The River Kird is a modest lowland river offering productive coarse fishing across its 15.7km length, particularly strong for bream, chub and pike. Despite poor water quality conditions, fish stocks remain in good health, making it an interesting prospect for anglers targeting larger species in quieter stretches. Access is available at several points along the river, though anglers should check local permit requirements and Environment Agency guidelines before fishing.
River Kird 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 Kird holds bream, chub, roach, rudd, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, eel, bleak.
Pike fishing is a highlight on River Kird — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish River Kird. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish River Kird, 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 Kird.
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 Kird.
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