River Wye Fishing Holidays
The River Wye has some of the most varied fishing beats in the UK. Salmon and Barbel are some of the signature beats along the UK’s fifth longest river, but there is also plenty of game and coarse fishing to be had too. Our holiday houses are around Lydbrook, Symonds Yat and Monmouth and so would be great for fishing holidays as they are within easy reach of many top spots.
Salmon Fishing on the River Wye
Whilst famous for it’s walks and beautiful scenery, the River Wye is just as famous for its Salmon stretches. In recent years the work of the Wye and Usk Foundation has seen numbers increase after extensive habitat restoration when once they were as plentiful as in Scotland. Whilst you may no longer be able to catch 50-pounders, the record is held by a Miss Doreen Davey who caught a 59lbs 8oz Salmon back in 1923, the Wye Salmon Association says that 30lbers can still be caught most years.
The hard work of these passionate organisations means that salmon fishing on the River Wye is on the up and becoming popular once again. The BBC recently made a program all about the River Wye with Will Millard who explores life along the Wye Valley whilst trying to catch his first Salmon!
River Wye Barbel Fishing
Whilst the River Severn may have gained some popularity and notoriety for big catches recently, it doesn’t match the River Wye for scenery and atmosphere. Designated as a national Area of Outstanding Beauty, the Wye Valley allows you to spend your day patiently waiting for your catch in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK. Barbel can be found along the whole of the River Wye so you have plenty of choice where to site yourself and even try a different beat each day, but even if you don’t land ‘the big one’ you won’t be disappointed you chose to stay in the Wye Valley.
Where to go Fishing on the River Wye
The character of the River Wye changes as it makes it’s way from its source point in Mid Wales, takes a turn into England and then doubles back into South Wales. These stretches are generally referred to as the upper, middle and lower reaches of the Wye. Where it flows into the River Severn it becomes the Tidal Reaches. If you prefer particular types of fishing whilst you’re on holiday then the guide below may be useful when planning ahead for your trip. For more detail on the types of catches and weights you can expect, check out The Fishing Passport or the local angling association websites, some of which are below.
River Wye Fishing Day Tickets
If you’re looking for a day or two’s fishing along the River Wye there are some spots which do allow visitors to purchase day tickets. These are usually through the local association or sometimes an angling shop. Before you plan on turning up to a spot, check out the links below to the associations who manage these beats and make sure you are able to fish there.
Guide to Fishing on the River Wye
River Wye Upper Reaches – Barbel Fishing & Game Fishing
Locations: Hay-on-Wye, Llangoed, Builth Wells
Fish: Barbel, Trout, Grayling, Salmon
Associations: The Warren, Hay-on-Wye, Rhayader and Elan Valley Angling Association
River Wye Middle Reaches – Barbel & Salmon Fishing
Locations: Hay-on-Wye, Hereford, Luggsmouth, Holme Lacey, Ross-on-Wye
Fish: Barbel, Chub, Silverfish, Pike, Salmon
Associations: Hereford and District Angling Association, Ross-on-Wye Angling Club
River Wye Lower Reaches – Coarse Fishing
Locations: Redbrook, Lydbrook, Monmouth, Symonds Yat
Fish: Barbel, Salmon, Pike, Roach, Perch, Carp
Associations: Angling Dreams, Lower Wye Fishing, Old Harp Fishery, Monmouth & District Angling Society
River Wye Tidal Reaches – Salmon Fishing & Coarse Fishing
Locations: Bigsweir, Brockweir
Fish: Salmon, Barbel
Associations: Bigsweir Salmon Fishery,
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Bowley Hall
Prices from £3,740.00
Bowley Hall is a 12 bedroom Manor House sleeping up to 31 guests in stunning Herefordshire countryside. With a bar, games room, cinema room, extensive grounds, outdoor pizza oven and Hot Tub (hire charge) its the perfect venue to relax in style and comfort. 3 lounges, huge baronial dining room, modern kitchen, brakfast room - its has everything you need. Licensed for weddings up to 170 with Marquee.
