Holiday Ideas
Discover the best holiday ideas for the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean! There's something for everyone staying at one of BHHL homes: Explore picturesque landscapes, visit iconic attractions, and enjoy exciting activities for all ages, even for your dog! Find inspiration for your trip with our blogs, including:
- Tintern Abbey: Marvel at the ruins of this medieval monastery
- Symonds Yat: Stunning viewpoint, rock climbing, and canoeing
- Puzzlewood: Enchanting ancient forest, perfect for family outings
- Monmouth: Charming market town, explore historic sites and independent shops
- Wye Valley Walk: 136-mile trail showcasing the area's natural beauty Plan your perfect Wye Valley adventure today!
Monmouth Magic — A Wye Valley Weekend with History, Food & Riverside Views
Tucked where the Rivers Wye and Monnow meet, Monmouth is the kind of place that makes you feel instantly at home — whether you’re wandering its cobbled streets, sipping local cider by the river, or catching up with old friends in one of its cosy pubs. It’s a proper gem of the Wye Valley — full of history, character, and that easygoing charm that turns a simple weekend away into something special.
Celebrating a Milestone Birthday? Do It in Style in the Wye Valley
Big birthdays deserve more than a quick dinner and a half-hearted “cheers.” Whether you’re toasting the big 3-0, the fabulous 4-0, the fearless 5-0 or the sensational 6-0, the Wye Valley is the ultimate setting for celebrating in proper style — with everyone together under one (very lovely) roof.
Celebrating Your 40th Birthday? Escape to the Wye Valley for Food, Friends & Fresh Air
Turning 40 isn’t just another birthday. It’s a milestone — and frankly, you deserve a proper celebration. Not a nightclub hangover or awkward restaurant seating plan, but a full-blown weekend of laughter, countryside views, and luxury living. Enter the Wye Valley: rolling hills, riverside pubs, starry skies, and big houses made for big birthdays. Here’s why it’s the ultimate destination for your “Fabulous at Forty” getaway.
Food, Glorious Food (That You Don’t Have to Cook)
When you book a big group getaway in the Wye Valley, you’re not doing it to spend half the weekend peeling potatoes or hunting down the nearest bag of spinach. This is the age of “book the chef, light the candles, open the wine.” You’re here to relax — preferably with a glass of something local and the smell of something amazing wafting from the kitchen. Luckily, the Wye Valley has fully embraced the art of indulgence without the effort. Whether you want a fine-dining feast in your own holiday home, a Michelin-starred meal out, or a lazy farm-shop lunch with friends, this is food heaven.
The Wye Valley Foodie Trail: Pubs, Producers & Perfect Group Dinners
If there’s one thing the Wye Valley knows how to do properly, it’s food. Think rustic pubs where cider is practically an art form, local producers who turn simple ingredients into edible joy, and long lazy dinners with your favourite people gathered around a big table. Whether you’re a group of old friends, a family celebrating something special, or just in need of a weekend that revolves around food (as all the best weekends do), the Wye Valley delivers every delicious detail.
Autumn Weekends = Muddy Boots, Golden Leaves & Cider by the Fire
There’s something about the Wye Valley in autumn that feels like stepping straight into a postcard. The air turns crisp, the hillsides glow amber and gold, and the scent of wood smoke curls through the valley. If summer is about sunshine and sandals, autumn is for muddy boots, lazy fireside chats, and glasses of local cider shared with your favourite people.
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