Symonds Yat Rapids

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Top wave
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Bottom wave
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Seal launch

Symonds Yat Rapids are a grade-2 man-made feature on the River Wye, near Symonds Yat on the Gloucestershire and Herefordshire border.[1] They are most commonly used by canoeists and kayakers for whitewater training and playboating.

Construction

Man-made rock walls have been installed to modify the flow of the river on river right, and provide waves and eddies.[2]

Ownership and access

The British Canoe Union (now called Paddle UK) purchased the banks to the river in 2003 allowing year-round access.[3][4]

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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.[5]

See also

References

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