Symonds Yat is a village within the Royal Forest of Dean straddling the river Wye. The name is said to have come from Robert Symonds, a 17th century sheriff of Herefordshire, plus "yat" as an old word meaning gate or pass. The river has cut a deep gorge in the carboniferous limestone exposing many impressive cliff faces.
Symonds Yat Rock is a scenic viewpoint towering 120 meters above the river. From this viewpoint it is possible see pereguine falcons nesting on the cliff face. It is also a popular location for climbers.
At nearby "King Arthur's Cave" on the Great Doward, there have been many important archaeological discoveries including the remains of a hyena family and sabre toothed tiger bones.
Unfortunately the main gallery at the entrance has been removed leaving just a few small tunnels.
Symonds Yat is a village within the Royal Forest of Dean straddling the river Wye.
Symonds Yat Rock is a scenic viewpoint towering 120 meters above the river. From this viewpoint it is possible see pereguine falcons nesting on the cliff face. It is also a popular location for climbers.
At nearby "King Arthur's Cave" on the Great Doward, there have been many important archaeological discoveries including the remains of a hyena family and sabre toothed tiger bones.