River Wear · County Durham
River Wear, Chester-le-Street to Finchale Abbey
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About River Wear, Chester-le-Street to Finchale Abbey
This is the membership water of Chester-le-Street and District Angling Club on the River Wear, which the club calls the first non-tidal water on the river. It runs from the lower beats near Chester-le-Street through private estate waters up to Finchale Abbey. The club divides the water into bottom, middle and top beats and publishes a book of fishing maps to members, so the position shown is approximate.
The club says the beats are well placed to meet fresh run salmon and sea trout, and describes the fishing as salmon and trout. Full membership is limited to 230 and there is a waiting list. The 2026 fee for a new senior member is £160 plus a £50 joining fee. Park membership is £40.
How you can fish here
- Methods
- Any Method
How to book
Club and membership details
- CD
Day tickets · Membership
Full members fish on their membership. The club has a waiting list for full membership, and park and junior membership can be joined at any time.
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Fishing details
- Water type
- Main river
Stocking and fish species
Rules and policies
Fishing rules for River Wear, Chester-le-Street to Finchale Abbey
A current Environment Agency rod licence is needed. Full members follow the club’s 2026 rule book and submit a catch return by 30 November. Park membership has its own rules, set out in the club’s rule book for park members.
Where you'll fish
Location
Approximate locationExact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the River Wear.
Conditions on the River Wear
The river
The River Wear rises in the North Pennines and runs about 60 miles, mostly through County Durham, to the North Sea at Sunderland. Its source is traditionally held to be at Wearhead, where Burnhope…
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FAQ
River Wear, Chester-le-Street to Finchale Abbey FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing River Wear, Chester-le-Street to Finchale Abbey, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on River Wear, Chester-le-Street to Finchale Abbey at any one time?
02What species can I expect to catch on River Wear, Chester-le-Street to Finchale Abbey?
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?
06What tackle should I bring?
07What happens if conditions are poor on the day I've booked?
08Are dogs allowed on the beat?
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