The River Erme is a modest Devon waterway offering mixed coarse and game fishing opportunities across its 21km length. With poor water quality status, fishing conditions can be challenging and variable, though the river still holds populations of carp, barbel, pike and trout for persistent anglers. Access is typically via riparian permissions and local angling club memberships; check with the Environment Agency for any byelaws or restrictions before visiting.
River Erme 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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River Erme holds common carp, carp, barbel, bream, chub, roach, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, trout, salmon, eel, bleak.
Carp are a popular target on River Erme — handle carefully with a landing net and unhooking mat, and return promptly.
Salmon fishing on River Erme 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 Erme 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 Erme. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish River Erme, 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 Erme.
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 Erme.
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