Peregrine forkens have returned to colonize the rocks.
With a hunting territory often extending up to 20 miles,
their flights above the valley attract birdwatchers from far and wide.
The most dramatic part of the valley is the peninsula
formed by the powerful three-mile horseshoe river
of the Y as it twists its way through the gorges
and almost doubles back on itself.
East and west Simmons Yatt say the signposts,
and each are very different.
West Simmons Yatt, with its funfair and caravan park,
is home to several tourist attractions.
East Simmons Yatt is the less commercialized,
with its traditional in-reverside walks,
an ancient hand-hauled ferry boat crossing to West Simmons Yatt.
And of course, Yatt Rock.
From the lookout, the views are breathtaking.
North, back towards Goodrich and Ross.
Westwards, towards the limestone masses
of the Great Doward and the Little Doward.
And south, through the mighty gorge
with its rapids so loved by canoeists.
On the slopes of Little Doward,
you can find the prehistoric cave known as King Arthur's Cave.
Myths have linked the king to this mysterious site,
but as to the truth, are well.
This is without doubt one of the most beautiful parts
of the Y Valley.
And it is from here that boat tours are available.
They don't go very far, perhaps a mile in total.
But you see the river from its true perspective.
