Swansea

Lower Lliw Reservoir

£12 today

Day tickets

Buy a ticket for a single day, with rates and dates further down.
Stillwater

Bank fishing only.

About Lower Lliw Reservoir

Lower Lliw is a reservoir at Felindre, north of Swansea, owned by Welsh Water and fished by South Wales Fishing Society. Welsh Water describes the Lliw reservoirs as set in mountain scenery, with walking trails and a café, and the society’s page lists brown and rainbow trout among the fish in the water, along with pike and coarse fish.

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

Pleasure day ticket, catch and release C&R · 1 Jan to 31 Dec All fish are returned. Fishing times 8am to 8pm. Any fish over 5lb must be returned. Ticket prices from the society’s day ticket page. Tickets are booked online in advance and are not sold on the bank.: £12 per day
Catch and keep 3 trout 3 fish · 1 Jan to 31 Dec Up to 3 trout can be kept. Fishing times 8am to 8pm. Any fish over 5lb must be returned. Ticket prices from the society’s day ticket page. Tickets are booked online in advance and are not sold on the bank.: £25 per day
Catch and keep 5 trout 5 fish · 1 Jan to 31 Dec Up to 5 trout can be kept. Fishing times 8am to 8pm. Any fish over 5lb must be returned. Ticket prices from the society’s day ticket page. Tickets are booked online in advance and are not sold on the bank.: £35 per day

Day tickets and booking

South Wales Fishing Society Day tickets

Day tickets

Day tickets are booked online in advance through the society’s Clubmate booking page, linked from this page. Pleasure £12, catch and keep 3 trout £25, catch and keep 5 trout £35. Not sold on the bank.
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Fishing details

Water type: Stillwater
Boat fishing: Bank only

Stocking and fish species

none stocking

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Lower Lliw Reservoir

Fishing times are 8am to 8pm. Any fish over 5lb must be returned. The society’s rules for the reservoir give a maximum of 3 trout under 5lb. No fishing from the dam wall or the boat launch pontoon, and Welsh Water also says there is no fishing from the overflow. Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult at all times. Do not fish within 10 metres of another angler unless invited to. Fly fishing: maximum hook size 10 long shank, no more than four flies on a cast and at least 20 inches apart, fly lines double taper or weight forward (no shooting heads) and no heavier than AFTM10, no weight added to the line. Pike fishing with lures, spinners or dead bait has its own rules, including barbless hooks, running rigs only and no live baiting. Trout must be dispatched out of sight of the public. Read the society’s full rules and regulations before you book.

Amenities

parking

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

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

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FAQ

Lower Lliw Reservoir FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Lower Lliw Reservoir, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Lower Lliw Reservoir at any one time?

The rod limit for Lower Lliw Reservoir 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 Lower Lliw Reservoir?

Lower Lliw Reservoir 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 Lower Lliw Reservoir 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 Lower Lliw Reservoir — 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 Lower Lliw Reservoir 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 Lower Lliw Reservoir 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 Lower Lliw Reservoir — 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 Lower Lliw Reservoir. 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 .