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River Balder · County Durham

East Briscoe Farm Cottages

£5 today Up to 1 rods

  • Passport scheme

    Check the booking details below before you travel.

  • Catch and release

    Fish are returned to the water.

  • 0.31 miles of fishing

    On the River Balder.

About East Briscoe Farm Cottages

East Briscoe Farm Cottages is about 500 metres of wild water on the River Balder, with brown trout, grayling and the rare chance of a salmon. The stretch runs strictly from below the cottage for 500 metres downstream on the right bank. The Passport calls the Balder an incredibly wild and almost prehistoric river, full of character, with virgin water that is mostly heavily tree lined with rocky scars and boulders, and a challenging mix of pocket water and small deep pools.

How you can fish here

Wading
Wading allowed

Pricing and season

Indicative prices. They don't show whether a day is still free and other rates may apply, so confirm availability and the final price with whoever you book through before you travel.

Tickets

All species day ticket (in season) Day ticket · 1 Jan to 31 Dec
£5 per day

Day tickets and booking

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Day rate, hover a day for the ticket

Fishing details

Rods
Up to 1
Length
0.31 miles
Water type
Tributary

Stocking and fish species

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Grayling
Grayling
Salmon
Salmon

Rules and policies

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

Fishing rules for East Briscoe Farm Cottages

Catch and release for all species. No dogs. The beat operates a wash-off policy. National byelaws apply. Season dates: salmon 1 February to 30 October; sea trout 3 April to 30 October; trout 22 March to 30 September; grayling 16 June to 14 March. The water is strictly from below the cottage for 500 metres downstream on the right bank.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

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

Conditions on the River Balder

The river

County Durham

River Balder

The River Balder rises on Stainmore Common in the Pennines and runs about 14.5 miles east to join the River Tees at Cotherstone. For its first 2.5 miles it is Balder Beck, and the River Balder proper…

View the River Balder guide

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FAQ

East Briscoe Farm Cottages FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing East Briscoe Farm Cottages, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on East Briscoe Farm Cottages at any one time?
East Briscoe Farm Cottages allows a maximum of 1 rod at any one time.
02What species can I expect to catch on East Briscoe Farm Cottages?
East Briscoe Farm Cottages holds Brown Trout, Grayling, Salmon. 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 East Briscoe Farm Cottages, though bank fishing is also possible on most sections.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
No ghillie service is listed for East Briscoe Farm Cottages — 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 East Briscoe Farm Cottages 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 River Balder, a 9-foot 4- or 5-weight rod with a floating line is the standard setup. The fly recommendations section on the East Briscoe Farm Cottages 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 East Briscoe Farm Cottages — 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 East Briscoe Farm Cottages. 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 Balder.

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