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Isle of Anglesey

Llyn Cefni

Passport scheme Season 20 Mar to 17 Oct

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Source: Fishing Passport

  • Passport scheme

    Check the booking details below before you travel.

  • Stillwater

    212.5 acres, boat fishing available.

  • Bag limit of 6

    You may take up to 6 fish. Check the rules below.

About Llyn Cefni

Cefni Reservoir is in the centre of the island of Anglesey in North Wales, over 86 hectares of water. The Passport describes fly fishing for hard fighting wild brown trout and high quality stocked rainbows, with a private car park, a fishing hut and toilet facilities.

How you can fish here

Methods
Fly Only

How to book

Day tickets and booking

  • The Fishing Passport Day tickets

    Day tickets

    Bank fishing is booked on the Passport’s Cefni Reservoir bank page. Boat fishing is a separate ticket on the Passport’s Cefni Reservoir boat page (https://www.fishingpassport.co.uk/fishing/reservoirs/cefni-reservoir-boat-fishingtickets). Neither page printed a ticket price on 2 November 2026, so there are no price rows. Booked through the Fishing Passport.

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Fishing details

Water type
Stillwater
Size
212.5 acres
Boat fishing
Available

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · The Passport describes high quality stocked rainbows alongside wild brown trout.

Rules and policies

Catch & release
Bag limit: 6 fish
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required
Season: 20 Mar to 17 Oct

Fishing rules for Llyn Cefni

Fly fishing only with conventional rod and line. One rod per angler. Daily bag limit 6 fish per angler, no more than 3 brown trout; after six fish are caught and kept the angler must stop fishing. No fish under 10 inches to be taken. Season 20 March to 17 October. Dogs allowed on the bank if kept under control, not in boats. Anglers under 18 in a boat must be accompanied by an adult. Not covered by the Wash-Off policy. Club rules apply and full details are issued with booking. National byelaws apply, and a Natural Resources Wales rod licence is needed.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

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

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FAQ

Llyn Cefni FAQs

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

01How many rods are allowed on Llyn Cefni at any one time?
The rod limit for Llyn Cefni 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 Cefni?
Llyn Cefni 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 Cefni 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 Cefni — 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 Cefni 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 Cefni is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Llyn Cefni 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 Cefni — 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 welcome on Llyn Cefni — please keep them under control near the water and respect any local rules shown on the page.

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