Hen Brook is an 8.3km river offering mixed coarse fishing opportunities across its moderate-quality waters. The diverse species population makes it suitable for all-round anglers seeking variety, with good stocks of bream, pike, and perch providing rewarding sessions throughout the year.
Hen Brook observes the standard close season: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Always check local byelaws before your visit. A rod licence alone does not grant access — most stretches require club membership or a day ticket in addition.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Hen Brook holds bream, chub, roach, rudd, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, eel, bleak.
Pike fishing is a highlight on Hen Brook — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Hen Brook. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Hen 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 Hen 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 Hen Brook.
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