Symonds Yat Rapids
Symonds Yat Rapids are a grade-2 man-made feature on the River Wye, near Symonds Yat on the Gloucestershire and Herefordshire border. They are most commonly used by canoeists and kayakers for whitewater training and playboating.
Top wave
Bottom wave
Seal launch
Construction
Man-made rock walls have been installed to modify the flow of the river on river right, and provide waves and eddies.
Ownership and access
The British Canoe Union purchased the banks to the river in 2003 allowing year-round access.[1]
The rapids when flooded
Typically the mid-autumn and mid-spring periods provide the best levels. After very heavy rain the features will wash out leaving nothing more than fast-flowing water.
See also
- River running
- River Severn
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