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Butetown Reservoir

Rhymney, CaerphillyNP22 5QT51.7730, -3.3047

Quick facts

Postcode

NP22 5QT

Facilities

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Pricing

£7 day ticket, £45 adult season

Hours

Wednesdays and Sundays between 1 st October and 3 rd March each year. Target pike from October to March for safe fish return. Threating or abusive be
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About Butetown Reservoir

Butetown Reservoir is a freshwater lake just off the A465 in Rhymney managed by Rhymney & District AS, holding carp, bream, tench, pike, perch, roach, rudd and gudgeon, with day and season tickets.

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Butetown Reservoir: frequently asked questions

Yes — Butetown Reservoir is a fishing venue in Rhymney, Caerphilly (postcode NP22 5QT). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.

Yes — Butetown Reservoir offers day tickets. Indicative prices: £7 day ticket, £45 adult season. Always confirm current ticket prices and availability with the venue before travelling.

Butetown Reservoir is stocked with Common bream, Common carp, Gudgeon, Perch, Pike, Roach, Rudd, Tench. Stocks vary by lake and season — check with the fishery for the latest catch reports.

Yes — anyone aged 13 or over fishing for freshwater fish in England or Wales needs an Environment Agency rod licence, even on private waters like Butetown Reservoir. A 12-month 2-rod licence is £36.80 in 2026, and juniors aged 13–16 fish free but must register. Read our full guide at /blog/fishing-licence-uk-guide.

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