CANOE | Ross on Wye | Symonds yat
Departing from our usual walking videos, this time we venture out on the water, for a little half day canoeing down the river Wye, near Ross on Wye in England UK.
We parked at the Sterrets Caravan park and campsite (pay and display - £5 for the day)
We hired the canoes from Ross on wye Canoe Hire (
for £45, they will take you in a minibus, to Kerne bridge, help you onto the water, where you go for a few hours, downstream back to their office (at the nearby Ye Old Ferrie Inn)
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Scandinavianz - Stay
BraveLion - Morning Travel
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Kayaking the River Wye, England, Oct 7, 2018
15.5 miles down the beautiful River Wye from Kerne Bridge near Ross-on-Wye to Monmouth
River Wye - 2 day canoe trip, Hereford to Hoarwithy
A two day canoe trip from Hereford to Tresseck campsite at Hoarwithy with an overnight camp on the riverbank inbetween. An easy 16 mile paddle which could probably be paddled in one long day, but I prefer to dawdle and really take in the beautiful surroundings, why the rush? Although I paddled this section of the river mid-week in order to avoid the hire company crowds it was still fairly busy with groups. It’s a more popular section of the Wye compared to further upstream sections.
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The Longest Rest, Alan Ellis. Be Free with Me, Siine. On a Clear Morning, Sunfish Grove. Haunted Heart, Dawn, Dawn, Dawn. Rest, Christian Andersen.
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Symonds Yat Rapids, Canoeing & Activities
- Symonds Yat near Ross-on-Wye is a great place to stay for a holiday for camping, B&B or holiday cottages. With many activities such as canoeing on the River Wye, walks and much more. visit goherefordshire.co.uk
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3 Girls in a Canoe!
Brilliant day on the River Wye with good friends. With not much experience between us, we conquered the Symonds Yat Rapids!! Such a beautiful part of the world - explore it if you can :) We highly recommend Monmouth Canoes for canoe hire - they were fab! Check them out here: :)
Music: Song for Tahiti by Stephen J. Anderson
Canoeing the River Wye From Kerne Bridge to Redbrook
We take our friend Ginny along for a canoe trip on the River Wye from Kerne Bridge to Redbrook.
Along the way, we natter to Kenny, of Kenny's taxis, and take in some of the stunning scenery and wildlife that can be found along the Wye Valley's banks.
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Canoe hire trip on the river Wye, running the Symonds Yat rapids
Half day Canoe hire trip from Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat
Canoeing the Wye from Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat takes half a day. We operate two trips a day, in the morning (08.30 - 09.30) and afternoon (12.30 - 13.30). You could linger with a three quarter day trip if you wished, starting at 11.00 am and finishing at 4.30pm. Ideal for an extended lunch (mind not to drink too much though).
CANOEING FROM KERNE BRIDGE TO SYMONDS YAT
Setting off from Kerne Bridge you will pass through Lower Lydbrook, and navigate around a small island. This is only 25 minutes downstream but you may wish to take a break here as there are refreshments that can be purchased here.
Continuing your canoeing along the Wye you will pass Welsh Bicknor on your right and English Bicknor on your left. At Welsh Bicknor there is a former rectory with a church in the grounds, and a large grassy area ideal for picnics.
Shortly after is the area where the 18th century Rev. Gilpin first introduced the word 'picturesque' to the English language in describing the surrounding landscape. For him it defined that kind of beauty which is agreeable in a picture.
When the river starts to turn west you will come through a beautiful valley. You will find Ship Rock high above your left shoulder. The cliffs that run along the skyline are Coldwell Rocks, home to the Peregrine falcon. The end of the line of cliffs is marked by Symonds Yat Rock. As you come under the rocks there is a shingle beach that backs onto a meadow on the opposite side, which acts as the perfect half way stop off for a picnic or a snack.
From here the River Wye takes a long wide oval course, nearly coming back on itself at Symonds Yat. But before reaching Symonds Yat you will paddle your canoe under Huntsham Bridge (the green bridge) and it takes about 25 minutes back from here.
As you enter Symonds Yat West you will see large boulders on the left, this is the landmark we advise paddlers to remember as our landing point is on the right just opposite them.
canoethewye.co.uk
01600891100
Walk to Symonds Yat
Here's a short video we made covering the walk from the Bracelands Campsite to Symonds Yat.
It was a rather wet autumn day when we went, as you can see from the video.
