The River Tone is a productive 5km coarse and game fishery holding carp, barbel, bream, chub, pike, trout and salmon amongst other species, with moderate water quality offering year-round opportunities. Fishing rights are predominantly club or private, requiring an Environment Agency rod licence for all anglers.
The statutory close season on River Tone runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on River Tone 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 Tone holds common carp, carp, crucian carp, barbel, bream, chub, roach, rudd, tench, dace, perch, pike, zander, gudgeon, grayling, trout, salmon, eel, bleak, ruffe.
Carp are a popular target on River Tone — handle carefully with a landing net and unhooking mat, and return promptly.
Salmon fishing on River Tone 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 Tone 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 Tone. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
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To fish River Tone, 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 Tone.
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 Tone.
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