Symonds Yat Rock

Managed by Forestry England, Symonds Yat Rock is a viewpoint well known for its picturesque views, trails linking to the River Wye, range of circular walks into the forest, and bird-watching. Choose from a selection of five walking trails or choose to take the cycle route by bike.
The area has a deep history and an ancient hill fort sat at the clifftop that provided a great vantage point for its Iron age inhabitants, who built the fort 2,500 years ago. The site is now a certified ancient monument.
Its high viewpoint also makes for a brilliant place for bird-watching, being one of the best places in the country to watch Peregrine Falcons. However, with a little patience, you might also spot Goshawks, Sparrowhawks, Buzzards, Tawny Owls, the list goes on.
Entry Cost
Hours
November to February - 5:00pm
March - 6:30pm
April - 8:00pm
May to August - 9:00pm
September - 7:30pm
October - 6:30pm
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Welcomes
- Children welcome
- Coach parties
- Dogs welcome
- Free entry
- Accepts groups
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Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled facilities
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Facilities
- On-site cafe/restaurant
- Picnics welcome
- Public toilets
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Special Features
- Historical Interest
- Rural location






Directions & Parking
Symonds Yat
Herefordshire
HR9 6BY
Near Coleford, Gloucestershire
Sat Nav Postcode: GL16 7NZ