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Great Welsh River Locations
Wales has some great lakes and rivers enclosed in some breathtaking scenery, with excellent game fishing on offer. Like Scotland it has some beautiful and peaceful surroundings, probably the most difficult choice you have to make is where to fish.
Wales consistently produces some great fishing, with an abundance of wild Brown Trout, Sea Trout and Grayling giving the fly fisherman some challenging sport.
From the well known famous rivers to the small brooks, or the numerous lakes to the serenity some of the reservoirs offer, Wales surely is a special game fishing location.
Rivers in Wales
River Aeron: - The Aeron is a classic spate river and contains sea trout, salmon and brown trout.
Permits are available from the Post Office counter within Cost Cutters store, Market Street Aberaeron and from the Tourist Information Office, Quay Parade, Aberaeron.
River Clwyd: - The River Clwyd and Elwy (and tributaries) - Good waters for sea trout, brown trout and salmon. Mostly sea trout. Some stretches have visitor access via clubs and as guests of members. See local tackle shops and clubs
Day tickets are and can be obtained from Foxon's Tackle,
Lower Denbigh Road, St. Asaph. Tel: 01745 583583.
River Ceirw – Dinmael: - Sea Trout, Brown Trout, Grayling,
Permits available: Membership Only
Available from: Gordon Smith Llais-yr-Afon Bontuchel Ruthin Denbighshire LL15 2BR
Length: 3.21 km
River Cledwen: - Sea Trout, Brown Trout, Salmon
This river is in the upper reaches of the river Elwy and has numerous pools along its gorge like terrain, also has flat runs, very pretty area, popular for the really wild Brown trout enthusiast.
For further information about fishing this lovely little river visit: - http://www.gameanglers.co.uk
River Conwy: - The River Conway is an excellent river for Sea Trout, Brown Trout and Salmon; there are various beats available throughout the river.
You can obtain permits from various sources along the length of the river or from one of the angling clubs or online from http://www.gameanglers.co.uk
River Dee: - The River Dee at Bangor-on-Dee Salmon, Brown Trout, Grayling, Sea Trout, it is an excellent river with plenty of good quality fish available.
Visiting anglers are always welcome on the Bangor-on-Dee Salmon Angling Association (BODSAA) waters, be it for a day or for a more extended period. However, visitors only have access to beat 1, fishing the right bank from the New Bridge to the Graig Cottages, around 2 miles of varied fishing.
Tickets are also available from the 'Middle Shop', the Royal Oak or the Buck House Hotel, all in the village of Bangor-on-Dee
River Dulais: - The river rises below the slopes of Mynydd y Drum and flows south-west Although the National Trust, in conjunction with a power-generating company, have installed a fish-pass at the falls to assist the passage of migratory fish. Fishing for brown trout can be DONE between Crynant and Aberdulais
Permits can be obtained from the Neath & District A/C Tel; 01639 701899
River Dwyfawr: - Fish along much of the length of the River Dwyfawr from the estuary upstream. Public fishing is available, permits are available from Mr G.Hamilton - 01766 522251 or call at Sheffield House, Criccieth - 01766 522116.
River Dwyryd: - A lovely little river for Salmon and Sea Trout. There are day tickets available for The Cambrian Angling Association water's on the River Dwyryd.
The Dwyryd runs down the Vale of Ffestiniog and joins the River Glaslyn at Borth-y-Gest. Ticket available through F. W Roberts,
32 Church Street, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 3HD. Tel: 01766 830607
River Dyfi:- The Dyfi River, famous for its brown trout, salmon and sea trout, runs alongside the town spanned by a splendid stone bridge with five arches,
Permit: New Dovey A.A.-Day tickets and Season tickets available Tel: 01654 702721
River Dysynni: - Salmon, sea trout, brown trout. Tynycornel Hotel issues permits for River Dysynni, 3½m of mostly double bank fishing; Talyllyn Lake, 220 acre; and Llyn Bugeilyn, 45 acres. Brown trout fishing second to none. Tackle shop, ghillies, fishing tuition, boat hire (with engine) and tackle hire. Boat hire priority given to hotel residents but day tickets for boat and bank fishing invariably available.
