Dacre Beck is a delightful 6.2km river offering excellent conditions for coarse and game fishing enthusiasts. The beck flows through varied terrain with good water quality, providing a rewarding experience for anglers pursuing trout and salmon. Eels are also present, making this a versatile fishery for different angling techniques.
The statutory close season on Dacre Beck runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Dacre Beck are typically held by local angling clubs — check with the relevant club or day ticket provider before visiting.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Dacre Beck holds trout, salmon, eel.
Salmon fishing on Dacre Beck requires a separate migratory salmonid licence from the EA in addition to the standard rod licence. Bag limits and season dates apply.
Trout fishing on Dacre Beck may be subject to season restrictions set by the local club or riparian owner — always confirm before your session.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Dacre Beck. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Dacre Beck, you need a valid EA rod licence, available online from gov.uk. Annual, day and 8-day licences are available. In addition to the rod licence, you will need club membership or a day ticket from the controlling angling club or riparian owner for most stretches of Dacre Beck.
Always check conditions before you visit. Water quality, access and rules can change seasonally. The EA's Catchment Data Explorer provides up-to-date water quality information for Dacre Beck.
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