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Canoeing

For the last 200 years the Rapids have been primarily used for recreational purposes. From the late 1800’s rowing boats carrying 6-12 people were used for sight seeing trips through the Yat Gorge down to Monmouth.
The present day major use of the Rapids is by canoeists who since the 1950’s have adopted the Yat Rapids as a major coaching and leisure facility. Gloucester Canoe Club held BCU Slalom Competitions on the Rapids from the early 1970’s and raft races also occasionally pass down through them.

The use of the site is of local, regional and national importance as they are the only accessible Rapids of their kind in the south of England during the spring and summer.

For all canoeing activities try our friends at "Wye Pursuits".   All canoes provided are either 2 man, or  3 man canadian canoes.  Wye Pursuits holds the AALA licence and all activities are run to the highest standard. Four wheel drive transport to all locations, with times and arrangements on booking.

For further details click on their website at www.wyepursuits.co.uk or contact Guy on 01600 891199.

HALF DAY TRIP From Ross-on-Wye to Kerne Bridge; Approx 8 miles by river, or from Kerne bridge to Symonds Yat.

Starting at the picturesque market town of Ross-on-Wye, the river gently meanders through beautiful scenery, taking in the spectacular Goodrich Castle along the way. This trip will take you approximately 3 hours and is suited to all abilities.
 Starting at our centre at Kerne Bridge this half day trip takes you through isolated countryside taking in the spectacular Symonds Yat Gorge. We will meet you at Symonds Yat and bring you back to the centre.
This trip will take you approximately 3 hours and is suited to all abilities.



FULL DAY TRIP; Ross-on-Wye to Symonds Yat Approx 16miles by river
A combination of the two trips above to make a full day with the advantage of a picnic or pub lunch along the way.


FULL DAY TRIP; Hoarwithy to Kerne bridge; approx 18 miles ;  Hole-in the-wall  to Kerne bridge 13 miles
Both of these are full day trips depending on your fitness level and experience.
These adventures will take you through beautiful countryside and enable you to stop for lunch at Ross-on-Wye, or find a quiet spot to picnic along the way.

Hereford to Kerne bridge 35 miles
Your two day adventure will start at the Cathedral city of Hereford, and you will paddle downstream to spend your night at the riverside village of Hoarwithy, which offers a choice of camping or bed and breakfast accommodation and a friendly pub. The following day is spent making your way back to our centre.
Hay-on-Wye to Kerne bridge.
Starting at Hay-on-Wye in the shadow of the Brecon Beacons national park this trip will take you about week, as the river flows through some of the most beautiful and unspoilt countryside in the country. You will have the opportunity to camp or stop at Bed and Breakfast accommodation along the way - a wonderful way to refresh yourself away from the crowds