Visitor information
Opening hours
How to find us
Parking & prices
Facilities & access
Contact details

Opening hours

Open every day except Christmas Day.  The site opens at 8am every day and the closing times are as follows:

November to February - 5pm
March - 6.30pm
April - 8pm
May to August - 9pm
Sept - 7.30pm
Oct - 6.30pm 

Please see the Cafe Facebook page for current opening times.

How to find us

How to find us

Follow tourist signs for the Forest of Dean. Take the B4432 from Coleford and Christchurch, heading North. The site is on the left before the steep downhill road to the river.

near Coleford, Gloucestershire, GLOUCESTER
Sat Nav Postcode: GL16 7NZ
OS Grid Ref
SO564160
Get directions

51.8235725, -2.6311478

Parking and prices

Main car park with toilets and pay and display machine. Coins only, no change given.

Parking Charges

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Charges at peak times (weekends, school holidays, bank holidays)
Up to 2 hours £3.00
Up to 4 hours £4.00
All day £5.00
Off peak charges (weekdays, term time only)
Up to 2 hours £2.00
Up to 4 hours £3.00
All day £4.00

Coaches/Minibuses charges

Coaches - peak: £10, off peak: £8

Minibuses: peak: £8, off peak: £6

Additional Information

Regular visitors can save money by becoming a Member - Find out more about our membership offer

No height restrictions.

Pay by phone available

Facilities and access

Disabled Parking - in the main car park, or a separate car park for blue badge holders only which is closer to the viewpoint and café but further from the toilets.

For more information on planning your visit, take a look at our accessibility information:

View Accessibility Statement
Cafe
Easy access trail
Picnic area
Toilets

Contact details

Landline Number
0300 067 4800
E-Mail Address
westengland@forestryengland.uk

Admire the picturesque views of the River Wye and surrounding area from this internationally famous viewpoint

Discover the ancient hill fort, spot birds of prey and enjoy a snack from the log cabin cafe.

There are waymarked trails linking to the River Wye and a choice of circular walks into the forest itself.

RSPB volunteers are on hand from April to September to help you spot the Peregrine Falcons which nest nearby.

Symonds Yat Rock viewpoint is well known as one of the best places in the country to watch Peregrine Falcons. However, with a little patience, there are many other birds that you can seen here.

Goshawks can be viewed in detail, Sparrowhawks are frequent and breed in the trees in the valley as do Buzzards which can be seen from above whilst soaring. Ospreys also often stop here in the spring and autumn migration. Tawny Owls are sometimes seen roosting and hooting males are occasionally heard during the day. Barn Owls, Ravens and Kestrels also usually nest nearby.

RSPB volunteers are at the viewpoint daily from Easter until September and during Autumn and Winter there are usually bird enthusiasts on site to help point out the birds.

At a glance

  • 5 Walking trails
  • 1 Cycling trail
  • Stunning views
  • Picnic area
  • Café
  • Dogs welcome

Activities at Symonds Yat Rock

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