Fishing

Wye Usk Foundation, fishing for wild trout, salmon and winter grayling in the delightful head waters and tributaries of the Wye.

River and stream fishing is extremely challenging, especially in the smaller tributaries.

Miles of unspoilt ‘beats’ are now available on some of Britain’s prettiest stretches of river thanks to the work of the Wye Usk Foundation and the owners.

Clear instructions and detailed maps are given in the guide although it’s probably wise to bring a good ordinance survey map too (147 & 148).

Thigh waders are normally sufficient although chest waders could be needed on some beats in some conditions. Studs are a wise precaution when fishing as rocks can be very slippery.

Bag limit is two trout per beat per day (minimum 9 inches) although some beats are catch and release only. Barbless hooks only as these streams contain many salmon and trout parr that seem to take flies however presented!

Fishing Seasons:

Salmon Rules

3rd March – 17th October (25th on some rivers.)
Fly start to end of season
Spinning start to 31st August
Catch and Release (mandatory) start – 15th June
Catch and Release (voluntary) 16th June – end of season.

Brown Trout

3rd March – 30th September

Fly only

Catch and Release – anything under 9 inches
Bag limit – 2

Grayling

16th June – 15th March
Fly only during remaining trout season (e.g. 16th June – 30th September)

Coarse Fishing

16th June – 15th March – On the Wye only.

For more information click www.wyeuskfoundation.

Fishing on the Wye and Irfon at Builth Wells is also available through the local fishing club. For fishing tackle, bait and helpful information please contact Nigel at NJ Guns in Builth Wells, 01982 55 2174.

River fishing on the Upper Wye is also available through the Rhayader Anglers and you can contact them on 01597 81109

Lake Fishing

There are several lakes in the surrounding areas, some privately owned, some run by fishing clubs. All are available to day fishermen.