River Honddu (Monnow) · Monmouthshire

Honddu Maes y Beran

Passport scheme

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 Honddu Maes y Beran

Maes-y-Beran is a ¾ mile stretch of mostly double bank on the Honddu that joins directly onto the end of the next beat downstream, Lower Henllan. The Passport describes a small, cascading wild trout stream, ideal for anglers looking for true remoteness, and suggests a rod of 6½ to 7½ feet rated 2 to 4 weight.

How you can fish here

Methods: Fly Only
Banks: Double bank

How to book

Day tickets and booking

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The Fishing Passport Day tickets

Day tickets

The beat page prints no ticket price. Part of the Passport’s Wild Streams: book a day ahead online or by phone (bookings close at 6pm the day before), or fish it on a Wild Stream Season Permit, which for 2026 costs £100 for one rod or £140 for two.
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Fishing details

Length: 0.75 miles
Water type: Tributary

Stocking and fish species

Brown Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Honddu Maes y Beran

Fly fishing only. Catch and release for all species. No dogs. 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 Honddu (Monnow).

Conditions on the River Honddu (Monnow)

The river

Monmouthshire

River Honddu (Monnow)

The River Honddu rises in the Black Mountains, inside the Brecon Beacons National Park, near the Gospel Pass at the head of the Vale of Ewyas. It runs south down the valley, passing from Powys into…

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FAQ

Honddu Maes y Beran FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Honddu Maes y Beran, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Honddu Maes y Beran at any one time?

The rod limit for Honddu Maes y Beran 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 Honddu Maes y Beran?

Honddu Maes y Beran holds Brown 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 Honddu Maes y Beran 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 Honddu Maes y Beran — 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 Honddu Maes y Beran 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?

Honddu Maes y Beran is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Honddu Maes y Beran 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 Honddu Maes y Beran — 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 Honddu Maes y Beran. 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 Honddu (Monnow).