view over millpond towards mill building

Dean Heritage Centre
Cinderford

The Dean Heritage Centre has five museum galleries and various outside displays where you can explore the rich and unique heritage of the Forest of Dean; a perfect place to wile away a few hours whatever the weather. Younger visitors can enjoy a trail that tells the Gruffalo story through life-sized wooden sculptures carved by our chainsaw carver. The site has a lovely millpond, beside which visitors can relax whilst enjoying homemade refreshments from the Dean Heritage Coffee Shop or if you prefer you can bring your own picnic. We have a gift shop too where you will find unique items made by local creatives’, local books and gifts.

Accessibility 

We have a number of disabled car parking spaces available in our car park located near the entrance. There is wheelchair access to the entrance area and shop, Galleries 1,2, 3 and 5, the Victorian School room, the Coffee Shop and the footpath through the wooded area including the Gruffalo trail. There is a disabled toilet in the museum and in the Coffee shop. A gradually sloping wide ramp connects the ground floor to the second floor. Gallery 4 is we regret, is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Guide and assistance dogs are welcomed in all areas of the Dean Heritage Centre. For disabled visitors who may require a little support on our woodland site, we are able to admit one carer free of charge to offer assistance where needed.

Accessibility features

  • Access for Wheelchair UsersAccess for Wheelchair Users
  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible toilet
  • Assistance Dogs Only
  • Family Friendly
  • PA/Carer Free Entry

Address

Dean Heritage Centre
Cinderford
GL14 2UB