The River Gaur is a modest 6.1km watercourse offering intimate stream fishing in its upper reaches with a mix of slow pools and faster runs. This small river provides a quiet, peaceful angling experience suitable for those seeking solitude and traditional fly and small lure techniques. The character is typically that of a lowland chalk or limestone stream with good habitat diversity.
Anglers should note the close season on River Gaur: 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 Gaur holds brown trout, grayling, dace, roach, chub.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish River Gaur. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
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To fish River Gaur, 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 Gaur.
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 Gaur.
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