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River East Allen

Studdon Bridge Beat

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Studdon Bridge Beat is a fishing beat on the River East Allen. Day tickets from £10.

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Pricing and season

Indicative prices only. This calendar does not show whether a beat is bookable or already booked out, and other prices may apply. Always confirm availability and the final price with the booking provider before you travel.

Price calendar

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Day ticketDay permit
1 Feb – 31 Oct
£10
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The 2025 price on the club’s site. One day permit covers the whole river and Coatenhill. Day permits are sold at Allendale Post Office and at the lodge at Coatenhill.

How Studdon Bridge Beat compares on the River East Allen

Typical, lowest and highest full-day rod, from 7 beats with published day rates

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typical (median) cheapest to dearest beat this beat

Day tickets on the River East Allen run from £10 to £10. The typical full-day rate is around £10, peaking in February.

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Fishing details

Studdon Bridge Beat at a glance

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Fishing methods

Wading allowed
Bank fishing only
Double bank

Beat 2 of the Allen Valley Angling and Conservation water is the Studdon Bridge beat on the River East Allen. You reach it down the track from Studdondene, or along the footpath through Peckriding Farm. The club’s beat maps show the boundaries and the recommended parking. Fishing is mainly for wild brown trout, with a few sea trout and the odd salmon, and every fish is returned.

Stocking and fish species

Rules and policies

Catch & release
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Studdon Bridge Beat

All fish caught must be returned unharmed. Barbless hooks. On the river, fishing is by fly or spinner, or by worm after 15 June. Fishing is allowed for trout between 22 March and 30 September, for salmon between 1 February and 31 October and for sea trout between 3 April and 31 October. You need an Environment Agency rod licence as well as the AVAC permit, and members must send in a catch return. No fires, no open gates, no dogs at the waterside, and no trespassing on neighbouring fisheries. Park with consideration and keep clear of farm gateways; the beat maps show the recommended parking.

Where Studdon Bridge Beat is

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the River East Allen.

Approximate location

The river

River

The River East Allen is a Pennine stream in Northumberland, about 14 miles long. It rises near Allenheads, runs north through Allendale past Allendale Town, and meets the River West Allen at a place called Water Meetings, just south of Cupola Bridge. From there the two make the River Allen, which joins the South Tyne.…

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FAQ

Studdon Bridge Beat FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Studdon Bridge Beat, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Studdon Bridge Beat at any one time?
The rod limit for Studdon Bridge Beat is listed on the beat page — check before booking, as limits vary by season and fishery preference.
02What species can I expect to catch on Studdon Bridge Beat?
Studdon Bridge Beat holds Brown Trout, Sea Trout, Salmon. The water is unstocked, relying entirely on the wild population.
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
Wading arrangements for Studdon Bridge Beat are listed on the beat page — contact the provider if you need to confirm before arriving.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
No ghillie service is listed for Studdon Bridge Beat — contact the provider directly if you'd like informal guidance on your first visit.
05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?
Parking details for Studdon Bridge Beat are shown on the beat page, including a map pin where one is provided. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.
06What tackle should I bring?
For most chalk stream beats on the River East Allen, a 9-foot 4- or 5-weight rod with a floating line is the standard setup. The fly recommendations section on the Studdon Bridge Beat page suggests the most effective patterns month by month.
07What happens if conditions are poor on the day I've booked?
River conditions can change quickly, especially after rain. Contact the provider as early as possible if you're concerned about Studdon Bridge Beat — many are happy to offer an alternative date if the river is unfishable. Cancellation and rescheduling policies vary by provider; check the notes on the booking page or ask when you book.
08Are dogs allowed on the beat?
Dogs are not listed as permitted on Studdon Bridge Beat. Check the Beat Rules section on the page or contact the provider before bringing a dog, as policies can vary by season and stretch of the River East Allen.

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