Fly Fishing on the River Afon Alwen

1 beat

1 species listed
Anglers here can target brown trout.
1 club or syndicate
Membership water on the Afon Alwen, some with day tickets alongside.
1 tributary feed it
Each has its own page, with beats where we list them.

About the River Afon Alwen

The Afon Alwen is a river in north east Wales and a tributary of the River Dee. It rises at Llyn Alwen on Mynydd Hiraethog, in Conwy, and flows south east, crossing the A543 before it runs into the Alwen Reservoir.

Where the Afon Alwen 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 Alwen

Browse all 1 beat

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

Afon Alwen

River Alwen, Maerdy

On enquiry

Clubs and syndicates on the Afon Alwen

1 club

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

Club · Conwy, Denbighshire

Corwen and District Angling Club

£100–£160/yr 7 stretches

Fish species

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

Brown Trout

River Afon Alwen at a glance

Source: Llyn Alwen on Mynydd Hiraethog
Mouth: River Dee, just north of Cynwyd
Tributary of: River Dee
Country: United Kingdom

Tributaries

Rivers that feed the Afon Alwen.

Afon Ceirw

1 beat

FAQ

Afon Alwen FAQs

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

01Can I fish the Afon Alwen?

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 Alwen, and each beat page shows who runs the water and how to book.

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

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 Alwen?

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 Alwen?

Beats on the Afon Alwen list brown trout. 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 Alwen?

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.