Escley Brook · Herefordshire

Escley Beat 1

Passport scheme

Passport scheme
Check the booking details below before you travel.
Catch and release
Fish are returned to the water.
1 mile of fishing
On the Escley Brook.

About Escley Beat 1

Escley Beat 1 is just under a mile on the Escley Brook, a high gradient, fast flowing upland trout stream that runs off the eastern edge of the Black Mountains into the Monnow at Longtown. The Passport describes a sequence of pools interspersed with fast shallow water over a largely bedrock bed, with a high number of trout and a high average size, and a decent mayfly hatch like the other Monnow streams. The many watergates can be tricky to negotiate, and studded soles on your waders are highly recommended. The Passport suggests a rod of six and a half to seven and a half feet rated 2 to 4 weight.

How you can fish here

Methods: Fly Only

How to book

Day tickets and booking

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The Fishing Passport Day tickets

Day tickets

Part of the Passport’s Wild Streams: book a day ahead online or by phone (bookings close at 6pm the day before), or fish it on a Wild Stream Season Permit, which for 2026 costs £100 for one rod or £140 for two.
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Fishing details

Length: 1 miles
Water type: Tributary

Stocking and fish species

Brown Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Escley Beat 1

Fly fishing only. Catch and release for all species. No dogs. National byelaws apply. Waders, nets and tackle must be sprayed with Virkon before and after fishing.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the Escley Brook.

Conditions on the Escley Brook

The river

Herefordshire

Escley Brook

Escley Brook is a high gradient, fast flowing upland stream that runs off the eastern edge of the Black Mountains and into the Monnow at Longtown, in the far south west of Herefordshire. The village…

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FAQ

Escley Beat 1 FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Escley Beat 1, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Escley Beat 1 at any one time?

The rod limit for Escley Beat 1 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 Escley Beat 1?

Escley Beat 1 holds Brown Trout. 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 Escley Beat 1 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 Escley Beat 1 — 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 Escley Beat 1 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?

Escley Beat 1 is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Escley Beat 1 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 Escley Beat 1 — 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 Escley Beat 1. 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 Escley Brook.