Mother's Day Gift Guide
Find the perfect Mother's Day gift with local experiences, creative days out and unforgettable adventures across the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Symonds Yat is one of the most iconic and beautiful locations in the Dean Wye. There are three distinct parts: Symonds Yat Rock, a viewpoint with incredible views over the River Wye; and the villages of Symonds Yat East and Symonds Yat West on either side of the river. The only way from one side to the other is a long drive or a passenger ferry.
Canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding are popular, guided tours can be taken, or equipment hired. The lower river has rapids making it popular with kayakers, and the area is perfect for birdwatching.
Symonds Yat West has a large caravan and camping site and visitor attractions including the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo.
Symonds Yat East has several places to eat and stay including the picturesque Saracens Head Inn with its riverside beer garden. A footpath leads from the village up to Yat Rock. Find out more about walking routes in the area here. A river cruise with Kingfisher Cruises begins here.
Some scenes from the popular Netflix series Sex Education were filmed around Symonds Yat and you can see the famous red house above the Saracens Head Inn.
Plan your holiday in Symonds Yat with our great places to stay, things to do and places to eat nearby.
Canoe hire in the Wye Valley is the ultimate activity for those who love the outdoors. Ideal for… Canoe hire in the Wye Valley is the ultimate activity for those who love the outdoors. Ideal for families on holiday, friends seeking a challenge or groups wanting to do…
Challenging Miniature Golf Course. Fun and games for all, all you have to do is hit the ball! Challenging Miniature Golf Course. Fun and games for all, all you have to do is hit the ball!
16th Century riverside Inn offering a variety of high quality food and real ales. 16th Century riverside Inn offering a variety of high quality food and real ales.
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Quirky hobbit-sized luxury in nature with stunning views. Two Hobbit Huts providing cosy comfort… Quirky hobbit-sized luxury in nature with stunning views. Two Hobbit Huts providing cosy comfort for couples and families in a child- and dog-friendly meadow.
Way2Go Adventures is a family-run business offering exciting outdoor activities such as Canoeing,… Way2Go Adventures is a family-run business offering exciting outdoor activities such as Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP) and Gorge Walking in the Wye Valley…
Exceptional Coffee At The Forest Of Dean's Most Spectacular Beauty Spot Exceptional Coffee At The Forest Of Dean's Most Spectacular Beauty Spot
16 century riverside inn offering high quality food and comfortable accommodation situated in the… 16 century riverside inn offering high quality food and comfortable accommodation situated in the Wye Valley gorge where it meets the Forest of Dean in the idyllic village of…
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£29.00
Bracelands Campsite is a spacious, family- and dog-friendly camping, caravan and glamping site on… Bracelands Campsite is a spacious, family- and dog-friendly camping, caravan and glamping site on the edge of the Forest of Dean. Open year-round, offering panoramic…
Bespoke chauffeur driven private tours of the beautiful Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Bespoke chauffeur driven private tours of the beautiful Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Walk with butterflies at the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo in Symonds Yat. Walk with butterflies at the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo in Symonds Yat.
Step into a world of myth and mystery at the brand-new Indoor Adventure Golf. Inspired by the… Step into a world of myth and mystery at the brand-new Indoor Adventure Golf. Inspired by the legends of King Arthur and Merlin’s magic -it’s a twelve-hole quest.
Internationally renowned viewpoint with fantastic views over the Wye Valley. A car park, cafe and… Internationally renowned viewpoint with fantastic views over the Wye Valley. A car park, cafe and shop are nearby and there are woodland walks all around including down to…
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£70.00
Superb contemporary open-plan apartments opening out onto stunning valley views. Walk straight into… Superb contemporary open-plan apartments opening out onto stunning valley views. Walk straight into the Forest of Dean. Explore Symonds Yat Rock and the Wye Valley.
Ross on Wye Canoe Hire, based in Symonds Yat West in the heart of the Wye valley is one of the UK's… Ross on Wye Canoe Hire, based in Symonds Yat West in the heart of the Wye valley is one of the UK's leading Canoe Hire specialists with over thirty years of experience in the…
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£200.00
Sleep up to 4 | 3-night min stays| very Dog-friendly | Hot Tub | EV charger | Romantic Stay | Close… Sleep up to 4 | 3-night min stays| very Dog-friendly | Hot Tub | EV charger | Romantic Stay | Close to Symonds Yat Viewpoint | walks from gate into the forest
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Discover Broom Hill Retreat: luxury glamping (carriages Daisy & Doris) & The Annex in Royal Forest… Discover Broom Hill Retreat: luxury glamping (carriages Daisy & Doris) & The Annex in Royal Forest of Dean. Enjoy nature with home comforts, hot tubs & more!
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25th Sept 2026 - 27th Sept 2026
Get off the beaten track with our favourite guided walks in the Ross area with great leaders and… Get off the beaten track with our favourite guided walks in the Ross area with great leaders and stunning scenery. Three days of walks for all abilities and a diverse range…
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28th Mar 2026 - 28th Mar 2026
Experience a classic French tasting evening at The Speech House Hotel with onion soup, Coq au Vin… Experience a classic French tasting evening at The Speech House Hotel with onion soup, Coq au Vin and crème brûlée in the heart of the Forest of Dean.
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10th Apr 2026 - 10th Apr 2026
Experience an intimate mediumship evening with Simone Jones at The Speech House Hotel, exploring… Experience an intimate mediumship evening with Simone Jones at The Speech House Hotel, exploring spirit communication in a welcoming Forest of Dean setting
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29th Apr 2026 - 29th Apr 2026
Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery on the potter’s wheel.… Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery on the potter’s wheel. Your own potter’s wheel and an inexhaustible amount of clay to play with.
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29th Apr 2026 - 29th Apr 2026
Escape to the country and spend a whole day learning how to make pottery…
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29th Apr 2026 - 29th Apr 2026
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29th Apr 2026 - 29th Apr 2026
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30th Apr 2026 - 30th Apr 2026
Enjoy a vibrant Indian tasting evening at The Speech House featuring…
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9th May 2026 - 9th May 2026
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22nd May 2026 - 22nd May 2026
Meet Deb from Plumphill Farm at this special tasting evening celebrating…
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25th Jun 2026 - 25th Jun 2026
A relaxed Spanish tapas night at The Speech House with Patatas Bravas,…
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22nd Jul 2026 - 22nd Jul 2026
Sun-drenched Mediterranean flavours come to The Speech House with…
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1st Aug 2026 - 1st Aug 2026
Escape to the country and spend the 1st August learning how to make…
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15th Aug 2026 - 15th Aug 2026
Escape to the country and 15th August learning how to make pottery on the…
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5th Sept 2026 - 5th Sept 2026
Escape to the country and spend 5th September learning how to make pottery…
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9th Sept 2026 - 9th Sept 2026
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£35.00
Half day canoe trip - Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat Half day canoe trip - Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat
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£35.00
Three quarter day canoe trip - Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat Three quarter day canoe trip - Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat
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£35.00
1 day canoe trip - Ross-on-Wye to Symonds Yat 1 day canoe trip - Ross-on-Wye to Symonds Yat
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£70.00
2 day canoe trip - Hoarwithy to Symonds Yat 2 day canoe trip - Hoarwithy to Symonds Yat
Explore Symonds Yat Rock with way-marked trails to stunning river-gorge viewpoints. Route options,… Explore Symonds Yat Rock with way-marked trails to stunning river-gorge viewpoints. Route options, distances, parking and café info in one place.
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