Will you be one of the next million visitors to experience peregrines up close and personal?

Symonds Yat peregrine viewing

21 March to 28 September

Symonds Yat Rock is one of the best places in Britain to get up close and personal with the world's fastest animal - the peregrine falcon.

The spectacular viewpoint 400 feet above the River Wye offers fantastic views of peregrines, which have nested at Symonds Yat every year since 1982.

From peregrines to the more recent arrivals of goshawks, ravens and barn owls nesting in the area there's always something exciting to see.

Over a million people have visited us over the 20 years we have run this viewpoint. Whenever you decide to visit and whatever you see on the day, you are guaranteed to have a memorable experience.

The viewpoint is free, but car park charges apply.

Opening times

Friendly staff and volunteers will be at the viewpoint weekdays, 11 am–6 pm, and weekends 10 am-6 pm.

Facilities

There are three telescopes available for you to use, and toilets and a café are on site.

How to get there

By car
The site is located on the B4432. Follow brown tourist signs to Symonds Yat Rock from Coleford in the Forest of Dean. The viewpoint is approximately 250 m from the car park - follow the 'peregrine viewing' signs.

By bus
Buses run from Coleford Bus Station, stopping along the B4432, including Symonds Yat Rock car park. The viewpoint is well signposted from the car park. For further bus information contact Gloucestershire Traveline on 0871 200 2233.

What should I bring?

The site is exposed to the elements, so be prepared.

Enquiries

Telephone: Symonds Yat information assistant on 07736 792511

Why not make a day of it?

Nearby attractions that you may also like to visit:

• Beechenhurst Lodge
• Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
• The Royal Forest of Dean
• Wye Valley AONB

This is a partnership project with Forestry Commission England.