Benefit from a true fisherman. What Jimmy does not know about fishing on the Usk, is not worth knowing. Jimmy Devoy is an institution at Gliffaes, a day in his company will be remembered for a long time. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn how to cast and to understand about fly life [...]

Rods,  Lines & Waders. For salmon fishing at Gliffaes we recommend using a 15ft rod in most conditions down to a single handed rod in low water. For trout an 8½ to 9 foot rod with 4/5 wt line is perfect. Wading is essential at Gliffaes and the bottom of the river is slippery and [...]

Salmon Pool Beat – Fast broken water leading into good salmon lies followed by deep (too deep even for wading in the middle) holding water especially for big brownies. Finally it ends with a swift smooth run leaving our water. Middle Beat – Fast falling and many large boulders providing exciting runs over the entire [...]

At the height of summer with bright, hot days and low flows in the river it is almost pointless going to the Usk to fish for trout. The trout are sleeping at the bottom and you will just get hot and bothered wrapped up in rubber waders. However, if you take the brave decision to [...]