Conwy

Llyn Elsi

£25 today

Day tickets
Buy a ticket for a single day, with rates and dates further down.
Stillwater
Bank fishing only.
Bag limit of 3
You may take up to 3 fish. Check the rules below.

About Llyn Elsi

Llyn Elsi is a lake south west of Betws-y-Coed with views of Moel Siabod, leased by Betws-y-Coed Anglers Club and open for fishing all year. The club says it is stocked with rainbow trout and its lakes page also names brook trout and native brown trout of 8 to 14 inches. It is bank fishing only and the daily limit is three fish.

How you can fish here

Banks: Bank fishing 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 ticket Day ticket · 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2026 price from the club’s membership page. Daily limit three fish. Bought by emailing the club secretary.: £25 per day

Day tickets and booking

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Betws-y-Coed Anglers Club Day tickets

Day tickets · Membership

Day tickets are bought through the club: email the secretary on anglersbetwsycoed@gmail.com. The membership page lists the 2026 prices.
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Day rate, hover a day for the ticket

Fishing details

Water type: Stillwater
Lake: 1
Boat fishing: Bank only

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Stocked with rainbow trout, per the club. Its lakes page also names brook trout and native brown trout of 8 to 14 inches.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

Bag limit: 3 fish

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Llyn Elsi

A Natural Resources Wales rod licence and a club ticket are needed. Bank fishing only. Daily limit three fish. Float tubes are not encouraged and are not covered by the club’s insurance. Catch returns go to the secretary before 31 October.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

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

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FAQ

Llyn Elsi FAQs

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

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

The rod limit for Llyn Elsi 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 Elsi?

Llyn Elsi 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?

Llyn Elsi is bank-fishing only — no wading is permitted.

04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?

No ghillie service is listed for Llyn Elsi — 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 Elsi 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 Llyn Elsi 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 Elsi — 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 Elsi. 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 .