

Beechenhurst Lodge is in Forest Of Dean. Coleford is the nearest town or village.

Travelling from Coleford to Cinderford on the B4226, continue by the junction with the B4234 (Parkend to Lydbrook road) driving up the Speech House Road for 500m before turning left into Beechenhurst.

OS Grid Reference: SO614120

Other places to go in Forest Of Dean

Facilities:

	Cafe Opening Times Summer Every day 10am - 6pm. Winter Every weekend and limited weekdays 10am to dusk.
	Hot and cold food and drinks available.
	Picnic site and toilets are open every day (except Christmas day)

Activities

	three trails and ramblers routes Beechenhurst to Speech House Link Path Speculation trail Sculpture Trail
	links to the Family Cycle Trail
	Educational activities for all ages can be arranged through our Ranger service. Tel 01594 833057
	sculptures of all sizes and shapes
	several permanent BBQ stands free to use, bookable BBQ area and large gas BBQ bookable for events, call 01594 833057 Forestry Commission, Bank House, Bank Street, Coleford, Glos GL16 8BA
	several picnic tables on the lawn
	suitable for 5-12 year olds. Separate toddler area.
	views over the forest from 'Place' (The Chair) sculpture
	Loft available for meetings and seminars above the cafe. Phone 01594 833057 for details

Contact:

Recreation Ranger
01594 833057
e-mail: dean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk