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River Coln · The Bull Hotel, Fairford

Bull Hotel River Coln

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Bull Hotel River Coln is a fishing beat on the River Coln at The Bull Hotel, Fairford. Day tickets from £45.

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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 ticketHalf day, April to October
1 Apr – 31 Oct
£45
per ½ day
From £45 a session, 8am to 1pm or 2pm to dusk.
Day ticketWinter grayling
1 Nov – 31 Mar
£50
per day
Full day, November to March.
Day ticketFull day, April to October
1 Apr – 31 Oct
£75
per day
From £75, 8am to dusk.

Fishing details

Bull Hotel River Coln at a glance

Rods
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Difficulty
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Length
1.25 miles
Water type
main river

Fishing methods

Fly Only

Fly methods

Dry Fly Nymph
Wading allowed
Bank fishing only
Double bank

The Bull Hotel’s water on the River Coln at Fairford runs for about a mile and a quarter downstream from the main road bridge in the middle of the town. It holds wild brown trout and grayling, and the river changes all the way down, from fast, shallow gravelly runs to deeper slow pools.

The top of the beat is an island, reached over a footbridge in White Hart Court, across the road from the back of the hotel. Its lower end is wooded and easiest to fish by wading, and houses back onto the river here, so wade on the far side when you are in front of their gardens. The main beat picks up just above Dilly’s Bridge, at the bottom of the island, and runs for about another mile down the left bank to a second footbridge. No fishing upstream of Tap Cottage.

It is fly only, dry fly or nymph with one dropper, barbless hooks and catch and release. A footpath follows the whole beat, so watch your back cast for walkers and dogs. Bailiffs may ask to see your permit. For 2026 a half day is from £45 and a full day from £75 between April and October, and a winter grayling day is £50.

Stocking and fish species

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Grayling
Grayling

Rules and policies

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

Fishing rules for Bull Hotel River Coln

Environment Agency rod licence and a Bull Hotel permit. Fly only, dry fly or nymph, one dropper. No lures, fly spoons, fly jigs, spinners or bait. Barbless hooks. All fish returned. Knotless landing nets only. Wading at your own risk; wade on the far side in front of the houses. No fishing upstream of Tap Cottage.

Where Bull Hotel River Coln is

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the River Coln at The Bull Hotel, Fairford.

Approximate location

The fishery and river

Fishery

River Coln

The Bull Hotel, Fairford

from £45 per half day 1 beat

River

Gloucestershire

River Coln

The River Coln rises north of Brockhampton, east of Cheltenham, and runs south and south-east through the Cotswold Hills, past Andoversford, Withington, Fossebridge, Bibury, Coln St Aldwyns, Quenington and Fairford. Between Withington and Fossebridge it passes Chedworth Roman Villa, and below Fairford it feeds the…

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FAQ

Bull Hotel River Coln FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Bull Hotel River Coln, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Bull Hotel River Coln at any one time?
The rod limit for Bull Hotel River Coln is listed on the beat page — check before booking, as limits vary by season and fishery preference. Contact The Bull Hotel, Fairford directly if you need to confirm current availability.
02What species can I expect to catch on Bull Hotel River Coln?
Bull Hotel River Coln holds Brown Trout, Grayling. The water is unstocked, relying entirely on the wild population.
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
Wading is permitted on Bull Hotel River Coln, though bank fishing is also possible on most sections.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
A ghillie is available on Bull Hotel River Coln and can be requested through the provider — particularly useful for first-time visitors to the River Coln.
05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?
No dedicated parking. Use the on-street parking in the Market Place and High Street; some is time limited, and there is no parking in the Market Place on Wednesdays. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.
06What tackle should I bring?
Bull Hotel River Coln permits the following fly methods: dry_fly, nymph. The fly recommendations section on the Bull Hotel River Coln 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 Bull Hotel River Coln at The Bull Hotel, Fairford — 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 Bull Hotel River Coln. 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 Coln.

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