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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Newport Stretch
The Newport/Gwent stretch of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is permit-controlled coarse water run by Newport Angling Association. It offers a broad urban canal venue with reported roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp and perch.
“6.2/10 — A broad reported mix of roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp and perch gives the canal plenty of coarse-fishing appeal.”
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The lowdown
The Newport/Gwent stretch of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal gives anglers a long run of coarse-fishing water through Newport and the surrounding urban area. It’s canal fishing rather than a neat little lake venue, so the water extends along the club-controlled Newport sections.
- 1 lake: Newport/Gwent stretch
- Fish: roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp, perch
- Tickets from: Senior membership 2026/2027 — £80
- Find it: Newport · NP10 9GN
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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Newport Stretch
Newport · NP10 9GN
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The Newport/Gwent stretch of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal gives anglers a long run of coarse-fishing water through Newport and the surrounding urban area. It’s canal fishing rather than a neat little lake venue, so the water extends along the club-controlled Newport sections.
Newport Angling Association is identified as the permit owner for the Newport canal water. Membership is handled online through Clubmate, with the membership year running from 16 June to 15 June. Senior and Senior Citizen places were full for 2026/2027 when checked, while Junior membership remained available.
The reported fish mix is a decent coarse-water spread: roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp and perch. The fishery is also described by a fishing directory as stocked. That gives the stretch plenty of appeal if you fancy working out a canal rather than sitting on a fixed commercial-style lake.
There’s no published official canal size, and no lake or pond acreage applies here. The representative postcode is NP10 9GN, linked with the Fourteen Locks Canal Centre near the Newport stretch, but this is not a single-peg location. The venue runs along the canal, so check the precise access point before setting off.
The rules are particularly important on this one. Fishing is from the towpath only. Opposite-bank fishing, bridge fishing and lock fishing are all prohibited, and anglers must leave at least 10 metres between each other. That spacing can make a proper difference on a busy urban canal, so don’t be tempted to squeeze into a swim.
Tackle-wise, barbless hooks are required on NAA waters, and a landing net is advised. All fish must be returned unharmed, with no fish introduced to or removed from the canal. A current rod licence is also required. Dogs must be kept on leads, and litter or discarded line around the pegs is not allowed.
There’s no current canal-specific day-ticket price or official canal booking checkout published. Older day tickets were reportedly available from patrolling bailiffs, but no current price is given. Night fishing is not expressly permitted for the canal in the published canal rules, so check directly with NAA before planning anything after dark.
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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Newport Stretch FAQs
Who controls the Newport canal water?
Newport Angling Association is identified as the permit owner for the Newport canal water.
What fish are reported?
Reported species include roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp and perch.
Can I bring a dog?
Yes, but dogs must be kept on leads on NAA waters.
Is membership available online?
Yes. Membership is purchased or renewed online through Clubmate. The membership year runs from 16 June to 15 June.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Newport Stretch. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Newport.
Do I need to bring food?
We haven't seen any food on site, so bring your own grub and drinks. A flask and a stove (where allowed) make a long day much better.
Are there toilets on site?
Not that we've seen listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off. Bring a barrow in case it's a walk.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
NP10 9GN.
How much is a ticket?
Senior membership 2026/2027: £80; Senior Citizen membership 2026/2027: £50; Junior membership 2026/2027: £30; Joining fee: £25; Gate-key charge for new members: £10; Night-fishing membership add-on: £70; Canal day ticket: Not published. Prices last checked 2026-10-09 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Newport Stretch isn't day-ticket water — Newport/Gwent stretch is members or syndicate only.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp, perch. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
1 — Newport/Gwent stretch (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
It depends — Night fishing is not expressly permitted for the canal in the published canal rules. The separate night-fishing membership applies to stillwaters and does not establish canal permission.
Can I bring my dog?
Not covered in the rules we've checked. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Are bait boats allowed?
We haven't seen a bait-boat rule listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Do I need barbless hooks?
Yes, it's required — The official rules require barbless hooks on NAA waters.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
Bring one either way — most fisheries expect it and the fish deserve it.
Is it suitable for disabled anglers?
We haven't seen disabled access listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Do I need a rod licence?
Yes — anyone 13 or over fishing in England and Wales needs an Environment Agency rod licence (or Natural Resources Wales in Wales), on top of your fishery ticket.
When's the best time of year to fish here?
Late spring through autumn is prime for most species. Check our live weather edge for this venue before you go — it updates daily.
