Set in the heart of the Forest Of Dean the Speech House dates from 1676 when it was used as a hunting lodge for King Charles II. The Hotel has 31 comfortably appointed bedrooms, several with four-poster beds which have been tastefully refurbished and offer modern facilities while retaining their original charm, most overlooking the romantic wilderness of the surrounding Forest of Dean. Within easy access of main road and rail links, the Speech house is your ideal venue for easy access to the Gloucestershire countryside. The Hotel can also arrange facilities for up to 150 people for weddings and conferences.
The Speech House is situated close to a wealth of activities to enjoy during your stay, only 4 km away is Go Ape! an adventure course complete with rope bridge, Tarzan swings and zip slides. Additionally Motiva Ropes Course, just 6.9 km from the hotel, provides a great range of team challenges from ground level up to 40 feet in the trees. 9 km from the hotel is Forest Combat Paintballing which offers an exciting and exhilarating adventure for all thrill seekers.
Keen mountain bikers can follow the varied tracks in the Forest of Dean, Wye Valley, Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains. Pedalaway is ideal for bike hire, situated 17.5 km away from the Speech House.
The nearby Clearwell Caves, 7.7 km from the property provide a fantastic caving experience. 11.6 km away from the hotel is the Royal Forest of Dean Angling Club offering excellent sport on various waters.
For those who love animals, enjoy a walk with llamas and camels in the beautiful Forest of Dean at Severn Wye Llama Trekking, 25.6 km from the Speech House.
Wye Pursuits is an outdoor adventure company only 10.6 km away which offers a range of activities including canoe hire, caving and white water rafting. Furthermore, Yeehaa Outdoors Ltd is situated 24.1 km from the property and provides a range of activities including climbing, canoeing, archery and guided walks.
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