View of Cannop Ponds – Cannop Ponds loop from West Dean

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View of Cannop Ponds – Cannop Ponds loop from West Dean

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View of Cannop Ponds – Cannop Ponds loop from West Dean

01:23

5.40km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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894 m

Mallards Pike Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice meeting hub while out exploring FOD plenty of picnic benches, cafe and a great walking loop of the pond, both lower and upper sections.

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1.01 km

Cafe with Outdoor Seating

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cafe stop with outdoor seating

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1.74 km

View of Cannop Ponds

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Once the site of the Severn and Wye Railway, this area has been turned into an important habitat for the wildlife that's now abundant in this former industrial area.

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2.47 km

View of Cannop Ponds

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Nice meeting hub while out exploring FOD plenty of picnic benches, cafe and a great walking loop of the pond, both lower and upper sections.

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2.59 km

Cannop Ponds Picnic Area

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Great area for a stop during your biking and hiking adventure. On the edge of Cannop ponds, with a nice van (during season) selling hot and cold food and drinks 👍

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2.69 km

Cannop Ponds

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Very peaceful. Loads of bird life and a nice little ice cream van. Apparently good fishing as bike aren't allowed around pond.

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3.55 km

Speech House Road Crossing

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Take great care when crossing Speech House Road here on the Forest of Dean Family Cycle Trail loop. After miles and miles of blissful traffic-free cycleways you'll need to get …

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