Chilbolton Fishing Beat

Nestled adjacent to the picturesque Chilbolton Common, this private and highly secluded 280-metre stretch of the main River Test offers an idyllic retreat for the dedicated fly fisher. Accessed via a scenic 800-metre walk across the historic common, anglers are rewarded with a profoundly tranquil and undisturbed chalk stream environment far from the beaten path. The beat boasts beautifully varied water, flowing around two distinct mid-stream islands that create excellent lies for cruising fish. Following extensive, expert bank restorations by the Wessex Rivers Trust in the winter of 2021, the beat now features improved angler access and a beautifully sinuous river profile, maximizing the natural holding water. Beyond the exceptional fishing, the stretch is perfectly set up for a full day on the water, complete with a comfortable rustic fishing hut, strategically placed seats, casting jetties, and a neatly mowed socialising area for riverside dining.