NOT AVAILABLE DURING THIS PERIOD OF HIGH WATER TEMERATURES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Date: 09/07/2025 This is a half mile stretch of the River Avon in Amesbury that is noted for its specimen Grayling fishing and is one of the few places on the Avon above Salisbury where Coarse fishing is permitted. The stretch is popular as a winter trotting venue where there is a real chance of catching a 2lb Grayling. Coarse fishing is available on both banks of the main river and the side stream. Although predominantly a Grayling and Brown Trout fishery there are also Dace and Roach present too. Season 16th June to 14th March inclusive. On booking you will receive an email invoice for the purchase with date of booking and a link to the fishery map. Season 16th June to 14th March Inclusive Coarse.-
Roach and Dace are the predominant species in this popular fishery with Grayling to be found in the shallower. faster stretches and Chub and occasional Bream possible in the slower reaches. By purchasing a Day Ticket you have agreed to abide by the rules, terms and conditions set out below in full description. -
Coarse Fishing Day Ticket - Hampshire Avon Downton. White Horse Fishery.
Approximately 1 mile of the Hampshire Avon downstream of Downton, this stretch consists of shallow glides and occasional deeper holes, it was famous for big bags of Avon roach in the days of Capt Parker. Nowadays the main species are chub that go to well over 5lb, dace, roach, perch, pike, barbel, eels. A typical stretch of the middle Avon, it is challenging at times, but there are rewards for those willing to give it a go. All sorts of tactics work, but trotting and ledgering with large baits will help avoid the minnows that proliferate along the stretch. Access is from Green Lane at the top of the fishery or South lane to enter mid-way down, there is plenty of on road parking around Downton. Fishing times are dawn to dusk. By purchasing a Day Ticket you have agreed to abide by the terms and conditions set out below. Conditions of Use- Coarse fishing season 16th June to 14th March inclusive.
- Fishing from Dawn to Dusk.
- All Coarse fish to be returned, no Grayling in keepnets before 1st October.
- Be in possession of and an Environment Agency Rod Licence. Available here:
- Obey local byelaws; www.gov.uk/freshwater-rod-fishing-rules
- Keep strictly within Club boundaries.
- Leave no litter. Close all gates and only use the designated access points.