River Dee · Wrexham
River Dee, Done’s Meadow
Club members only
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Club members only
Membership is open, so joining is the straightforward route on.
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Catch and release
Fish are returned to the water.
About River Dee, Done’s Meadow
Done’s Meadow was first secured on a five year lease in 2001 and is about 500 yards of left bank on the inside of a horseshoe bend, with the bottom of Rodens Hall as its top boundary. It starts in a deep pool with overhanging trees, where the steep banks make getting to the water difficult, then a glide and a fast broken run, and below it five groynes on the far bank. At low water salmon hold between the groynes, and they move to the near bank when the water is higher.
The club says the water has a reputation for holding salmon all season and at every height. It fishes well with the fly in lower water and best with a spinner in higher water. It also holds fine grayling, though the club says they may have moved on after winter floods changed the bottom, and flounders are often taken on worm or deeply fished spinners. It is the shortest of the club’s beats but has room for several anglers. Parking is by the Rodens Hall gate, and reaching the water takes a walk downstream. This water is for members. The club’s 2025 tariff lists full annual adult membership at £95 with a £10 joining fee. The position shown is approximate, estimated from the order and lengths of the club’s beats.
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
Season and syndicate rods
- Adult annual membership Season rod · 1 Jan to 31 Dec From the club’s 2025 tariff page, the only tariff it publishes. Plus a £10 joining fee. Concessionary full membership is £55 for members of 10 years or more who are over 65, and junior full membership is £15, with juniors up to 12 accompanied by an adult. Membership runs from 1 January to 31 December.
- £95 per season
Club and membership details
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Day tickets · Membership
This beat is for members. The club’s 2025 tariff lists full annual adult membership at £95 with a £10 joining fee, and joining is online. Membership enquiries go to fishing@bodsaa.org.uk.
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Fishing details
- Water type
- Main river
Stocking and fish species
Rules and policies
Catch & release
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required
Fishing rules for River Dee, Done’s Meadow
A rod licence of the appropriate category is needed, and all fish caught must be returned. Salmon season is 3 March to 17 October: fly only to 31 May, fly and spinner to 16 June, any legal method until 30 September, then fly and spinner again from 1 October to 17 October. Sea trout season is 20 March to 17 October, fly only until 31 May, then fly, spinner and permitted baits from 1 June to 30 September. Brown trout season is 3 March to 30 September and the club rule is fly only. Grayling season is 16 June to 14 March. Anglers must be conversant with the club’s current rules before fishing, and fish at their own risk.
Where you'll fish
Location
Approximate locationExact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the River Dee.
Conditions on the River Dee
The river
The River Dee, Afon Dyfrdwy in Welsh, flows through North Wales and Cheshire. Most of it lies in Wales, with two sections forming the border and the stretch between Aldford and Saltney in England. It…
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Expected in November on the River Dee
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FAQ
River Dee, Done’s Meadow FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing River Dee, Done’s Meadow, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on River Dee, Done’s Meadow at any one time?
The rod limit for River Dee, Done’s Meadow 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 Dee, Done’s Meadow?
River Dee, Done’s Meadow holds Brown Trout, Grayling, 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 Dee, Done’s Meadow 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 Dee, Done’s Meadow — 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 Dee, Done’s Meadow 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 Dee, Done’s Meadow is fished by fly_only and spinning and bait. The fly recommendations section on the River Dee, Done’s Meadow 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 Dee, Done’s Meadow — 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 Dee, Done’s Meadow. 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 Dee.
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