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River Conwy · Conwy

River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed

From March · £50 Season 20 Mar to 17 Oct

  • Day tickets

    Buy a ticket for a single day, with rates and dates further down.

About River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed

This is the Gwydyr Fishery water on the River Conwy at Betws-y-Coed, managed by Betws-y-Coed Anglers Club. The fishery describes two beats: a lower beat of 2.0 miles from the confluence of the Llugwy and the Conwy, and an upper beat of 1.0 miles from above Waterloo Bridge to the confluence of the Conwy with the Afon Lledr. Salmon and sea trout are caught here, and the fishery’s map names the pools, among them Tyn y Cae, the Meetings, Fir Tree and Waterloo Bridge Pool. The Meetings is where the Conwy meets the Llugwy.

How you can fish here

Methods
Fly Only, Spinning, Bait

Pricing and season

Indicative prices. They don't show whether a day is still free and other rates may apply, so confirm availability and the final price with whoever you book through before you travel.

Tickets

Salmon day ticket, dawn till dusk Day ticket · 20 Mar to 17 Oct 2026 price from the club’s membership page, where it is listed as a non-member salmon day ticket. Bought by emailing the club secretary.
£50 per day
Sea trout day ticket, dusk till dawn Day ticket · 1 May to 17 Oct 2026 price from the club’s membership page, where it is listed as a non-member sea trout dusk till dawn day ticket. Bought by emailing the club secretary.
£35 per day

Day tickets and booking

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Day rate, hover a day for the ticket

Fishing details

Water type
Main river

Stocking and fish species

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Salmon
Salmon
Sea Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required
Season: 20 Mar to 17 Oct

Fishing rules for River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed

A Natural Resources Wales rod licence and a ticket are needed. Tickets are not transferable, rods are not shared and each ticket holder fishes one rod. Fishing starts at 6.30am. Sea trout fishing is fly only, with a single maggot on a single hook also allowed. Trout under 12 inches are returned. The fishery’s rules give the seasons as 20 March to 30 September for river trout, 20 March to 17 October for salmon and 1 May to 17 October for sea trout. If a pool is occupied, the angler who arrives asks and the first angler has 30 minutes to fish down it. No boats or canoes. Dogs only under strict control. The fishery does not provide a ghillie. Catch returns go to the secretary before 31 October.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the River Conwy.

Conditions on the River Conwy

The river

Conwy

River Conwy

The River Conwy, Afon Conwy in Welsh, is a river in north Wales of about 34 miles. It rises on the Migneint moor, where a number of small streams flow into Llyn Conwy, and runs generally north,…

View the River Conwy guide

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FAQ

River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed at any one time?
The rod limit for River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed is listed on the beat page — check before booking, as limits vary by season and fishery preference.
02What species can I expect to catch on River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed?
River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed holds Brown Trout, Sea Trout, Salmon. The water is unstocked, relying entirely on the wild population.
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
Wading arrangements for River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed are listed on the beat page — contact the provider if you need to confirm before arriving.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
No ghillie service is listed for River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed — contact the provider directly if you'd like informal guidance on your first visit.
05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?
Parking details for River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed are shown on the beat page, including a map pin where one is provided. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.
06What tackle should I bring?
River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed is fished by fly_only and spinning and bait. The fly recommendations section on the River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed page suggests the most effective patterns month by month.
07What happens if conditions are poor on the day I've booked?
River conditions can change quickly, especially after rain. Contact the provider as early as possible if you're concerned about River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed — many are happy to offer an alternative date if the river is unfishable. Cancellation and rescheduling policies vary by provider; check the notes on the booking page or ask when you book.
08Are dogs allowed on the beat?
Dogs are not listed as permitted on River Conwy, Betws-y-Coed. Check the Beat Rules section on the page or contact the provider before bringing a dog, as policies can vary by season and stretch of the River Conwy.

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