The River Avan is a productive mixed fishery offering excellent opportunities for both coarse and game anglers throughout its 21km length. The river holds a strong population of silver fish including roach, rudd, and bream, alongside predatory species such as pike and perch, with the upper reaches providing good trout and grayling fishing. Access is generally available through local fishing clubs and permits, though anglers should check with riparian owners and the Environment Agency for specific stretches.
Anglers should note the close season on River Avan: 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 Avan holds common carp, carp, barbel, bream, chub, roach, rudd, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, grayling, trout, salmon, eel.
Carp are a popular target on River Avan — handle carefully with a landing net and unhooking mat, and return promptly.
Salmon fishing on River Avan 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 Avan 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 Avan. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish River Avan, 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 Avan.
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 Avan.
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