Puzzle Wood

Nr. Coleford, Royal Forest of Dean,
Glos. GL16 8QB
Location map
Tel: 01594 833187
www.puzzlewood.net

Puzzlewood is in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire. It was used by the Romans for iron mining, using the method of shallow trenches to get at the iron ore. It is now a tourist attraction.

The confusing layout of the paths can mislead people into seeing six bridges rather than the two that actually exist. Puzzlewood is often said to be one of J. R. R. Tolkien's inspirations for writing The Lord of the Rings.

Puzzlewood has 14 acres of weird and spectacular scenery and 1 mile of pathways forming a very unusual maze. It also has an indoor wood maze and a number of farm animals.

Puzzlewood has remained unaltered since it was transformed into tranquil woodland walks in the 1800's. It has been open to the public for 50 years. A maze of paths with unique wooden seats and bridges enables the weathered and moss covered rocks to be seen at their best.

2008 Opening Times:

March  - weekends until 15th March 10am to 5.00pm (last entry 4.00pm)
open daily from Saturday 15th onwards 10am to 5.30pm (last entry 4.30pm)

April to September - open daily from 10am to 5.30pm (last entry 4.30pm)

October - open daily from 11am to 4.00 pm (last entry 3.00pm)

November - Closed

December - Closed

Prices and other information

Adults: £4.20

Children: £3 (4 to 16 years)

Under 4's: FREE

Cafe: Yes
Shop: Yes
Picnic area: Yes
Parking: free
Coach parties: Accepted
Dogs: Not accepted (except guidedogs)

Directions
From Coleford follow B4228 towards Chepstow, half a mile along Puzzle Wood is on the right hand side.

Important
Not suitable for the less physically able due to many uneven steps or pushchairs - child carrier needed.