The River Redlake is a modest game fishing river offering a mixed fishery for grayling, trout, and salmon across its 21.8km length. Despite its relatively compact size, the river attracts dedicated anglers seeking both resident brown trout and seasonal salmon runs, with grayling providing excellent sport during winter months. Access is typically via local riparian landowner permission or rod licenses through regional angling associations, so checking permit requirements before visiting is essential.
The statutory close season on River Redlake runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on River Redlake are typically held by local angling clubs — check with the relevant club or day ticket provider before visiting.
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 Redlake holds grayling, trout, salmon, eel.
Salmon fishing on River Redlake 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 Redlake 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 Redlake. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish River Redlake, 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 Redlake.
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 Redlake.
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