Blistors Farm The Bull Pen in Brockaran Barn Blistors Farm Lydney Road, Lydney, GL15 6EW

About Blistors Farm The Bull Pen

Blistors Farm The Bull Pen is a converted former cowshed sleeping 9 guests in Bream, near Coleford in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. This quirky property with exposed beams offers groups a brilliant base with a games room featuring a full-size snooker table, tennis court and private hot tub. The working village location provides easy access to local shops and pubs.

The Forest of Dean surrounds this peaceful retreat. Mature gardens span 2 acres with a secure enclosed field perfect for dogs. The area offers mountain biking trails, caving at Symonds Yat and canoeing on the River Wye.

Accommodation includes 4 bedrooms: 1 double with en-suite shower room, 2 super-king-size zip-and-link beds (convertible to twins) and 1 family room with double plus single. There are 3 bathrooms total. The kitchen features an electric oven, dishwasher, coffee machine and air fryer. A utility room houses the washing machine and additional fridge-freezer. The living room has an open fire and TV. A separate snug contains a sofa bed.

Clearwell Castle sits 2 miles away (6 minutes). Puzzlewood lies 2.5 miles distant (7 minutes). Symonds Yat Rock reaches 5 miles (12 minutes). Beechenhurst Lodge and cafe is 6 miles away (15 minutes).

Blistors Farm The Bull Pen suits large families and groups wanting outdoor activities combined with indoor entertainment. The hot tub, games room and dog facilities make this ideal for celebrations.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Activity: cycling
✓Bathrooms: 3
✓Dogs allowed: 4
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓Garden enclosed
✓Ground floor bathroom or shower room
✓Kitchen
✓Towels included
✓Location: Rural
✓Family friendly
✓Other: BBQ
✓Christmas decorations
✓Other: Games room/Play Facilities
✓Other: Hot tub
✓Open fire/wood burner
✓Other: Sky TV
✓Other: Tennis court
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Oven with hob
✓Private parking
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Detached
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Shop within 1 mile
✓Smart TV
✓TV

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Blistors Farm The Bull Pen

Full-Size Snooker Table

The games room features a professional snooker table alongside table tennis, providing hours of entertainment for competitive groups and families throughout your stay.

Private Hot Tub

Relax in your own hot tub after exploring the Forest of Dean. Guests consistently praise this feature for unwinding with friends and family.

Two-Acre Dog Field

Four dogs welcome with a secure enclosed field for off-lead exercise. Guests love the freedom this gives their pets to run safely.

Tennis Court On-Site

Your own tennis court provides active entertainment for groups. Combined with the games room, there's something for everyone whatever the weather.

Character-Filled Conversion

This former cowshed retains exposed beams and original features. Guests describe it as quirky, homely and full of history that adds real personality.

Peaceful Forest Location

Set in mature gardens within the Forest of Dean, this property offers tranquillity whilst remaining close to village amenities and outdoor activities.

Getting To Blistors Farm The Bull Pen

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Blistors Farm The Bull Pen by car, follow the A48 through the Forest of Dean towards Coleford, then take the B4231 to Bream. The property is peacefully located within the village with off-road parking for five cars.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Lydney, approximately 5 miles away. From there, a taxi will take you through the Forest of Dean to the property in around 15 minutes.

Off-road parking for five cars

Lydney station (5 miles)

Accessible via A48 and B4231

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Clearwell Castle

Distance: 2 miles

GL16 8LG

Puzzlewood

Distance: 2.5 miles

GL15 6QE

Symonds Yat Rock

Distance: 5 miles

HR9 6BW

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

Distance: 4 miles

GL16 7EH

Wye Valley Walk

Distance: 5 miles

HR9 6BW

Beechenhurst Lodge Trails

Distance: 6 miles

GL16 7EH

Coleford Town Centre

Distance: 2 miles

GL16 8AH

Bream Village Stores

Distance: 0.5 miles

GL15 6JU

Lydney Tesco Superstore

Distance: 5 miles

GL15 5SP

Go Ape Beechenhurst

Distance: 6 miles

GL16 7EH

Perrygrove Railway

Distance: 2 miles

GL15 6QE

Dean Heritage Centre

Distance: 4 miles

GL14 2UB

Clearwell Castle

Distance: 2 miles

GL16 8LG

Puzzlewood

Distance: 2.5 miles

GL15 6QE

Symonds Yat Rock

Distance: 5 miles

HR9 6BW

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

Distance: 4 miles

GL16 7EH

Wye Valley Walk

Distance: 5 miles

HR9 6BW

Beechenhurst Lodge Trails

Distance: 6 miles

GL16 7EH

Coleford Town Centre

Distance: 2 miles

GL16 8AH

Bream Village Stores

Distance: 0.5 miles

GL15 6JU

Lydney Tesco Superstore

Distance: 5 miles

GL15 5SP

Go Ape Beechenhurst

Distance: 6 miles

GL16 7EH

Perrygrove Railway

Distance: 2 miles

GL15 6QE

Dean Heritage Centre

Distance: 4 miles

GL14 2UB

Is Blistors Farm The Bull Pen Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children will love the tennis court, table tennis and games room with full-size snooker table. The 2-acre enclosed field provides safe space for outdoor games. A travel cot and highchair are available on request. The fire pit offers evening entertainment while the hot tub adds excitement. Nearby attractions include Puzzlewood (2.5 miles), Perrygrove Railway (2 miles) and Go Ape at Beechenhurst (6 miles).