- 9 Bedrooms in Hall + 3 in Coachhouse
- Sleeps up to 31 + 4 infants
- Games room, table tennis, pool,
- Bar/Party Room/Cinema Room
- Dining table sits 32
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Holly Tree House
Prices from £1,995.00
Charming villa above Symonds Yat, sleeping 22 in 9 bedrooms overlooking River Wye. Two lounges, a large dining room and patio plus covered, outdoor Hot Tub and Games Room. Short walk to 3 pubs (with excellent food), river ferry, and flat riverside circular walk - super pet-friendly. Loads of activities inc canoes and paddle boards. verty safe and secure, no traffic. Ideal multi generation holiday cottage. Holly Tree House provides accommodation in an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
- 9 bedrooms sleeping 12 - 22
- 8 Bath and Shower/Loos
- Covered Hot Tub
- Pet Friendly
- 3 Pub/Restaurants walkable
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The Anchor
Prices from £1,995.00
Set in the heart of Lydbrook in the Forest of Dean and previously know as The Anchor Inn, this cosy village pub, which dates back to the 15th century, is now a charmingly converted holiday cottage sleeping 20 in 7/8 ensuite bedrooms. Lovely Games Room and covered Hot Tub. Enclosed rear garden, pet friendly. Walk to village pubs, shop and chippie! Easy access to riverside.
- 7/8 ensuite bedrooms sleep 22
- G/F room, sofa bed & bathroom
- Dogs and other pets welcome
- Covered Hot Tub
- Dine 20 round one table
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River Wye Lodge
Prices from £2,850.00
Converted Coaching Inn on the banks of the River Wye, with park and canoe launch - short walk to village shop, pub, Indian takeaway and fish and chip shop. Sleeps 26 in 12 bedrooms, 10 having glorious views of the River Wye. Accessibility ramp to the front door and the ground floor houses a wheelchair friendly twin room with an en-suite wet room. Huge dining room and lounge, 2 connected kitchens, playground outside. Games Room. Pet friendly.
- 12 Bedrooms sleeping 26
- Covered Hot Tub
- Games Room
- Dine 26 round one table
- Twin disabled bedroom wet room en suite
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Bromsash House
Prices from £2,800.00
Bromsash House is a grand Manor house boasting six acres of land. 5 bedrooms in the main house sleep 12 adults . There is a Lodge with 3 double bedrooms sleeping a further 6 and Games Room.. The gardens are huge and boast a huge array of unusual trees, fruit trees, rose bushes, and magnolias, creating perfect areas in which to play and explore. Patio with lovely furniture and Hot Tub. Bromsash House sleeps 18 in total.
- 1 Hot Tub
- 2 Pets Welcome
- Max sleepers 18
- Linen Provided
- Sky TV
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Wye Rapids House
Prices from £2,650.00
13 bedroom (11 ensuite) converted hotel overlooking the River Wye rapids at Symonds Yat. Large dining room , bar, lounge, patio, riverside garden plus outdoor hot tub (that can be hired) and games room. Plenty of room to relax and enjoy the sights and sound of nature all around you. An ideal pet-friendly cottage for large group holidays. With flat walks and 3 nearby pubs and restaurants, Wye Rapids provides an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life for up to 30 guests (26 adults max plus 4 children)
- 11 ensuite Bedrooms plus family room and shared bathroom sleeps 26 adults plus 4 children
- Hot tub hire available
- All dine together
- Fully commercial kitchen
- Offroad parking for 16 cars
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Monnow Valley Studio
Prices from £3,450.00
Sleeps 24 in 11 bedrooms , world famous recording studio on banks of the River Monnow, full of memorabilia with Party Room, Games Room, Cinema Room, stunning dining room, huge modern kitchen, hot tub (hire charge) . Pets are not allowed. peaceful, quiet , safe with no traffic, fishing and swimming from the garden. Licensed for Weddings - 50 max.
