Newbridge-on-Wye (Izaak Walton Angling Society)

River level

The lowdown

• This is members-only fishing, with access on notified dates agreed each year between the Society and the Llysdinam Estate. Don’t just turn up on a whim — give the Society Secretary prior notice.
• The meeting point is Brynwern Bridge. From Newbridge-on-Wye, head south towards Builth Wells, turn onto the minor road at the village edge, then follow the further turn down to the bridge.
• Parking is off-road by the bridge. You may be directed onto the grassy verge beside it, or, when conditions allow, into the field by the bridge.
• Attendance is usually pretty modest, commonly around four to six anglers. That gives the place a quiet, low-faff feel rather than a crowded match-day buzz.
• Both coarse and fly fishing are allowed on the Society’s fishing days. One of the ten annual dates is reserved exclusively for fly fishing, so check the fixture details before packing the feeder gear.
• The Society says coarse fishing can produce larger weights than fly fishing here. Legitimate coarse-fishing baits are listed in the fixture information, so stick to those rather than winging it.
• Grayling are the star turn, with chub and trout also named for the venue. The Society does not fish for salmon here; salmon remain the preserve of the Estate.
• Keep an eye on the river. Fishing can be cancelled or called off when the Wye is in spate, and compensation releases from the Elan Valley can alter conditions and fish activity.
• The river-bed rock can be slippery, so metal-studded waders are recommended. Proper sensible kit for a lively river, especially when you’re moving between swims.
• The Society has attended by invitation since the 1950s. That long-running arrangement means being tidy, respectful and bang on the agreed access details matters.

Methods: For coarse anglers, use the legitimate baits listed on the fixture information and look to build a weight. Fly fishing is also permitted, with one annual day set aside solely for it; keep tabs on flow and cancellations before setting off.

Access & tickets

Fishing is for Izaak Walton Angling Society members on the ten notified 2026 fixture days, with dates agreed annually with the Estate. Prior notification to the Society Secretary is recommended; a charge usually of about £10 per attending member is collected on the day and donated as a courtesy to the Estate and Gamekeeper.

Fish the club names

chub, trout, chub

Key rules

• Fishing access is for Izaak Walton Angling Society members on notified dates agreed annually with the Llysdinam Estate.
• Prior notification to the Society Secretary is recommended before attending.
• Coarse and fly fishing are permitted on Society fishing days.
• One of the ten annual fishing days is reserved exclusively for fly fishing.
• Use only legitimate coarse-fishing baits listed on the Society’s fixture information.
• Fishing may be cancelled or called off when the river is in spate.
• Salmon fishing is not carried out by the Society at this venue; salmon remain the preserve of the Estate.
• Metal-studded waders are recommended because the river-bed rock is slippery.

Where it is