Fishing in North Wales

Rich pickings in our lakes and out to sea.

Where’s the catch?

Well, it’s almost everywhere.

In our rivers and lakes, streams and small water fisheries, along our beaches and headlands and out to sea.

Our mountain lakes are a magnet for game fishermen.

Llyn Crafnant, for example, hidden in the Gwydyr Forest above Llanrwst, is full of rainbow and wild brown trout.

It’s a stunning 25-hectare/63-acre stretch of water, with fishing from well-sheltered banks.

Mynydd Hiraethog has three superb venues.

Llyn Brenig is a large 372-hectare/920-acre lake – its reputation for top-quality fly-fishing is pretty big, too.

Rainbow trout is the main catch, supplemented by brown trout (stocked and wild) and tiger trout.

The neighbouring 150-hectare/368-acre Alwen Reservoir is also well-stocked with rainbow trout – and there’s plenty of perch too to ensure a good day’s fishing from its wooded, sheltered banks.

Llyn Aled is the ultimate away-from-it-all fishing location.

The peaty moorland waters of this 45-acre/110-acre lake contain perch, roach and pike in large numbers and size (a pike has weighed in at a whopping 22lb).

Dragonfly Fishery, Cerrigydrudion, and Tan-y-Mynydd Trout Fishery at Moelfre near Abergele are both well-stocked with rainbow, brown, blue and tiger trout.

They test the best angler and also give good fun to novices.

If the call of the sea floats your boat, go fishing from the ‘Incentive’ operating from Rhos-on-Sea or the ‘Gwen-Paul-M’ catamaran based at Deganwy.

Don’t forget: For game and coarse fishing you must have a valid permit from the appropriate association or owner and a national rod licence.

For more information, visit the Environment Agency's website.

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Fishing at Llyn Brenig

Address

Llyn Brenig Visitor Centre, Cerrigydrudion, Corwen, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Telephone
01490 389222

llyn.brenig@dwrcymru.com

Corwen

Llyn Brenig is known for its beauty and its wide range of outdoor activities, including excellent fly fishing. The 920 acre stillwater lake is stocked with rainbow trout, reared on site.
Crafnant Trout Fishery

Address

Lakeside Cafe, Llyn Crafnant, Trefriw, Conwy, LL27 0JZ

Telephone
01492 640818

info@crafnant.free-online.co.uk

Trefriw

Llyn Crafnant is 63 acres and is stocked with rainbow trout, supplementing the wild brown trout.
Conwy Water Gardens Coarse Fishery

Address

Conwy Water Gardens, Glyn Isa, Rowen, Conwy, LL32 8TP

Telephone
01492 650063

info@conwywatergardens.co.uk

Rowen

Within the grounds of Conwy Water Gardens are three well stocked coarse fishing lakes. These lakes enjoy stunning views over the Rowen Valley and are surrounded by the natural woodland and farm land of North Wales.
Fishing at Alwen Reservoir

Address

Alwen, Cerrigydrudion, Corwen, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Telephone
01490 389222

llyn.brenig@dwrcymru.com

Corwen

Alwen Reservoir is a peaceful setting with many sheltered tree-lined bays. The waters are stocked with rainbow trout, but there also plenty of perch. An ideal venue for beginners.
Llyn Aled

Address

Pentrefoelas, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Telephone
01490 389222

llynbrenig@dwrcymru.com

Pentrefoelas

The deep lake of Llyn Aled is located high on the Hiraethog moors. Its bleak setting is beautiful, and the lake itself is one of the best spots for coarse fishing in the area.
Llyn Brenig Reservoir & Visitor Centre

Address

Alwen, Cerrigydrudion, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Telephone
01490 389227

llynbrenig@dwrcymru.com

Cerrigydrudion

Llyn Brenig is located at the heart of the Mynydd Hiraethog and is a centre for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, fishing and sailing.
Fishing at Llyn Aled

Address

Llyn Aled, Pentrefoelas, Conwy

Telephone
01490 389222

Pentrefoelas

Located high on the Hiraethog moors, this bleak, but beautiful location at 250ft above sea level can be breezy, but provides good coarse fishing for perch, pike and roach.
Incentive Sea Fishing Trips

Address

Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, LL28 4PF

Telephone
07515 870026

jack_t383@hotmail.co.uk

Rhos-on-Sea

Whether you are a complete novice or a seasoned pro we will do our best to put you on the fish and ensure you have a great day.
Tan-y-Mynydd Trout Fishery

Address

Moelfre, Abergele, Conwy, LL22 9RF

Telephone
01745 826722

fishinglodge@tan-y-mynydd.co.uk

Abergele

Tan-y-Mynydd (meaning “under the mountain”) is a trout fishing haven. The immaculately cared for grounds are set in the easily accessible, beautiful and tranquil North Wales countryside.
Sea Fishing Trips in North Wales

Address

Deganwy, Conwy, LL31 9TL

Telephone
01492 572707

carl@sea-fishing-trips.co.uk

Deganwy

Sea Fishing Trips in Conwy, North Wales, specialises in wreck fishing, deep sea fishing, and reef fishing.