Permits from The Fishery Manager, Tynycornel Hotel, Talyllyn, Tywyn, Gwynedd LL36 9AJ
River Glaslyn: - The River Glaslyn is controlled by Glaslyn Angling Association. It controls virtually the whole length of the river from the sluice gates in Porthmadog right up to Beddgelert. The association issue day, weekly and season tickets which are available from Pikes Newsagents, High Street Porthmadog and from Tackle and Guns, Penrhyndeudraeth Tel 01766 770339.
River Gwyrfai: - Salmon, Sea Trout, Brown Trout on the River Gwyfai. This is mostly a summer river, but sea trout and salmon can be caught up to the season’s end.
Day and Weekly Permits are available from the following locations:
A.D. Griffiths, Newsagents,
Snowdon Street, Penygroes.
Post Bach Newsagents, Pool Street, Caernarfon.
Beran Garage, Deiniolen
Newsagents, Twthill, Caernarfon.
Garth Maelog Stores, High Street, Llanberis. Ffôn/Tel: 01286 870 840
Cwellyn Arms, Rhyd-ddu. Ffôn/Tel: 01766 890 321
River Llyfni: - Fly fishing on the River Llyfni for Sea Trout, Salmon, Brown Trout, the river is one of the most prolific Sea trout rivers in the area. Salmon can also be caught from late April onwards, provided there is sufficient water.
Day and Weekly Permits are available from the following locations:
A.D. Griffiths, Newsagents,
Snowdon Street, Penygroes.
Post Bach Newsagents, Pool Street, Caernarfon.
Beran Garage, Deiniolen
Newsagents, Twthill, Caernarfon.
Garth Maelog Stores, High Street, Llanberis. Ffôn/Tel: 01286 870 840
Cwellyn Arms, Rhyd-ddu. Ffôn/Tel: 01766 890 321
River Loughor : - Top quality Sea Trout fishery with six miles of Game fishing on the River Loughor with a further two miles of fishing on the River Amman.Day and weekly fishing avaialable,for permits contact Tightlines Direct Ammanford or contact the secretary for further information.
River Mawddach:- Arguably the finest Sea Trout river in Wales, you can fish the lower beat’s of Dolgellau AA if you purchase a day ticket at Pughs Garage, upper beat starting at the Tyn-y-Groes Hotel up to the first junction river on The left bank, stunning water which produced some superb Sea Trout and Salmon
River Neath:- The river Neath is a great salmon and brown trout river and is managed by the Neath and Dulais Angling Association.
For further information and permits contact the Neath AA on 01639 634148 or 01639 701899
River Nevern: - The river Nevern is well known for its good fishing with Salmon, Brown Trout and the superb Sea Trout - known locally as Sewin. Day fishing permits are available from the Trewern Arms which is the village pub and restaurant or from Mr V Owen the Nevern Anglian Society Chairman on 01239-820365.
River Ogmore:- Day and weekly permits are are available to fish the waters controlled by Ogmore Angling Association. All day tickets issued allow the angler to fish approximately 6 miles of water that is controlled by Ogmore Angling Association.
Daily permits (24 hours) are available from local tackle shops at a cost of £15 until the last day of August. Thereafter, until the end of September, the cost is £20. Weekly and Day permits are not available for the first 2 weeks of the season and during October.
River Ogwen: - Situated in the Ogwen Valley close to the village of Bethesda, the River Ogwen is perfect for Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Salmon, and Sea Trout
For information and fishing permits visit the Ogwen Valley Angling Association website at http://www.ogwen.net/
River Taff: - The Taff has long enjoyed its reputation as a premier trout fishing river. In decades past, this status was threatened by industry and poor water quality, but today the news is good. Brown trout, Atlantic salmon, bullheads, minnows and eels are flourishing in the cleaner waters and anglers can reap the benefits between March and September.
