Fishing at Conwy Quay
An easy, level promenade mark right on the tidal River Conwy waterfront below the castle — mixed light-tackle fishing into the main channel a few steps from town.
📍 View on the mapWhat you can catch → Full fish guide
| Species | Season | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Flounder | Sep–Mar | small hooks with ragworm or lugworm over mixed ground in the channel |
| Bass | May–Oct | float-fished mackerel strip or small lures where baitfish gather |
| European Eel | Jun–Aug | fish or worm bait after dark in warm weather |
| Codling (Juvenile Cod)Whiting | Oct–Jan | leger tackle baited with worm or squid on the flood |
Tactics
Fish the flood tide and around the tide turn when the run picks up depth and pace in the channel; a light running leger with worm bait covers most of what swims past the quay.
Best tide: Flood tide · Best time: Autumn evenings
Dogs
Unofficial source: View the supporting source →Not an authority; check current signage.
Access & parking
Park at Bodlondeb (LL32 8DU) or Morfa Bach car park and walk down to the quay, a few minutes from the town centre. Sat-nav: LL32 8DU.Get directions → Family rating: ★★★ — Level paved quayside right in town, easy for kids and pushchairs
FAQs
What can you catch off Conwy Quay?
Flounder is the headline species, with school bass, eels after dark, and codling/whiting in the colder months.
Is Conwy Quay a good mark for beginners?
Yes — it's flat, paved and close to parking and shops, ideal for a first go at estuary fishing.
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Last updated 16 July 2026 — sources & disclaimer
Compiled from angling guides, forums and the relevant council's dog byelaws, cross-checked where possible.
Rules and conditions change, so always check current signage and tides before you go. We do our best to keep this accurate but can't promise it's error-free.