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Newport/Gwent stretch: a permit-controlled urban canal stretch with a broad reported coarse-fish mix.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
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- Species
- roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp, perch
This is the Newport/Gwent section of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, running through Newport and the surrounding urban area. It’s coarse-fishing water controlled by Newport Angling Association.
Reported species include roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp and perch. There’s no official canal acreage published, as this is an extended canal venue rather than a standalone lake.
The fishery is described by a fishing directory as stocked.
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A look around Newport/Gwent stretch
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Newport Stretch
Newport/Gwent stretch
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Suits
- Anglers happy fishing a club-controlled canal and working out the towpath water
- Coarse anglers targeting a mixed reported fish population
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a clearly published lake size, fixed venue layout or confirmed current canal day-ticket checkout
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Newport/Gwent stretch
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
rudd
Floating baits and shallow float for rudd
Rudd feed high in the water, often near reeds and lilies on warm days. Fish up in the water to them, not on the bottom.
- A light waggler set 1–2ft deep with a single maggot or caster on a size 18.
- Loose-feed little and often to bring them up.
- Floating bread flake works brilliantly in summer.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
Newport/Gwent stretch FAQs
Where can I fish on the Newport stretch?
The club rules say canal fishing is allowed only from the towpath. Fishing from the opposite bank, bridges and locks is prohibited.
Is there a current canal day-ticket price?
No current canal-specific day-ticket price is published. Older day tickets were reportedly available from patrolling bailiffs, but no current price is given.
What's the lake record on Newport/Gwent stretch?
Going by what the fishery says: The fishery is described by a fishing directory as stocked. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Newport/Gwent stretch?
roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp, perch. The fishery is described by a fishing directory as stocked.
How big is Newport/Gwent stretch and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A permit-controlled urban canal stretch with a broad reported coarse-fish mix..
Which baits work well on Newport/Gwent stretch?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Newport/Gwent stretch further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Newport/Gwent stretch get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Newport/Gwent stretch?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Newport Stretch before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Newport/Gwent stretch?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Newport/Gwent stretch on a day ticket?
No — Newport/Gwent stretch is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Newport/Gwent stretch?
It depends — Night fishing is not expressly permitted for the canal in the published canal rules. The separate night-fishing membership applies to stillwaters and does not establish canal permission.
Who does Newport/Gwent stretch suit?
Good for: Anglers happy fishing a club-controlled canal and working out the towpath water; Coarse anglers targeting a mixed reported fish population. Less suited to: Anyone wanting a clearly published lake size, fixed venue layout or confirmed current canal day-ticket checkout.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Can I fish from the towpath only?
The official rules allow canal fishing only from the towpath.
- No
Can I fish from the opposite bank, bridges or locks?
Fishing from the opposite bank, bridges and locks is prohibited.
- Must
How much space must I leave between anglers?
Anglers must allow at least 10 metres between each other.
- No
Can fish be introduced to or removed from the canal?
Fish must not be introduced to or removed from the canal. All fish must be returned unharmed.
- Must
Are barbless hooks required?
The official rules require barbless hooks on NAA waters.
- Only if
Is night fishing permitted on the canal?
Night fishing is not expressly permitted for the canal in the published canal rules. The separate night-fishing membership applies to stillwaters and does not establish canal permission.
- Must
Do I need a rod licence?
A current rod licence is required under the club rules.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 9 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
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How we'd fish each lake
Our own suggestions, worked out from each lake's features, its main fish and the venue rules. They're tried-and-tested methods, not reports from this venue, so watch the water and ask in the tackle shop on the day.
Newport/Gwent stretch
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
rudd
Floating baits and shallow float for rudd
Rudd feed high in the water, often near reeds and lilies on warm days. Fish up in the water to them, not on the bottom.
- A light waggler set 1–2ft deep with a single maggot or caster on a size 18.
- Loose-feed little and often to bring them up.
- Floating bread flake works brilliantly in summer.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
Good background reading. Most of it is a few years old, so treat it as a starting point and ask on the day.
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What anglers reckon
6.2/10 from Tackle Index: A broad reported mix of roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp and perch gives the canal plenty of coarse-fishing appeal.
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Checked Sept '26 — “The Newport/Gwent stretch of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is permit-controlled coarse water run by Newport Angling Association. It offers a broad urban canal venue with reported roach, rudd, tench, bream, carp and perch.”
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