Newnham
Things to do in Newnham, Gloucestershire
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Newnham is a small Gloucestershire village with a handful of places to stay and eat, making it a quiet base for exploring the area rather than a destination unto itself. The two bed-and-breakfasts here have solid reputations: Severnside Press rated 5.0 from around 112 reviews, and Grove Farm rated 4.7 from 18 reviews. There is also Severn Banks Camping, which has attracted strong reviews (4.8 from 170) and suggests the area has some appeal to visitors willing to pitch a tent.
The main draws are Elton Giant Mazes, rated 4.5 from 156 reviews, and BattleSports Glos, rated 4.7 from 85 reviews—both offering active entertainment rather than the usual tourist trail. The mazes in particular seem to draw families returning regularly. For eating, you have White Birch Events Ltd rated 4.9 from 62 reviews and a smaller venue rated 5.0, alongside the mazes venue itself.
What emerges is a village suited to people who want a quiet base with something specific to do—whether that is navigating mazes, competing in battle sports, or simply staying put in comfortable accommodation. It is not a place to visit for abundance of choice, but rather for a focused few days away from busier towns.
Where to stay in Newnham(2)
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The Old Passage Inn
Passage Road, Arlingham
Severnside Press B&B
High Street, Newnham
Grove Farm B&B
Grove Farm Bullo Pill, Newnham
The Belfry Hotel
Broad St, Cinderford
Littledean House Hotel
Broad Street, Cinderford
White Hart Inn
85 St Whites Road, Cinderford
The New Inn
170 Ruspidge Road, Cinderford
The Ship Inn
Upper Framilode, Gloucester
Things to Do in Newnham(2)
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Where to Eat in Newnham(3)
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Attractions Near Newnham
All attractions in Newnham →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Newnham.
4 mi
Saul Junction Boat Hire
Gloucester · ⭐ 4.5
4 mi
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Slimbridge · ⭐ 4.7
5 mi
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Coleford · ⭐ 5.0
5 mi
The Gruffalo Trail
Parkend · ⭐ 5.0
5 mi
Go Ape Forest of Dean
Forest of Dean · ⭐ 4.7
5 mi
Beechenhurst
Coleford · ⭐ 4.4
5 mi
Pedalabikeaway
Coleford · ⭐ 4.5
7 mi
Taurus Crafts
Lydney · ⭐ 4.3
Camping in Newnham(1)
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Passage Farm Certificated Location
⭐ 4.9
West End Farm Campsite
⭐ 4.6 · from £22/night
West End Farm - GL2
⭐ 4.6
Severn Banks Camping
⭐ 4.8
Severn Valley Touring Caravan and Camping Site
⭐ 4.8 · from £26/night
Apple Orchard Campsite
⭐ 4.8
Baldwin's Brook Glamping
⭐ 4.9 · from £28/night
Rivers View Holidays
⭐ 5.0 · from £85/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Newnham
All cottages in Newnham →Bank House Apartment
1 bed · sleeps 3
Milton End Farm Barns
8 cottages · from £443
White Birch Manor Getaways
2 cottages · from £5,245
The Petit Manor
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £907
The Cider Barn at Emmings Farm
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £363
Lilac Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £393
Hillside Hideaway
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £403
Zion Chapel
1 bed · sleeps 4
Common questions about Newnham
How many campsites are there in Newnham?
We list 1 campsites in and around Newnham, of which 1 take tents.
Where can I stay in Newnham?
We list 2 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Newnham.
What is there to do in Newnham?
We list 2 attractions and things to do in and around Newnham.
Where can I eat in Newnham?
We list 3 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Newnham.
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