The Lower Lleidi Reservoir, or Swiss Valley as it’s known locally, is a distinctive body of water nestled between the slopes of the Lleidi Valley.
The shores are sheltered by mature woodland and suits Carp, predator and novice anglers alike
Number of Swims/Pegs: 12
Number of wheelchairs accessible Swims/Pegs: 1
Permits and day tickets must be purchased in advance on the Clubmate portal.
- Annual permit £70
- Swiss Valley Angling Association Members £55
- Under 18 half price concession
- U13 free (NRW registration still required)
Night fishing is not permitted on Day Tickets
Maximum stay on any one peg is 72 hours
All anglers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
All anglers must possess an appropriate Environment Agency rod license
Kayak anglers must also possess a water access permit
No fish are to be removed from the reservoir
| ANNUAL PERMIT FEES | |
|---|---|
| Adult | £70 |
| Swiss Valley Angling Association Members | £55 |
| Junior (U18) | £35 |
Permits and day tickets must be purchased in advance on the Clubmate portal.
Day tickets are available at £10 (dawn – dusk)
- Night fishing is not permitted on Day Tickets
- Maximum stay on any one peg is 72 hours
- All anglers must possess an appropriate Environment Agency rod license
- Kayak anglers must also possess a water access permitNo fish are to be removed from the reservoir
| DAY TICKET FEES | ||
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £10 per session | |
| Junior (U16) | £5 per session | |
Angling Rules and Code of Conduct
Please read and observe these rules. The council reserves the right to suspend or terminate permits to fish with immediate effect at its discretion.
Unauthorised removal of any fish species will be considered as theft and reported to the police for further action.
Please follow the Code of Conduct, especially with regard to fish welfare.
Llanelli Rural Council (LRC) reserves the right to amend its rules from time to time. Changes will be notified via the Clubmate booking portal.
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) Angling byelaws (fishing rules) apply at all times.
Fishing Permit
All anglers must obtain a permit to fish from Llanelli Rural Council.
Kayak anglers must also obtain a water access permit.
Annual and day permits are available.
It is advisable to purchase day permits in advance of a visit, as availability may be restricted due to numbers.
Llanelli Rural Council angling permits can be obtained online or by visiting Llanelli Rural Council Offices at Vauxhall, Llanelli SA15 3BD.
LRC Fees 2023-2024
Annual permit £70
Swiss Valley Angling Association Members £55
Day ticket ‘dawn till dusk’ £10
Under 18 half price concession
U13 free (NRW registration still required)
All anglers (including annual permit holders and association members) must register their attendance at the reservoir to fish on the Clubmate portal.
Permits and attendance registration must be provided when requested by an authorised officer of Llanelli Rural Council or its representatives.
Permits are not transferable.
All anglers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Overnight fishing is only available to annual permit holders. A maximum of three successive overnight stays is permissible. Minimum 72 hours between any overnight stays.
One angler’s bivouac is permitted per angler.
No overnight camping permitted other than bona fide anglers.
Natural Resources Wales rod licence
All anglers must obtain a Natural Resources Wales (NRW) rod licence or register as required. A valid rod licence is required for anyone aged 13 or over to fish for trout, freshwater fish, smelt or eel in Wales.
Junior rod licences (age 13-16) are FREE but registration with NRW is still required.
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) Angling byelaws (fishing rules) apply at all times.
Natural Resources Wales / Angling byelaws (fishing rules)
All anglers must always carry their rod licence when fishing or face possible prosecution and a fine up to £2,500.
NRW Rod licences can be purchased online www.gov.uk/get-a-fishing-licence. At a local Post Office, or over the phone by calling all the Environment Agency on 0344 800 5386.
Fish Welfare
All anglers must only use Barbless hooks.
All anglers must carry and use a good quality unhooking mat. Anglers must also be in possession of a weigh sling and antiseptic treatment. Sacking of fish is permitted for a maximum of half an hour.
Every angler must carry a fish care kit.
Conduct
Swims/Pegs cannot be reserved in advance.
Swims or pegs may not be altered without the consent of Llanelli Rural Council (LRC)
Climbing of trees is not permitted.
Cutting or trees, saplings or hedgerows is not permitted.
No open fires permitted.
No loud music.
All waste must be disposed of appropriately and legally.
All litter must be taken away from the site.
Three rods maximum per angler and in accordance with the appropriate NRW rod licence.
Stalking whilst occupying a permanent swim is permitted with one rod only and only when space permits. This must not interfere with other anglers or any other legitimate activities at the reservoir.
Fishing is not permitted over reed beds or within any marked exclusion zones.
The council reserves the right to amend or introduce exclusion zones at its discretion.
Exclusion zones will be notified on the Clubmate portal and/or identified by markers, buoys or notices.
Unruly or abusive behaviour (verbal or physical) towards Llanelli Rural Council (LRC) personnel, property, other facility users or members of the public in any form will not be tolerated and may result in exclusion and retraction of fishing permit without refund.
All anglers and visitors must conduct themselves in a respectful and sportsman-like manner and observe good angling etiquette at all times.
Baited rods must not be left unattended. Wound-in rods must not be left unattended without the hook bait being removed.
Random checks will be made with regard to NRW licence and LRC permits.
Known Species
- Bream
- Brown Trout
- Carp
- Catfish
- Common Carp
- Dace
- Eel
- Mirror Carp
- Perch
- Pike
- Rainbow Trout
- Roach
- Rudd
- Tench
