NRW Press Release 29th October – Afon Llynfi Pollution Investigation Ends Without Further Action Being Taken
As part of the recent press release by National Resources Wales on October 29th 2021 (Llynfi pollution investigation ends without further action being taken) announcing that its investigation into the Afon Llynfi pollution on 31 July 2020 has ended with no prospect …
Fishing Resumes on All Beats
As our waters are now consistently running within safe temperature zones, we are pleased to advise that all fishing will resume on all waters from tomorrow, Saturday 31st July. Please could all members continue to take temperature readings before (and during) fishing, …
Fishing Suspended on All Beats
Following Saturday’s announcement to suspend all salmon fishing on our beats, and due to the increased temperatures this past weekend, we have decided to further suspend ALL fishing on ALL beats from Tuesday 20th July. The decision aligns with our mission statement …
NRW Briefing Note – Salmon Red Skin Disease
Dear Member, The following briefing note has recently been received from National Resources Wales and should be read with importance. NRW Briefing Note: 1st July 2021 Issue There have recently been reports of small numbers of wild salmon caught in Scandinavia, Russia, …
Look After Your Catch: Considerations For Successful Fish Care
Fish care is one of the most important aspects of our sport and isn’t written about nearly enough as it should be! Gwent Angling Society has a conservation minded ethos and we actively encourage catch and release and good fish care practice. …
Time Spent: Cracking the Spinner Code
Words by Lee Evans. How Did I Get Here? It was gone eleven, the air temperature had dropped and I could just make out the Daubenton’s bats surveying the shimmering water. I was in up to my waist, hoping the twang of …
Casting and Fishing Skills Clinics 2021
Our 2021 Casting and Fishing Skills Clinics will be starting once again next Monday 10th May, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, at our water at Ty Mawr, Gilwern, near Abergavenny, and will take place every two weeks thereafter. Run by fully qualified …
5 Tips for Small Stream Fly Fishing Success
Fly fishing a small stream or brook can be a daunting prospect if you have never fished one before. It can be a difficult challenge at times, but by keeping things simple, you can catch lots of fish and really enjoy yourself! …
Covid-19 – Welsh Government Update – 12th April 2021
Dear Member, Following the recent announcements by the Welsh Government, we are pleased to see that, as of today (12th April), cross border travel is allowed, meaning anglers from England can visit Wales to fish, and vice versa. To review the full …
