Fly Fishing on the River Afon Aled

1 beat

1 beat sells day tickets
You can book a day rod on the Afon Aled without joining a club or syndicate.
3 species listed
Anglers here can target brown trout, sea trout and salmon.
1 club or syndicate
Membership water on the Afon Aled, some with day tickets alongside.

About the River Afon Aled

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 Llyn Aled Isaf. From there it runs north through Llansannan and Bryn Rhyd-yr-arian and meets the Elwy to the east of Llanfair Talhaiarn.

Where the Afon Aled runs

The river's course with every beat and fishery we list on it. Click a marker to read about that water.

Fishing Beats on the Afon Aled

Browse all 1 beat

Browse day tickets, syndicate rods, and permit fishing on the Afon Aled. Each beat listing includes pricing, species, and booking details.

Afon Aled

River Aled, Llansannan

On enquiry

Clubs and syndicates on the Afon Aled

1 club

Membership bodies holding water on the Afon Aled. Some sell day tickets alongside membership, others are open to members only, and a few run a waiting list.

Association · Conwy

Rhyl and St Asaph Angling Association

£180/yr 2 stretches

Fish species

Anglers on the Afon Aled can target brown trout, sea trout and salmon. Brown trout dominate most beats here; grayling, sea trout, and salmon appear on certain rivers and seasons.

Brown Trout

Salmon

Sea Trout

River Afon Aled at a glance

Source: Llyn Aled on Mynydd Hiraethog, south of Llansannan
Mouth: River Elwy, east of Llanfair Talhaiarn
Tributary of: River Elwy
Country: United Kingdom

FAQ

Afon Aled FAQs

Common questions about fishing the Afon Aled, from day tickets and seasons to what to expect on the bank.

01Can I fish the Afon Aled?

Much of the water is privately managed, but plenty of it is open to visiting anglers through day tickets, syndicate places, and club memberships. FishingBeats lists 1 beat on the Afon Aled, and each beat page shows who runs the water and how to book.

02How much does it cost to fish the Afon Aled?

Prices vary by beat, season, and how many rods share the water. Whatever you book, an Environment Agency rod licence is needed on top of the ticket.

03When is the fishing season on the Afon Aled?

The statutory trout season varies by region: on the Hampshire chalk streams such as the Test and Itchen it runs 3 April to 31 October, while rivers in the Thames catchment, including the Kennet, close on 30 September. Many fisheries set shorter dates of their own within that window, and grayling fishing carries on through the winter on many beats. Check the permit dates on each beat page before you book.

04What fish can I catch in the Afon Aled?

Beats on the Afon Aled list brown trout, sea trout, salmon. The mix varies from beat to beat, so check the species on the page for the water you want to fish.

05Do I need a licence to fish the Afon Aled?

Yes. Anyone aged 13 or over fishing for trout, salmon, or coarse fish in England needs a valid Environment Agency rod licence, bought online in daily, weekly, or annual form. It's separate from the beat ticket or syndicate fee, so factor it in before you go.