The River Clywedog is a tributary of the River Clyde in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, offering mixed coarse fishing opportunities through rural moorland and woodland sections. The river has variable flow characteristics typical of upland streams, with pocket pools and deeper runs that can hold brown trout and coarse fish species. Access is generally good through farmland, though permits are required and it is advisable to check with local riparian owners and fishing associations before visiting.
The statutory close season on River Clywedog runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on River Clywedog are typically held by local angling clubs — check with the relevant club or day ticket provider before visiting.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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River Clywedog holds brown trout, sea trout, grayling, pike, perch.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish River Clywedog. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish River Clywedog, you need a valid EA rod licence, available online from gov.uk. Annual, day and 8-day licences are available. In addition to the rod licence, you will need club membership or a day ticket from the controlling angling club or riparian owner for most stretches of River Clywedog.
Always check conditions before you visit. Water quality, access and rules can change seasonally. The EA's Catchment Data Explorer provides up-to-date water quality information for River Clywedog.
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