Holly Brook is a small, intimate 10.4km river offering traditional freshwater fishing in a rural setting. The clear, shallow waters provide good visibility for spotting trout and are ideal for fly fishing and small-scale angling. This modest watercourse delivers a peaceful fishing experience with healthy populations of resident trout and eel.
The statutory close season on Holly Brook runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Holly Brook 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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Holly Brook holds trout, eel.
Trout fishing on Holly 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 Holly Brook. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Holly 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 Holly 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 Holly Brook.
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