News from Puzzlewood in the Forest of Dean
BBC Radio 4 "Open Country" at Puzzlewood October 2008
Matt Baker, the TV and radio presenter came to Puzzlewood to see for himself the fantastic scenery, and the Scowles within. This is part of a special report on the "Forest of Dean" to be broadcast in November. Jon Hoyle, from Gloucestershire Archaeology Service, was there to provide an explanation on the formation of Scowles.
Merlin magic at Puzzlewood 12th October 2008
Puzzlewood served up a spot of sorcery when it was used as a location for the hit BBC One fantasy drama Merlin . Film crews worked their magic when they shot scenes for the drama that follows the early life of the wizarding wonder from Arthurian legend. Actors Colin Morgan, who plays Merlin, and Bradley James, who is the young King Arthur, spent three days filming at Puzzle Wood last weekend
Merlin is screened on Saturday evenings. The episodes filmed at Puzzlewood are expected to be aired on November 29 and December 6
Middle Earth Trail October Half Term 18th Oct to 2nd Nov
Puzzlewood is believed by many to have been the inspiration for Middle Earth in the epic tale "Lord of the Rings" by JRR Tolkien. As a tribute, Puzzlewood are holding a "Middle Earth Trail" over the two week half term. Come and search for Elves ,Orcs and Wizards , and once you have completed your sheet, claim your prize. Trail sheets available at the shop for £1.
Competition Update, Foal named Nero July 2008
We have named our new Foal "Nero". The name was suggested by readers of "The Forester", "The Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Review" and visitors to the BBC Website. Nero is in honour of Neroli Jones, the lady who helped deliver Nero. Incidentally, Nero is latin for Powerful. The winners all receive family tickets to Puzzlewood, and runners up have received a free child place.
Our unexpected Foal and competition June 2008
A racehorse breeder from Australia got more than she expected from her visit to Puzzlewood when she helped deliver a foal to one of their miniature Shetland Ponies. Neroli Jones from New South Wales was on a day trip to Puzzlewood as part of a three week holiday in England, when 3 year old Tara started to foal. Neroli used her expertise to deliver the colt. Mother and baby are doing well and can be seen at Puzzlewood.
The birth, was reported on the BBC West "Points West" evening news, and also on local radio, as well as appearing in local press and web sites.
BBC News-Tourist delivers foal in forest
Gloucestershire News- Foal delivered by Tourist
We are currently running a competition (closes End June) to name our new arrival. The winner will receive a family entrance ticket to Puzzlewood. Please send entries to foal@puzzlewood.net. More information on miniature Shetland Ponies and other animals can be found by Clicking Here
Pygmy Goats are here !! Feb 2008
Two beautiful baby pygmy goats Africa and Alice, have now come to live at Puzzlewood. These twin baby sisters were born on 4th Feb 2008.
Easter Trail 2008
The 2008 Easter Trail was a great success, with hundreds of children tracking down the animals names to claim their Easter treat. Luckily the wood gave nice shelter from the cold winds that were around that weekend
BBC's Big Read
In 2003, the BBC One series, "The Big Read" voted The Lord of the Rings as Britain's favourite book. It was championed by Ray Mears, who came to Puzzlewood to promote the book.
