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Dare Valley Trout Fishery

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Day tickets

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Stillwater

3 acres, boat fishing available.

About Dare Valley Trout Fishery

The lake at Dare Valley Trout Fishery is a 3 acre stocked water in Dare Valley Country Park, near Aberdare. The fishery stocks rainbow and brown trout from 3lb up to 20lb and over, and describes easy bank casting, with boat hire as an alternative. Parking is free next to the fishery hut.

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

Catch and release, full day C&R · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 8am to 6pm. No catch and return limit.: £35 per day
Catch and release, 4 hours C&R · 1 Jan to 31 Dec Any 4 hours between 8am and 6pm. Limit of 10 fish caught and returned.: £30 per ½ day
Catch and release, evening C&R · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 4pm to 9pm. No limit on fish caught and returned.: £30 per evening
1 fish to take, then catch and release 1 fish, then C&R · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 8am to 6pm. Catch and kill 1 fish, then catch and release for the rest of the day.: £50 per day
2 fish to take, then catch and release 2 fish, then C&R · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 8am to 6pm. Catch and kill 2 fish, then catch and release for the rest of the day.: £60 per day
3 fish to take, then catch and release 3 fish, then C&R · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 8am to 6pm. Catch and kill 3 fish, then catch and release for the rest of the day.: £75 per day
Catch and kill, 2 fish 2 fish · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 8am to 6pm. The ticket ends at 2 fish.: £40 per day
Catch and kill, 3 fish 3 fish · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 8am to 6pm. The ticket ends at 3 fish.: £55 per day
Catch and kill, 4 fish 4 fish · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 8am to 6pm. The ticket ends at 4 fish.: £70 per day
Catch and kill, 5 fish 5 fish · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 8am to 6pm. The ticket ends at 5 fish.: £85 per day

Day tickets and booking

Dare Valley Trout Fishery

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Fishing details

Water type: Stillwater
Size: 3 acres
Lake: 1
Boat fishing: Available

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Rainbow and brown trout from 3lb up to 20lb and over, regularly stocked, per the fishery.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Dare Valley Trout Fishery

Day tickets run 8am to 6pm; the evening ticket runs 4pm to 9pm. The 4 hour ticket can be taken at any time between 8am and 6pm and has a limit of 10 fish caught and returned. Boat hire is £10 for a day and a boat seats a maximum of 2 people.

Amenities

boat hire

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. at Dare Valley Trout Fishery.

The fishery

Dare Valley Trout Fishery

from £30 per half day 1 beat

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FAQ

Dare Valley Trout Fishery FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Dare Valley Trout Fishery, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Dare Valley Trout Fishery at any one time?

The rod limit for Dare Valley Trout Fishery is listed on the beat page — check before booking, as limits vary by season and fishery preference. Contact Dare Valley Trout Fishery directly if you need to confirm current availability.

02What species can I expect to catch on Dare Valley Trout Fishery?

Dare Valley Trout Fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout. 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 Dare Valley Trout Fishery 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 Dare Valley Trout Fishery at Dare Valley Trout Fishery — 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 Dare Valley Trout Fishery 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?

For most chalk stream beats on the , a 9-foot 4- or 5-weight rod with a floating line is the standard setup. The fly recommendations section on the Dare Valley Trout Fishery 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 Dare Valley Trout Fishery at Dare Valley Trout Fishery — 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 Dare Valley Trout Fishery. 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 .