The River Ise is a productive mixed fishery offering opportunities for both coarse and game fishing along its 44.9km length. Despite its poor water quality status, the river maintains good fish populations including healthy stocks of carp, barbel, and pike, making it an interesting destination for specimen hunters and general coarse anglers. Access is available at various points, though you should check with local fishing clubs and the Environment Agency regarding permits and any restrictions in place.
River Ise 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 Ise holds common carp, carp, barbel, bream, chub, roach, rudd, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, grayling, trout, salmon, eel, bleak, ruffe.
Carp are a popular target on River Ise — handle carefully with a landing net and unhooking mat, and return promptly.
Salmon fishing on River Ise 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 Ise 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 Ise. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish River Ise, 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 Ise.
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 Ise.
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