With the river season now in full swing, it's time to get out on the bank and enjoy all that flowing water has to offer. Whether you want to test your wits against a powerful barbel or your patience with the crafty chub there is something magical about fishing rivers, here are some fantastic venues to try right now!
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River Don, Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Pacey water on Doncaster and District AA’s stretch holds barbel and chub. Try natural baits.
Contact: Independent Fishing Tackle and Bait, 01302 376689
River Dane, Northwich, Cheshire
There’s the chance of catching a range of species from the Dane in Northwich town centre. Roving with float tackle and natural baits or bread is best.
Contact: Vale Royal Angling Centre, 01606 46060 www.vale-royal-angling-centre.com
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River Nidd, York, North Yorkshire
The intimate and winding River Nidd has been in good form. York and District AA has a
few day-ticket stretches, with permits available online.
Contact: www.ydaa.org.uk
River Trent, Newark, Nottinghamshire
On the popular stretch at Bob’s Island you have a great chance of barbel. Pacey water can be a good bet early season, when meat is a reliable bait.
Contact: 07855 635581
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River Welland, Stamford, Lincolnshire
Although it’s perhaps better known for its winter sport, the Meadows stretch of the River Welland at Stamford can still be worth fishing in summer. Drop a bit of bread into any clear spots in the weed for the chance of a few chunky chub.
Contact: Fish On, 01733 560560
Castor Backwater, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
This pacey, feature-filled Nene backwater is a superb early season spot for big barbel and chub. Day tickets online.
Contact: www.fishinginpeterborough.co.uk
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Warwickshire Avon, Evesham, Warwickshire
Manor Farm Leisure offers some great fishing on the Warwickshire Avon, where quality barbel, chub, and bream can be found.
Contact: 01386 870039, www.manorfarmleisure.co.uk
Hampshire Avon, Christchurch, Dorset
The Royalty Fishery is an iconic day-ticket stretch, home to some huge barbel ad chub, not to mention a host of other species such as mullet and even bass.
Contact: Davis Tackle, 01202 485169, www.swlakestrust.org.uk/royalty-fishery
River Kennet, Sulhamstead, Berkshire
There’s a wide range of species in this quiet bit of the Kennet, controlled by CALPAC. Day tickets must be organised in advance, via email.
Contact: calpacanglers@hotmail.com, www.calpacangling.com
Bristol Avon, Laycock, Wilsthire
This idyllic stretch is home to chub, and has seen a resurgence of barbel in recent years. Rove with meat, pellets, or worms.
Contact: 01179 603378
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