If you are visiting Camping in the Forest Bracelands site, you can see a full route in ViewRanger of this walk. Total distance 5.17 mi
A full write-up can be found here:
For more details and our review for staying at Bracelands campsite, read this:
This is a family friendly walk though it is not suitable for pushchairs.
Hay - The Boat Inn @ Whitney-on-Wye Pickup (want to canoe?) HD
Canoing on the River Wye at Symonds Yat. GH 17.
From the top of Symonds Yat.
Kayaking the river wye
By Paul Rowlands
Symonds Yat In-River Work
Symonds Yat is a small set of very picturesque rapids on the River Wye near the England/Wales border very popular with novice canoeists as an introduction to moving water.
After years of fund raising & gaining the appropriate legal consents this is a video of the work during September 2008 to restore them.
See website at yatrapids.co.uk for more details.
Canoe the Wye Ltd under siege, helicopter doing a fly by
Half day Canoe hire trip from Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat
Canoeing the Wye from Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat takes half a day. We operate two trips a day, in the morning (08.30 - 09.30) and afternoon (12.30 - 13.30). You could linger with a three quarter day trip if you wished, starting at 11.00 am and finishing at 4.30pm. Ideal for an extended lunch (mind not to drink too much though).
CANOEING FROM KERNE BRIDGE TO SYMONDS YAT
Setting off from Kerne Bridge you will pass through Lower Lydbrook, and navigate around a small island. This is only 25 minutes downstream but you may wish to take a break here as there are refreshments that can be purchased here.
Continuing your canoeing along the Wye you will pass Welsh Bicknor on your right and English Bicknor on your left. At Welsh Bicknor there is a former rectory with a church in the grounds, and a large grassy area ideal for picnics.
Shortly after is the area where the 18th century Rev. Gilpin first introduced the word 'picturesque' to the English language in describing the surrounding landscape. For him it defined that kind of beauty which is agreeable in a picture.
When the river starts to turn west you will come through a beautiful valley. You will find Ship Rock high above your left shoulder. The cliffs that run along the skyline are Coldwell Rocks, home to the Peregrine falcon. The end of the line of cliffs is marked by Symonds Yat Rock. As you come under the rocks there is a shingle beach that backs onto a meadow on the opposite side, which acts as the perfect half way stop off for a picnic or a snack.
From here the River Wye takes a long wide oval course, nearly coming back on itself at Symonds Yat. But before reaching Symonds Yat you will paddle your canoe under Huntsham Bridge (the green bridge) and it takes about 25 minutes back from here.
As you enter Symonds Yat West you will see large boulders on the left, this is the landmark we advise paddlers to remember as our landing point is on the right just opposite them.
canoethewye.co.uk
01600891100
The Hope and Anchor Inn
Ideally situated in the town heart is the Hope and Anchor Inn. The inn's garden offers a tranquil corner to sit down and relax. Business facilities at the inn include function rooms. If hotel patrons are looking for relaxation away from the inn, there are great fishing spots close by. Fun waterside activities are exclusively available at the inn. If you're travelling with a family in tow, the Hope and Anchor Inn offers spacious rooms geared towards the requirements of families and kids. Rooms at the inn have a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.
7 Wye Rapids Cottages, Symonds Yat
We took this video the morning we left after a few wonderful days in Symonds Yat. The property sits in an elevated position overlooking the river Wye, and the only sounds are the river and the birds!
River Wye from Kern Bridge
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Hike & Wild Camp - River Wye Source (Preview)
Hike & Wild Camp - River Wye Source (Preview)
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The Upper Wye is in the Cambrian Mountains in Mid Wales. This video features part of a wider hike to explore the River Wye in a 1,000 mile long walk through its catchment area.
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Symonds Yat Walks In Herefordshire, England, UK
Symonds Yat Walks In Herefordshire, England, UK
Symonds Yat Walks was about 10 miles in distance. The terrain of the route was a combination of riverside field and woodland paths and tracks, one steep wooded hill ascent and descent plus some short road sections. The walking was easy on level ground except for the steep ascent and descent of Symonds Yat Viewpoint. Route finding was quite easy with obvious paths, good waymarking and good landmarks. This route may be muddy at times and livestock may be encountered in several places, and maybe some alpacas. There were 9 stiles to negotiate.
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The Chalet - Symonds Yat East
Luxury self catering accommodation overlooking Symonds Yat East and the stunning lower Wye Valley. Take a look at their website for further information.
Holiday in the Brecon Beacons
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