Llwyn-On Reservoir
Llwyn-On Reservoir
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Llwyn-On Reservoir is the largest and southernmost of the three reservoirs in the Taf Fawr valley in South Wales, sitting within the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park at an elevation of 260 metres above sea level. Built in the 1920s following authorisation under the Cardiff Corporation Act of 1884, this 150-acre (54 hectare) impoundment is fed by the Taf Fawr, Nant Gwinau, Nant Car, and Garwnant rivers, with outflow returning to the Taf Fawr. The reservoir holds a water volume of approximately 5 million cubic metres, with a mean depth of 9.4 metres and a maximum depth of 22 metres, making it a moderately deep stillwater with significant variation across its basin. The water is characterised as humic with moderate alkalinity, giving it a slightly coloured appearance typical of upland Welsh reservoirs. The A470 trunk road runs along the eastern shoreline, while the western half of the reservoir sits within Rhondda Cynon Taf. Bordered by mixed woodland including conifers, the setting is scenic and the reservoir is a firm favourite among local anglers throughout the season.
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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
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The east bank is a well-established and popular area, particularly for spinning with Tobys and polystyrene ball rigs, as well as worm fishing. The A470 road running along this shoreline provides easy access to this productive stretch. The mixed woodland margins throughout the reservoir offer good bank fishing opportunities, and the varied depth profile — from shallower margins to the 22-metre maximum — means anglers can target different depth zones depending on conditions and time of season.
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Wales licenses and regulations
Wales Boating Regulations
Canal & River Trust is the navigation authority for inland waterways across England and Wales (boat licensing and navigation rules). For coastal boating the national Maritime & Coastguard Agency guidance applies.
Wales Fishing License
Wales uses the same GOV.UK rod licence system as England - a single Environment Agency licence is valid in both countries, required to fish for salmon, trout, freshwater fish, smelt or eel.
Wales Fishing Regulations
Natural Resources Wales (not the Environment Agency) sets and enforces the angling byelaws in Wales - close seasons, methods, catch limits, and salmon/sea-trout rules. These are distinct from the England byelaws despite the shared licence.
Wales Stream Access Laws
Natural Resources Wales' Angling Code, the closest official guidance on access for anglers in Wales. As in England there is no general right to fish - you need permission from the fishery owner or a permit/club membership.
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