Coleford
Coleford is a thriving community located within easy reach of a wide range of interesting places to visit throughout the Royal Forest of Dean, Wye Valley and Vale of Leadon. Coleford has a rich history, first recorded as Colevorde in 1275 when it was in part of the Royal hunting forest. It was here in Coleford during the 1800's that Robert Mushet perfected the Bessemer Process of steel making and later developed his own self-hardening steel, which transformed tool making in the industrial age.
Coleford has a number of historical buildings which are well worth a visit and can be enjoyed along one of the many Coleford Town walks, each of which follow their own special theme. There is also a whole range of events that take place in Coleford throughout the year, including the Carnival of Transport in April, the well established Coleford Music Festival in May and dancing through the Dean in July, plus visitors have the opportunity to sample the locally produced food and drink at the Coleford Farmers Market which takes place in the town square every Friday.
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