The River Avon (Tetbury Branch) is a chalk stream tributary offering intimate fly-fishing opportunities through the Gloucestershire countryside. This 11.8km section provides classic chalk stream characteristics with clear water and stable flows, ideal for sight-fishing and technical angling. The riverbed comprises chalk and gravel substrates supporting healthy aquatic insect populations.
River Avon (Tetbury Branch) observes the standard close season: 15 March – 15 June (rivers). 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.
River Avon (Tetbury Branch) is a navigable waterway managed by Avon Navigation Trust covering Stratford-upon-Avon to Tewkesbury (joins River Severn). Rod licence required. Navigation Trust licence for boats. Most fishing bank-controlled by clubs including Stratford and District Angling Club. Good barbel, chub and bream river.
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 Avon (Tetbury Branch) holds brown trout, rainbow trout, grayling, dace, chub.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish River Avon (Tetbury Branch). Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
River Avon (Tetbury Branch) is a navigable waterway managed by Avon Navigation Trust (Stratford-upon-Avon to Tewkesbury (joins River Severn)).
Rod licence required. Navigation Trust licence for boats. Most fishing bank-controlled by clubs including Stratford and District Angling Club. Good barbel, chub and bream river.
Registration required: Avon Navigation Trust licence required.
Speed limit: 6mph.
To fish River Avon (Tetbury Branch), 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 Avon (Tetbury Branch).
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 Avon (Tetbury Branch).
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