Only season permits available. Prices are £120 for adults, and £65 for juniors. These prices are for new members only (reductions for existing members). For further information visit the following website: http://www.glyncornelangling.co.uk
River Tawe: - The River is a beautiful clear stream which supports both wild and migratory trout also Salmon run up from the sea, 20 miles away, to spawn in its headwaters. The river is also stocked with large rainbow trout by the Tawe Angling Association.
For permits and further information on the various beats visit: - http://www.walescottages.com/fishing_tawe.htm
River Teifi: - The River Teifi is home to salmon, sea trout, brown trout and grayling. The main run for sea trout is from June to August, and for salmon from April to June for the spring run with the main autumn run occurring towards the end of the season in late September.
Permits: ST, J-ST, Student-ST, OAP-ST; WT; and DT permits are available from:
Mr Dean Leask, D R Jones & Sons (Ironmongers), Tyssul Stores, New Road, Llandysul, Ceredigion SA44 4QJ Tel: 01559 363270. Mr Alan Williams,
57 Bridge St, Lampeter SA48 7ABTel: 01570 434313.
River Tywi: - The Tywi is noted for trout and salmon fishing. Fishing alongside 4 miles of the lower river Tywi situated in upper tidal reaches and above. Public fishing is available however club rules do apply. For further information contact Mr H.,Evans - 01267 231945.
River Seiont: - One of the best medium - sized salmon rivers in Wales, providing challenging fishing on chalk stream to fast rocky reaches leading to long pools and glides. Salmon, Sea trout and Brown trout are caught throughout the river.
The best times are: Brown trout: 3 March to September; Sea trout; mid-May onwards, Salmon: July to close of season on 17 October.
Day and Weekly Permits are available from the following locations:
A.D. Griffiths, Newsagents,
Snowdon Street, Penygroes.
Post Bach Newsagents, Pool Street, Caernarfon.
Beran Garage, Deiniolen
Newsagents, Twthill, Caernarfon.
Garth Maelog Stores, High Street, Llanberis. Ffôn/Tel: 01286 870 840
Cwellyn Arms, Rhyd-ddu. Ffôn/Tel: 01766 890 321
River Usk: - The River Usk is well known among fishing enthusiasts for its trout and salmon.
The River Usk is now Wales's premier salmon river. It is also renowned for its wild brown trout, which average well over 1/2 lb. Salmon stocks
Fishing permits can be obtained form the following:-
The Bridge Inn, Llanfoist, Nr Abergavenny, Tel: 01873 853045
Sweets
Fishing Tackle Shop Porthycarne Street, Usk, Tel: 01291 672552
River Wye: - The fishing on the Wye stretches from 1 mile south of Rhayader to approximately 4 miles north of the town. The A470 / A44 trunk road runs along the whole of the stretch of water making it easily accessible. Excellent Brown Trout and Grayling fishing is available.
Apart from the natural head of Brown Trout the river is stocked with Brown Trout from our own hatchery. The Wye is also renowned for its Salmon fishing with the Salmon reaching the upper parts of the Wye towards the end of the Season.
For further information on the local fishing association contact : - Alan Lewis
Hafod Hardware,
East Street, Rhayader, LD6 5DS. Tele: 01597 810 383 or visit the associations website at http://www.rhayaderangling.co.uk/rivers.htm
River Ystwyth The river that gives its name to Aberystwyth. A true spate river where levels can fluctuate dramatically. It has a late Summer/Autumn run of salmon but it is the sea trout which is the jewel in the crown of both rivers.
The Aberystwyth Angling Association has fishing rights on the lower reaches below Gosen Bridge, Rhydyfelin, a few miles south of Aberystwyth and reachable on the A44 towards Cardigan.
Permits can be obtained at a reasonable price from the following locations
AberTackle, Railway Station end of
Terrace Road, above The Travel Bag, Aberystwyth -Tel. 01970 611200
Penparcau Post Office Tel. 01970 612263
The Miners Arms, Pontrhydygroes Tel. 01974 282238
If you intend getting a ticket from one of the pubs, it is advisable to check on opening times; typically they may not be open between