Dean Heritage Centre

The Dean Heritage Centre is located in Soudley in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It is a site with 5 acres dedicated to the forest including a museum a reconstructed cottage and workshops.

There are five museum galleries with some interactive exhibits and various outside displays. You can see exciting arts and crafts demonstrations and the museum is home to thousands of precious objects and documents.

In their woodland, you can enjoy a trail based on the much-loved children’s book The Gruffalo. There are a series of carved montages that depict the story along a short trail. Also in the woodland, you will find a playground. There is a swing, monkey bars, a climbing area and a wooden playhouse.

Further Information Dean Heritage Centre

Is there food and drink available?

There is a cafe serving food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

A museum dedicated to the Forest of Dean with indoor galleries, a Gruffalo trail and an outdoor children’s play area. There are toilets and a cafe.

What are the ticket prices?

Adults £8, children aged 3-16 £6, children aged under 3 are free and family tickets are available. Non-gift aid prices are slightly cheaper.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.

Is there parking?

There is free parking.

When are they open?

Dean Heritage Centre is open Thursday – Sunday for most of the year. For up-to-date opening times please visit their website.

Dog friendly?

Only assistance dogs are permitted throughout. Pet dogs are welcome in their Coffee Shop and gift shop but cannot be taken into the museum or grounds including the Gruffalo Trail.