The De Lank River is a small Cornish watercourse offering intimate fishing in a rural setting with good water quality and decent fish populations. This short river provides opportunities for both coarse and game fishing, with clear flows ideal for spotting fish and presenting baits or flies. Access is generally available through local permits and landowner agreement, making it a worthwhile destination for anglers seeking quieter waters away from heavily pressured venues.
The statutory close season on De Lank River runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on De Lank River 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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De Lank River holds brown trout, sea trout, roach, dace, chub, eels.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish De Lank River. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish De Lank River, 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 De Lank River.
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 De Lank River.
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