Groups Will Love...

The dedicated games room is a standout feature for groups. It houses a full-size professional snooker table and table tennis equipment. Combined with the outdoor tennis court, groups have entertainment whatever the weather. The space is separate from the main living areas, allowing different activities simultaneously. CCTV operates in this area for security. This setup makes the property perfect for competitive families and friend groups.

Pet Friendly

Up to 4 dogs are welcome at this property. The standout feature is the 2-acre secure enclosed field where dogs can exercise off-lead safely. A utility room provides space for drying wet dogs after Forest walks. Washing facilities are available for muddy paws. The Forest of Dean surrounds the property with countless walking trails. Dog-friendly pubs sit within the village. This setup makes it outstanding for multiple-dog families.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Blistors Farm The Bull Pen

The Rising Sun

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: GL15 6EU

The Speech House Hotel

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: GL16 7EL

The Fountain Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: GL16 8NB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Blistors Farm The Bull Pen

How many guests does Blistors Farm The Bull Pen sleep?

The property sleeps 9 guests across 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms. There's a double with en-suite, 2 super-king zip-and-link beds (convertible to twins) and 1 family room with double plus single bed.

Is Blistors Farm The Bull Pen pet friendly?

Yes, up to 4 dogs are welcome. The property includes a 2-acre secure enclosed field for off-lead exercise, a utility room for drying wet dogs and washing facilities.

What entertainment facilities are available for groups?

The games room has a full-size snooker table and table tennis. Outside you'll find a tennis court, fire pit, BBQ area and hot tub for group entertainment.

Is there parking at the property?

Off-road parking is available for 5 cars on site. This makes it convenient for groups arriving in multiple vehicles.

What kitchen facilities are provided?

The kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, coffee machine and air fryer. The utility room has an additional fridge-freezer and washing machine.

Are there facilities for young children?

Yes, a travel cot and highchair are available on request. The enclosed gardens and grounds provide safe outdoor space for children to play.

What outdoor space is available?

The property has mature gardens with covered seating, BBQ, fire pit, tennis court and a 2-acre enclosed field. There's also secure bicycle storage and washing facilities.

Can we hire additional space for celebrations?

A party tent accommodating up to 30 people can be hired separately. Combined with the extensive grounds and facilities, this makes the property suitable for celebrations.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Blistors Farm The Bull Pen Reviews

Sarah

We had a fantastic time celebrating my 60th with family, including a baby and three dogs. The cottage had everything we needed and was super cosy. The hot tub was a highlight, even in the rain. Thanks for having us, we loved it!

Alex

Really enjoyed our time here! The owners were super friendly and helpfuland the boys loved relaxing in the hot tub. The dogs had a blast running free in the field. Definitely coming back!

David

Really enjoyed it, plenty to do, definitely coming back soon!

Jake

What a lovely place to stay! There was loads to keep us occupied. We brought four dogs along and the set up was just perfect for them. The hosts were really helpful and friendly. We'd definitely think about staying here again in future!

Emily

We found Blistors Farm really quirky. As a family of 6 adults, one 3-year-old and a dog, it was quite the adventure! The facilities were greatand we thoroughly enjoyed the table tennis, snooker and bar football. The games room is such an experience! We made full use of the hot tub, which was heated to perfectionand we really appreciated the extra towels. Our dog absolutely LOVED the enclosed field! We all had a fantastic weekend and would definitely recommend it for a getaway packed with traditional family fun activities!

Oliver

We found the place to be quirky and fun, with well-equipped spaces and really comfortable beds. The baths and showers were great tooand the rooms were spacious. Plus, the garden is prettyand we loved the hot tub and fire pit!

Linda

We can't recommend this property enough! We often book cottagesand this one's definitely among our favourites. It's super clean and comfortable. We had a lovely chat with the owner a couple of days before our arrivaland she was so warm, friendlyand accommodating, which carried on throughout our stay. The cottage had a lovely feel to itand the facilities were great. Don't miss out on the Miners Arms in Whitecroft; it's a fantastic pub with an awesome atmosphere and amazing pies. The whole area is really friendly. An absolute must-see!

Tom

We really loved it, such a well-equipped cottage in a fantastic location! The hot tub, tennis courtand snooker were all brilliant. Louise and Frank were amazing hostsand we will definitely return one day.

Amara

We highly recommend this place! Thanks to the wonderful hosts, we had a lovely holiday in this well-equipped cottage. The highlights include a tennis court, playrooms, a hot tub, a bbq area, a fireplaceand beautifully designed rooms. We will definitely be back.

Wendy

The cottage was fantastic myself & friends loved its quirkiness. Its really well located to amenities & sites in the Forest of Dean. House is lovely & private. Perfect place to have a get together. Had everything you needed & hosts were brilliant - couldn't do enough for you. We had a brilliant time.

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Blistors Farm The Bull Pen, Lydney

About Blistors Farm The Bull Pen

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Full-Size Snooker Table

Private Hot Tub

Two-Acre Dog Field

Tennis Court On-Site

Character-Filled Conversion

Peaceful Forest Location

Getting To Blistors Farm The Bull Pen

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Blistors Farm The Bull Pen Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Rising Sun

The Speech House Hotel

The Fountain Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Blistors Farm The Bull Pen Reviews