River Monnow · Herefordshire

Lower Longtown

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 Lower Longtown

Lower Longtown is two thirds of a mile of mostly double bank on the River Monnow at Longtown. Towards the top end of the beat is the pool where the Escley Brook joins the Monnow, which the Passport warns has quite a few dark shadows loitering in the depths. The Passport suggests a rod of six and a half to eight 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

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: 0.67 miles
Water type: Main river

Stocking and fish species

Brown Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Lower Longtown

Fly fishing only. Catch and release for all species. Dogs allowed but must be kept under control. 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 Monnow.

Conditions on the River Monnow

The river

Herefordshire

River Monnow

The River Monnow rises near Craswall, on Cefn Hill just below the Black Mountains, and runs about 42 miles to the Wye at Monmouth. It marks the border between England and Wales for much of its…

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FAQ

Lower Longtown FAQs

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

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

The rod limit for Lower Longtown 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 Longtown?

Lower Longtown 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 Lower Longtown 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 Longtown — 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 Longtown 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?

Lower Longtown is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Lower Longtown 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 Longtown — 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 Lower Longtown — please keep them under control near the water and respect any local rules shown on the page.