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River Wye · Herefordshire

Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley

From March · £38 Up to 4 rods

  • Passport scheme

    Check the booking details below before you travel.

  • Catch and release

    Fish are returned to the water.

  • Double bank

    You can fish from both banks.

About Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley

Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley is just over half a mile of double bank on the middle Wye, a few miles downstream of Hereford. It has good fly and spinning water for salmon with a number of pools, and Lechmere’s Ley is well known as one of the more productive in the middle river. The banks slope gently, there are numerous croys to stand on, and the gravel bed makes wading relatively easy. The page also lists coarse fishing, with shoals of dace and chub and good numbers of barbel.

How you can fish here

Wading
Wading allowed
Banks
Double bank

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 Day ticket · 3 Mar to 17 Oct The ghillie is included in the price of a salmon day ticket. Wye salmon season 3 March to 17 October.
£38 per day

Day tickets and booking

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    The Fishing Passport Day tickets

    Day tickets

    Salmon day ticket £38 on the Passport’s beat page in October 2026, ghillie included; up to four tickets a day; block booking available. Booked through the Fishing Passport.

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How Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley compares on the River Wye

Typical, lowest and highest full-day rod, from 13 beats with published day rates

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typical (median) cheapest to dearest beat this beat

Day tickets on the River Wye run from £15 to £50. The typical full-day rate is around £37, peaking in March.

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Fishing details

Rods
Up to 4
Length
0.5 miles
Water type
Main river

Stocking and fish species

Salmon
Salmon

Rules and policies

Catch & release
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley

Catch and release for salmon at all times. Barbless hooks only. No dogs. The beat operates a wash-off policy. Professional guides are not permitted. National byelaws apply.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

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

Conditions on the River Wye

The river

Herefordshire

River Wye

The River Wye is the fourth longest river in the UK. It rises on Plynlimon in the Cambrian Mountains of mid Wales, only a couple of miles from the source of the Severn, and runs about 155 miles to…

View the River Wye guide

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FAQ

Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley at any one time?
Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley allows a maximum of 4 rods at any one time.
02What species can I expect to catch on Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley?
Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley holds Salmon. The water is unstocked, relying entirely on the wild population.
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
Wading is permitted on Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley, though bank fishing is also possible on most sections.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
A ghillie is available on Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley and can be requested through the provider — particularly useful for first-time visitors to the River Wye.
05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?
Parking details for Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley 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 River Wye, a 9-foot 4- or 5-weight rod with a floating line is the standard setup. The fly recommendations section on the Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley 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 Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley — 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 Holme Lacy 3 and Lechmere’s Ley. 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 Wye.

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