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Puzzlewood
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Mossy trees at Puzzlewood | 
Dr Who visits Puzzlewood | 
Twisted trees at Puzzlewood |
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About Puzzlewood - A Magical day out in the Forest of Dean
Puzzlewood is a unique and magical day out in Forest of Dean. You can explore a mile of pathways winding through deep gulley’s of moss covered rocks, over wooden bridges and through fantastic tree and rock formations; all set in 14 acres of ancient woodland.
In addition to the wood, there are pony rides (holidays/weather permitting), farm animals, a willow maze, an indoor maze, playgrounds, picnic benches, cafe and gift shop selling local crafts.
What is the magic of Puzzlewood?
Is it the maze of pathways winding between the moss covered rocks, the twisted roots of the Yew trees or the bridges and ‘lookouts’ that you have to find on your way round? JRR Tolkien is reputed to have taken his inspiration for the fabled forests of Middle Earth from Puzzlewood, and it is easy to see why. You will find Puzzlewood to be an enchanting place. It has an atmosphere quite unlike any other wood you will have visited.
Puzzlewood has an interesting history; It was used for the mining of Iron ore until Roman times, nature then reclaimed the old workings until, in the early 1800s a local landowner laid down a mile of pathways which meandered through the trees and gulleys to open up this ancient forest; originally for the amusement of his friends and children. Since then it is has remained essentially unchanged with the same pathways and bridges as in earlier times, but with the addition of visitor facilities on the Puzzlewood site.
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Willow Maze at Puzzlewood
The new Puzzlewood willow maze is a work of art in it's own right. The living willow structure has been designed and planted by The Willow Bank, Lydney. (www.thewillowbank.com)
Find your way through the celtic double spiral, walk through tunnels, and arches, find igloos and dead ends.
Over 4000 willow twigs from 7 different willow varieties were used in the construction of the Puzzlewood maze. The willow twigs were then woven to create this spectacular living sculpture.
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Pony Rides at Puzzlewood
Available every weekend from 11am util 4pm. Suitable for total beginners.
Only £1.00 per ride.
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Puzzlewood animals | 
Merlin visits Puzzlewood | 
Cattle at Puzzlewood |
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Puzzlewood Opening Times:
February & March - half term (19 - 27 Feb) and March weekends only. Open 10am, last entry 3.30pm
April to October - open daily from 10am, last entry 5pm)
November - weekends 10am - 4.30pm (last entry 3.30pm)
December - weekends 10am - 4.30 (last entry 3.30pm) and then daily from 17 -24 December.
CLOSED - Close on 24 December until the start of the new season on 18 February 2012 (half term)
Puzzlewood 2011 Admission Prices:
Adults: £5.50
Children: £4.00 (4 to 16 years)
Under 4's: FREE
Family Ticket: (2 adults + 2 children) £18
Season Ticket: Adult £12, child £8, family (2+2 or 1+ 3) £38
Facilities at Puzzlewood:
Cafe: Yes
Shop: Yes
Picnic area: Yes
Parking: free
Coach parties: Accepted
Dogs: Not accepted (except guidedogs)
Getting to Puzzlewood:
From Coleford follow B4228 towards Chepstow, half a mile along Puzzlewood is on the right hand side.
Important
Not suitable for the less physically able due to many uneven steps or pushchairs - child carrier needed.
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