Chalk Stream & Lake Fishing in Wiltshire.

Welcome to the Salisbury & District Angling Club – offering some of the finest fly-fishing and coarse fishing in the UK. Established in 1941, we are proud to share over 80 years of angling tradition on the legendary River Avon and its tributaries.

About Us

– Founded by six local anglers in 1941.
– Celebrated our 80th anniversary in 2021.
– Now a thriving community of around 2,000 members from across the world.
– A not-for-profit organisation focused on affordable fishing and conservation.

Fishing Opportunities.

We manage an impressive portfolio of rivers and lakes, providing:

– Fly-fishing for wild brown trout and grayling on the Avon, Wylye, Nadder, Ebble, and Bourne
– Rainbow trout fishing on small lakes
– Coarse fishing on the Avon, Nadder, and lakes at Petersfinger, Steeple Langford, and Wellow

Conservation & Community.

We are committed to protecting our waters and wildlife:

– Restoring habitats and reducing stocked fish.
– Supporting aquatic fly-life through our active entomology centre.
– Running local community initiatives.
– Managing our fisheries with care and sustainability in mind.

Membership

Membership is open to anyone aged 12 or over. We offer:

– Full Membership (Game or Coarse) – for those living within 14 miles of Salisbury Cathedral Spire.
– Associate Membership (Game or Coarse) – for those living outside this area (same benefits but without voting rights).
– Coarse Membership – Create a Clubmate profile to purchase membership CLICK HERE

⚠️ Please note: There is currently a waiting list for both Full and Associate Game Memberships.

Registration for Game Membership CLICK HERE to add your name to the waiting list.
Currently 2 to 3 years.

👉 Learn more and apply on our Join Us page.

Club Management.

The Club is proudly run by local anglers with:

– An elected management committee (every five years).
– A full-time general manager and three river keepers.
– Dedicated volunteer bailiffs, officers, and members.
Club Officers & Committee

Get Involved.

Would you like to help care for our rivers and lakes? Members are always welcome to volunteer their time and skills.
📩 Contact our office if you’d like to get involved.

✨ Join us and experience the magic of England’s chalk streams – where tradition, community, and world-class fishing come together.