Sanderson's Brook is a small, intimate stream ideal for targeting smaller species in a peaceful setting. The 5.6km watercourse offers classic brook fishing with good accessibility and a mix of pools and shallow runs. Anglers will find this a rewarding venue for honing techniques on native species in relatively unspoiled surroundings.
Anglers should note the close season on Sanderson's Brook: 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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Sanderson's Brook holds brown trout, grayling, minnow, bullhead, stone loach.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Sanderson's Brook. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Sanderson's Brook, 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 Sanderson's Brook.
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 Sanderson's Brook.
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