Gauze Brook is an 11.7km river offering mixed fishing opportunities with a good variety of coarse and game fish species. The brook provides classic small river fishing with decent populations of chub and roach throughout its length, while trout can be found in clearer sections. Eel populations add further interest for specialist anglers seeking diverse catches.
Anglers should note the close season on Gauze Brook: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Club membership or day ticket access is required in addition to your EA rod licence on most stretches.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Gauze Brook holds chub, roach, dace, trout, eel.
Trout fishing on Gauze Brook 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 Gauze Brook. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Gauze Brook, 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 Gauze Brook.
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 Gauze Brook.
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