- Outdoor Hot Tub
- Huge soundproof Party Room
- Games and Cinema Room
- 11 bedrooms sleeps 24
- Licensed for weddings up to 50
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The Manor on the Monnow
Prices from £2,850.00
Majestic Manor House sleeping 24 in 11 bedrooms, huge lounge and dining room. Big kitchen and separate breakfast room. Games room and covered Hot Tub in 2 acre safe and private grounds. On the banks of the River Monnow, fishing from garden and wild swimming a very short walk. 10 minute flat stroll into town, the Manor is perfect for town and country group self catering in the picturesque border town of Monmouth. Pet friendly.
- Games Room and Hot Tub
- Fishing from riverbank
- Wild swimming 100 yards
- Galleried Hall with woodburner
- 11 Bedrooms, 9 Bathrooms
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Forest House
Prices from £2,650.00
This 11 ensuite bedroom converted 4* Hotel sleeps up to 25 in the centre of Coleford, the heart of the Forest of Dean - Hot Tub, 2 Lounges, Games Room with pool table, Large dining room, fantastic kitchen. Off road walks and cycling from door. Pet friendly. Short walk to shops, pubs, restaurants. A perfect location for sampling the huge array of activities and attractions in the Forest of Dean.
- 11 Ensuite bedrooms sleeping 25
- Covered Hot Tub
- Games Room with Pool Table
- All Dine Together
- Pet Friendly for 2 dogs
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Fairlea Grange
Prices from £1,995.00
This striking gothic townhouse in the heart of Abergavenny is full of character and inspired Alfred Hitchcock's classic movie The Lady Vanishes. It was the childhood home of Ethel Lina White who wrote the original novel. If you want your stay to evoke a dramatic atmosphere this is the holiday home for you! 9 bedrooms, sleeping up to 24 people with 2 lounges , 2 kitchens , games Room, Hot Tub, enclosed garden in walking distance of town centre and Station. Pet friendly.
- 9 bedrooms, 7 ensuites
- Pets Welcome
- Games Room
- Covered Hot Tub
- Near Brecon Beacons
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High Cloud Farm and Barn
Prices from £2,200.00
The secluded hilltop retreat of explorer, adventurer, and author Christina Dodwell, High Cloud Farm, a perfect location for 3 generation celebrations, with maps, books, pictures and artefacts in evidence everywhere. This remote rural cottage on the Wales borders offers total privacy as a large party house or holiday retreat. Hot tub and heated Swimming Pool (May till October). farmhouse sleeps 12 and Barn sleeps 12. Everyone can dine together in the Barn. 3 Kitchens, Games Room, pet friendly.
- Dining table seats 24
- 10 bedrooms sleeps 24
- Large games room
- Heated outdoor swimming pool
- Covered hot tub
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Pencraig Court
Prices from £3,200.00
Classic country house sleeping 36 in 11 bedrooms midway between Monmouth and Ross on Wye overlooking the river. Pet friendly, stunning rooms, large grounds, games room. On site 3 bed cottage sleeping a further 8 available. Large grounds and gardens and a drive with an extensive parking area, totalling 3.6 Acres. Hot tub hire available.
- 11 Ensuite Bedrooms sleeping 36
- Attached 3 Bed cottage sleeping 8
- Games Rooms with Table Football and Pool table
- Hot tub Hire available
- Pet Friendly
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Symonds Yat Lodge
Prices from £3,950.00
A comfortable 25 bedroom (all ensuite) converted guest accommodation situated on the banks for the River Wye. Huge dining room, lounge,bar, games / party room and mature gardend. With flat walks from the door Symonds Yat Lodge is the perfect place for celebrations and large group holidays. Pet friendly, parking. Sleeps 50 guests. Prices are based on 30 guests in 15 bedrooms with 10 extra bedrooms available at an additional charge.
- 25 ensuite Bedrooms
- All dine together in huge dining room
- Licensed for Weddings - for up to 100 guests
- Pet friendly
- Country pub within 5 minute walk
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Carefree Cottage
Carefree Cottage is a pretty 3 bedroom cottage sleeping 8 midway between Ross on Wye and Monmouth
