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Afon Aled ยท Conwy

River Aled, Llansannan

Season 3 Mar to 17 Oct

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About River Aled, Llansannan

This is a long double bank beat on the River Aled downstream of Llansannan, owned by Rhyl and St Asaph Angling Association, about 4,600m on both banks. The association calls it a tranquil setting, best later in the season for migratory fish, with a head of resident brown trout. The Aled is the main tributary of the River Elwy.

How you can fish here

Methods
Fly Only, Spinning, Bait

How to book

Day tickets and booking

Fishing details

Water type
Tributary

Stocking and fish species

Rules and policies

Catch & release
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required
Season: 3 Mar to 17 Oct

Fishing rules for River Aled, Llansannan

A Natural Resources Wales rod licence and an association permit are needed. Rivers Clwyd, Elwy and Aled: salmon, fly 20 March to 17 October, spinning 20 March to 30 September, shrimp and prawn 1 to 30 September, all salmon returned uninjured, worming not permitted. Sea trout, fly 20 March to 17 October, spinning 20 March to 30 September, permitted baits 1 June to 30 September; sea trout over 60cm are returned, and members may keep one sea trout a day, two a week and ten a season, at least 9 inches. Brown trout 3 March to 30 September, at least 9 inches, catch and release recommended. The all-Wales byelaws on hooks, lures and baits apply.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the Afon Aled.

Conditions on the Afon Aled

The river

The Afon Aled is a small river in Conwy county borough and a tributary of the River Elwy. It rises at Llyn Aled on Mynydd Hiraethog, just south of the village of Llansannan, and flows through Llynโ€ฆ

View the Afon Aled guide

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FAQ

River Aled, Llansannan FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing River Aled, Llansannan, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on River Aled, Llansannan at any one time?
The rod limit for River Aled, Llansannan is listed on the beat page โ€” check before booking, as limits vary by season and fishery preference.
02What species can I expect to catch on River Aled, Llansannan?
River Aled, Llansannan holds Brown Trout, Sea Trout, Salmon. 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 River Aled, Llansannan are listed on the beat page โ€” 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 River Aled, Llansannan โ€” 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 River Aled, Llansannan 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?
River Aled, Llansannan is fished by fly_only and spinning and bait. The fly recommendations section on the River Aled, Llansannan 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 River Aled, Llansannan โ€” 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 River Aled, Llansannan. 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 Afon Aled.

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