Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat

From Kerne bridge launch point you are starting one of the most picturesque stretches of water and countryside offering so much to take in. The river twists and turns at a leisurely pace around Coppitt Hill. Wild Deer can sometimes be seen foraging for food by the woods.

Approximately 1 mile on your left you pass a water pumping station with flood lights set in the walls. Not much to look at but a signpost your now starting the long right hand bend taking in all the sites and sounds of the Wye.

Approximately 1.75 miles you come to Lower Lydbrook can’t miss this stop as there’s an Island in the centre of the river. To the left you’ll see the landing point below the steps leading up to the Picnic Area and The Forge Hammer pub – situated up the steps across the T junction approximately 150 meters on your left.

Approximately 3 ½ miles on and you're passing directly under the 500 foot high limestone Yat Rock which is famous as a nesting point for the Peregrine Falcons which if you're luck you’ll see soaring high above you. This also is the beginning of the long loop which meanders towards the A40 and then back again.

A good signpost is Huntsham Bridge which is constructed of Green Metal when passing underneath you’ve 1 mile to paddle to Symonds Yat West. You may see pleasure cruisers carrying people up and down the river.

Proceed past River Wye Caravan and Camping Park, and on past the Amusement Park on your right.

At this point, please be aware of the three large River Cruisers that use this stretch of the river: please give them a wide berth, they will make it clear where they need to go. Meandering on you will see a large boulder in the river on your left, please be aware of people swimming and diving.

Your finish point is at The Paddocks hotel which will be on your right opposite the large boulder. You will see a RED SIGN, please exit the river and report to a member of staff.