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Post date:
6th May 2025
Everything, you need to know about canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding on the stunning River Wye at Symonds Yat West!
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Symonds Yat
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.
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Symonds Yat Rock
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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Stay at The Saracens Head Inn
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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Way2Go Adventures Ltd
Way2Go Adventures is a family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean offering exciting outdoor… Way2Go Adventures is a family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean offering exciting outdoor activities such as Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP) and…
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Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo
See hundreds of free-flying butterflies at Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo, Symonds Yat. Indoor… See hundreds of free-flying butterflies at Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo, Symonds Yat. Indoor rainforest-tickets, opening hours and visitor tips.
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River Wye Canoe Hire
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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Forest Barns
5 Luxury Cottages in Private Rural Hamlet | Book One or All | Hot Tubs & Log Fires | Wedding… 5 Luxury Cottages in Private Rural Hamlet | Book One or All | Hot Tubs & Log Fires | Wedding Licence Inside or Out | Child and Pet friendly | Event Spaces
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Hot Pot Pottery
A cosy country pottery offering a wide range of pottery activities, workshops, classes and… A cosy country pottery offering a wide range of pottery activities, workshops, classes and experiences for all ages, levels of ability & budgets in the Forest of Dean.
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Wye Valley Miniature Golf
A twelve hole miniature golf course amongst the fantasy ruins of a picturesque Roman villa. Will… A twelve hole miniature golf course amongst the fantasy ruins of a picturesque Roman villa. Will you beat par?
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Rock Climbing with Inspire2Adventure - Half Day
Enjoy rock climbing, if this is your first climb, we'll give you the confidence to have a go at… Enjoy rock climbing, if this is your first climb, we'll give you the confidence to have a go at this exhilarating sport. And for more experienced climbers, there is plenty of…
Trails In 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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