Conwy

Llyn Brenig

from £16 · 3 fish, then C&R

Day tickets
Buy a ticket for a single day, with rates and dates further down.
Stillwater
Boat fishing available.
Bag limit of 6
You may take up to 6 fish. Check the rules below.

About Llyn Brenig

Welsh Water describes Llyn Brenig as one of the best top of the water trout fisheries in the UK, with 23km of shoreline. It is stocked weekly from March to September with rainbow trout, and some brown trout, which Welsh Water rears on site. Fishing is by artificial fly or a dapped natural insect, from the bank or from Welsh Water’s own boats. Private boats are not allowed.

How you can fish here

Methods: Fly Only

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

Day tickets

Full day, up to 6 fish 6 fish, then C&R · 1 Mar to 4 Oct 2026 price. Concession £27, junior £13 for 3 fish. Brown trout are returned. Parking is included.: £29 per day
Part day from 12:00, up to 6 fish 6 fish, then C&R · 1 Mar to 4 Oct 2026 price. The part day starts at 12:00. Concession £21. Brown trout are returned.: £22 per ½ day
Winter trout day, up to 3 fish 3 fish, then C&R · 5 Oct to 28 Feb 2026 price. Winter prices start on 5 October 2026. The terms give the winter period as November to February, when three trout may be kept.: £16 per day

Season and syndicate rods

Season ticket, Llyn Brenig and Llyn Aled Uchaf Season rod · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2026 price. The season ticket covers Llyn Brenig and Llyn Aled Uchaf, and catch and release coarse fishing at Cronfa Alwen and Llyn Aled Isaf. It is not valid for pike fishing at Llyn Brenig. Concession £370 and junior £85 (3 fish a day). A half season is £265, or £215 concession and £34 junior, for 1 January to 30 June or 1 July to 31 December.: £425 per season

Day tickets and booking

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Welsh Water at Llyn Brenig Day tickets

Day tickets

Permits are booked online through the booking page linked from the fishing page, at the fishing shop at the Llyn Brenig visitor centre or from the permit machines in the car park (+44 1490 389222). Boats are booked separately and are highly recommended to book.
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Day rate, hover a day for the ticket

Fishing details

Water type: Stillwater
Lake: 1
Boat fishing: Available

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Stocked weekly from March to September, per Welsh Water. Rainbow trout and some brown trout are reared on site.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

Bag limit: 6 fish

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Llyn Brenig

A Natural Resources Wales rod licence and a Welsh Water permit are needed. Permits are not transferable. Artificial fly or dapped natural insect only, one rod and line, no treble hooks. No lead, including lead in fly dressings. No ground bait, swim feeders, sweetcorn or maggots. Barbless or de-barbed single hooks for catch and release. Up to six fish may be kept from March to October and brown trout are returned; in winter three trout may be kept. Trout of 12 inches or more may be kept. After the bag limit anglers may carry on catch and release for a further 12 fish. Catch returns are compulsory, including nil returns. Fishing only from the bank or Welsh Water’s boats, with no trolling, no fishing from the jetty and no cleaning of fish at the water; use the fish cleaning room. Wading no deeper than the thigh. Pike are returned.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request..

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FAQ

Llyn Brenig FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Llyn Brenig, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Llyn Brenig at any one time?

The rod limit for Llyn Brenig 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 Llyn Brenig?

Llyn Brenig 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 Llyn Brenig 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 Llyn Brenig — 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 Llyn Brenig 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?

Llyn Brenig is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Llyn Brenig 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 Llyn Brenig — 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 Llyn Brenig. 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 .