St Briavels is a charming rural village positioned within the stunning location of the Forest Of Dean, in the county of Gloucestershire, and is home to nearly seven hundred people. This ancient village nudges the borders of England and Wales and shelters behind an impressive moated Norman Castle which has played host to King John, Henry I and II, and it was also the administrative centre of the Royal Forest, today its more likely to welcome younger visitors as it is now a Youth Hostel. This historic village was renowned for its mining locally in Medieval times, and of course its forestry production supplying timbers for fleets of ships for the great explorers and sea farers across the centuries. Today's visitors will find a village shop for that everyday essential purchase, a post office, pub and traditional Inn, and there is also a delightful Farmers Market that offers something a little bit special. Visitors also have a chance to experience the beauty surrounding the village and the attractive stone and slate mellow cottages and houses which are positioned around the 11th Century church that is dedicated to St Mary the Virgin which looks out over the Valley and beyond.
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Pub and Bar
Crown Inn
George Inn
Travellers Rest Inn
School
Places to Stay near St Briavels
Lindors Country House Hotel (0.74 miles)
Lindors is a charming 19th century property situated in the Welsh borders between Monmouth and Chepstow. It lies approximately one mile on the Coleford side of Bigsweir Bridge.The south front of the house looks down ... More | visit website
Fairfield Guest House (2.07 miles)
Rookery Barn (2.36 miles)
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In an outstanding position on the edge of the Wye Valley, this recently converted barn commands panoramic views across the valley to the Black Mountains of Wales ... More
Wyndham Arms Hotel (2.37 miles)
Tudor Farmhouse Hotel (2.37 miles)
Tudor Farmhouse is an idyllic haven away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A cosy, friendly 13th-century stone-built hotel in the centre of the historic village of Clearwell on the peaceful fringe of the Forest ... More | visit website
Miners Country Inn & Restaurant (2.46 miles)
Parva Farmhouse Hotel (2.92 miles)
Our 8 en-suite bedrooms, most ... More | visit website
Wye Valley Hotel (2.92 miles)
Ideally placed between the historic towns of Monmouthshire and Chepstow. Tintern is in the heart of the Wye Valley, and all of the attractions it has to offer.
The poet Wordsworth described ... More
Tintern Old Rectory (3.04 miles)
Exquisite river views, old-world charm, warm hospitality, lovely ensuite rooms, sitting room,, croquet & garden areas, winter woodfires.
Set ... More | visit website
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