What fish can I catch in Cardiff?

Waters in Cardiff hold Bass, mullet, flounder, sea trout, perch, roach, bream.

What is the close season in Cardiff?

The statutory close season on rivers in England and Wales runs from 15 March to 15 June. There is no close season on canals and stillwaters, though some clubs impose voluntary bans. Always check with the local club before fishing.

Which are the best rivers to fish in Cardiff?

PiscaMaps covers 1 rivers in Cardiff. Notable waters include Rhymney River. Each river page includes species information, access notes, close season dates and a location map.

Fishing in Cardiff — Rivers, Lakes & Canals

Fishing in Cardiff

Cardiff offers 1 mapped fishing waters on PiscaMaps, including 1 river. Species found across Cardiff's waters include Bass, mullet, flounder, sea trout, perch, roach, bream.

Fishing in Cardiff is regulated by Natural Resources Wales (NRW). An EA/NRW rod licence is required for all game and coarse fishing in Wales. NRW manages water quality, fish stocks and fish passes across Welsh rivers.

A valid Environment Agency (EA) rod licence is required to fish all rivers, canals and most stillwaters in Cardiff. Licences are available from gov.uk. Club membership or a day ticket is required on most waters in addition to the rod licence.

Featured Rivers in Cardiff

Rhymney River

Tidal River 7.1km Species: Bass, mullet, flounder, sea trout, perch

The Rhymney River's tidal section near Cardiff offers a unique urban estuary experience with brackish water conditions that vary significantly with tide times. This 7.1km stretch provides opportuni…

All Rivers in Cardiff (1)

Click a river for species information, close season dates, access notes and a location map.

Rhymney River

Tidal River · 7.1km · Bass, mullet

Fish Species in Cardiff

7 species recorded across Cardiff's rivers:

Bass	1 water
mullet	1 water
flounder	1 water
sea trout	1 water
perch	1 water
roach	1 water
bream	1 water

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch in Cardiff?+

Waters in Cardiff hold Bass, mullet, flounder, sea trout, perch, roach, bream.
Do I need a licence to fish in Cardiff?+

A valid Environment Agency (EA) rod licence is required to fish all rivers, canals and most stillwaters in Cardiff. Licences are available from gov.uk. Club membership or a day ticket is required on most waters in addition to the rod licence.
What is the close season in Cardiff?+

The statutory close season on rivers in England and Wales runs from 15 March to 15 June. There is no close season on canals and stillwaters, though some clubs impose voluntary bans. Always check with the local club before fishing.
Which are the best rivers to fish in Cardiff?+

PiscaMaps covers 1 rivers in Cardiff. Notable waters include Rhymney River. Each river page includes species information, access notes, close season dates and a location map.

Fishing in Cardiff

Fishing in Cardiff

Featured Rivers in Cardiff

All Rivers in Cardiff (1)

Fish Species in Cardiff

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