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Lydbrook is a village located in the Forest of Dean, known for its historical association with the coal and iron industries. Once a hub for iron and coal industries, Lydbrook has a rich industrial heritage. The village's unique layout and historical buildings reflect its past, and it played a key role in the region's 19th-century industrial boom. You can still spot remnants of its railway and ironworks history today.
Today, it is a great location for hiking, with numerous trails offering scenic views of the surrounding woodlands and rivers.
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