Colne Water · Lancashire

Colne Water, Colne

Passport scheme

Passport scheme
Check the booking details below before you travel.
Catch and release
Fish are returned to the water.
5 miles of fishing
On the Colne Water.

About Colne Water, Colne

Colne Water, Colne is five miles of Colne Water in Pendle, Lancashire, the longest stretch covered by the Angling Passport. It runs from the confluence of Wycoller Beck and the River Laneshaw at Laneshawbridge, all the way through Colne to Barrowford, where it joins Pendle Water. The water is made available by Colne Water Anglers. The banks are mixed and you can fish within the river.

How to book

Day tickets and booking

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Ribble Rivers Trust Day tickets

Day tickets

Colne Water Ticket, fly only on the ticket page (the beat sheet allows fly and worm). Ribble Rivers Trust Angling Passport token, bought online on the Trust’s ticket page. No price is published on the page. A token is valid for 14 days from purchase and can be used once. Catch and release.
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CW

Colne Water Angling Club

Membership

Colne Water Angling Club holds this water; the Ribble Rivers Trust sells day tickets on it through its Angling Passport.
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Membership details

Fishing details

Length: 5 miles
Water type: Tributary

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Colne Water, Colne

Fly and worm only. 100% catch and release. No fishing 1 October to 14 March inclusive. Catch and release only. A valid Environment Agency rod licence is required. Tickets must be bought before fishing. The number of rods per beat is limited to 1 for game fishing and 2 for coarse fishing. No dogs. Take litter home, close gates and use footpaths and stiles. Complete the online catch return after fishing. Check, Clean, Dry equipment between waters. National byelaws apply.

Where you'll fish

Location

The beat's boundary, with parking where we have it.

53.84705, -2.21580

Conditions on the Colne Water

The river

Lancashire

Colne Water

Colne Water is a short river in east Lancashire, about five miles long. It starts at Covey Bridge near Laneshaw Bridge, where the River Laneshaw and Wycoller Beck meet, and runs west through Colne,…

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FAQ

Colne Water, Colne FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Colne Water, Colne, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Colne Water, Colne at any one time?

The rod limit for Colne Water, Colne 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 Colne Water, Colne?

Colne Water, Colne on the Colne Water holds wild brown trout and, on many stretches, grayling — check the Fish Species section on the beat page for the confirmed list. 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 Colne Water, Colne 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 Colne Water, Colne — 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 Colne Water, Colne 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 Colne Water, a 9-foot 4- or 5-weight rod with a floating line is the standard setup. The fly recommendations section on the Colne Water, Colne 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 Colne Water, Colne — 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 Colne Water, Colne. 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 Colne Water.