The River Annas is a compact 12km watercourse offering excellent salmonid fishing opportunities. This productive river is well-known for its healthy populations of brown trout and Atlantic salmon, with seasonal runs providing exciting sport throughout the year. The intimate scale of the river makes it ideal for fly fishing and offers a rewarding experience for anglers seeking quality over distance.
Anglers should note the close season on River Annas: 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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River Annas holds trout, salmon, eel.
Salmon fishing on River Annas 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 River Annas 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 River Annas. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish River Annas, 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 River Annas.
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 River Annas.
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