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River Tees · County Durham

River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank

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About River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank

These are the Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts waters: two miles of the County Durham (left) bank of the River Tees between Blackwell Pumping Station and the mouth of the River Skerne. Darlington Anglers Club lists wild brown trout, grayling, dace, chub, barbel, pike and bream, with the occasional salmon and sea trout, and calls some of the pegs here the best performing on the Tees. The way in is by the track to Blackwell Pumping Station, from Oxney Flatts Farm or from the lay-bys on Croft Road, with parking at Oxney Flatts Farm and in those lay-bys.

How you can fish here

Methods
Any Method

How to book

Day tickets and booking

Fishing details

Water type
Main river

Stocking and fish species

Rules and policies

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

Fishing rules for River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank

A club membership card or day ticket and a current Environment Agency rod licence are needed. The club has a 100 percent catch and release policy on all of its Tees waters, so no fish can be killed or removed. All legitimate forms of fishing are allowed except where stated, with no more than two rods in use. No ground baiting or maggots on the river before 16 June. No spinning from 1 March to 15 June, except for salmon fishing. Close seasons: salmon 1 November to 31 January, sea trout 1 November to 2 April, trout 1 October to 21 March, coarse fish 15 March to 15 June. Visitors may not fish for salmon, and members fishing for salmon need a special permit and report any salmon caught to the secretary within 48 hours. Anglers use the recognised entry points, keep to footpaths, close gates and leave no litter, with no dogs.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

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

Conditions on the River Tees

The river

The River Tees rises on the eastern slope of Cross Fell in the North Pennines and runs about 85 miles to the North Sea. In its upper reaches it passes Cow Green Reservoir, Cauldron Snout and High…

View the River Tees guide

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FAQ

River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank at any one time?
The rod limit for River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank 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 River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank?
River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank holds Brown Trout, Grayling, 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 River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank 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 River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank — 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 River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank 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?
River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank is fished by any. The fly recommendations section on the River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank 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 River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank — 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 River Tees, Nag’s Head and Oxney Flatts, County Durham bank. 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 Tees.

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