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River Wye · Powys

River Wye, Rhayader

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  • Day tickets

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

  • Bag limit of 4

    You may take up to 4 fish. Check the rules below.

  • 5 miles of fishing

    On the River Wye.

About River Wye, Rhayader

This is the Rhayader and Elan Valley Angling Association’s water on the Wye: about five miles from one mile south of Rhayader to approximately four miles north of the town. The A470 and A44 run along the whole stretch, so it is easy to reach. The association says it offers excellent brown trout and grayling fishing, that the river is stocked every other year on top of the natural head of brown trout, and that salmon reach the upper Wye towards the end of the season. Coarse fish are also caught.

How you can fish here

Methods
Any Method

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 tickets

River day permit Day ticket · 1 Jan to 31 Dec The association gives no single set of dates for its day permit: trout fishing runs 3 March to 30 September and coarse fishing 16 June to 14 March. The association lists one river permit price for the Wye, Elan, Marteg and Claerwen. Trout season 3 March to 30 September, coarse season 16 June to 14 March. Junior day £3, junior season £25 (covers all the association’s waters). Updated 28 February 2026.
£15 per day

Season and syndicate rods

River season permit Season rod · 3 Mar to 2 Mar Valid for 12 months from 3 March. OAP and disabled anglers pay the same £40. The association lists one river permit price for the Wye, Elan, Marteg and Claerwen. Trout season 3 March to 30 September, coarse season 16 June to 14 March. Junior day £3, junior season £25 (covers all the association’s waters). Updated 28 February 2026.
£40 per season

Day tickets and booking

Prices by date

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Day rate, hover a day for the ticket

How River Wye, Rhayader compares on the River Wye

Typical, lowest and highest full-day rod, from 27 beats with published day rates

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Day tickets on the River Wye run from £15 to £50. The typical full-day rate is around £25, peaking in March.

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Fishing details

Length
5 miles
Water type
Main river

Stocking and fish species

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Grayling
Grayling
Salmon
Salmon

Rules and policies

Catch & release
Bag limit: 4 fish
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required

Fishing rules for River Wye, Rhayader

A Natural Resources Wales rod licence and an association permit are both needed. The river limit is 4 fish, and catch and release is allowed with barbless hooks. Trout season runs from 3 March to 30 September and the coarse season from 16 June to 14 March. Fly fishing, spinning and worming are allowed on the rivers, and no maggots. Buying a permit means accepting the association’s risk statement. The association’s pages give no separate rules for salmon, so check Natural Resources Wales byelaws and ask the association before fishing for them.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the River Wye.

Conditions on the River Wye

The river

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River Wye

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View the River Wye guide

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FAQ

River Wye, Rhayader FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing River Wye, Rhayader, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on River Wye, Rhayader at any one time?
The rod limit for River Wye, Rhayader 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 River Wye, Rhayader?
River Wye, Rhayader holds Brown Trout, Grayling, 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 Wye, Rhayader 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 River Wye, Rhayader — 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 Wye, Rhayader 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 Wye, Rhayader is fished by any. The fly recommendations section on the River Wye, Rhayader 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 Wye, Rhayader — 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 Wye, Rhayader. 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 River Wye.

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