River Allen · Dorset
Hemsworth Huts
From April · £532 1 to 2 rods Season 2 Apr to 30 Sept Verified
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Day tickets
Buy a ticket for a single day, with rates and dates further down.
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Catch and release
Fish are returned to the water.
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Wading required
Come with waders.
About Hemsworth Huts
Around half a mile of single-bank dry fly and nymph water on the River Allen, Hemsworth Huts sits within one of the most secluded chalk stream valleys in Dorset. The Allen rises as a winterbourne on the chalk downland of Cranborne Chase and flows southwards through Wimborne St Giles, and of all the English chalk streams it is one of the most private, with nearly its entire length under the ownership of just two large estates. The river here is narrow and intimate, with an abundance of macrophytes (principally common water-crowfoot (Ranunculus aquatilis)) supporting rich fly life and gin-clear water that rewards careful approach work. The beat is rated expert-level, suited to anglers comfortable with tight, overgrown banks and selective fish.
The Allen has a well-established reputation as an excellent fishery carrying good stocks of wild brown trout, alongside grayling and indigenous coarse fish. All fish are returned. The trout season opens in April with the grannom hatch dominating the early weeks; mayfly follows from late May into June, with summer bringing olives, sedges, ants and daddy long legs. Upstream dry fly is the primary method, with nymphing coming into its own through mid-summer and into the grayling months. One or two rods fish the beat; the season runs 1 April to 30 September.
The beat is booked as an overnight package covering both shepherd's huts, with car parking, a wood-fired hot tub, BBQ, fire pit and fishing hut on site. Pricing runs from £532 for a shoulder-season weekend (two nights, Friday to Sunday) to £801 for a peak midweek stay (three nights, Monday to Thursday). No wi-fi and limited mobile signal keep the focus where it belongs.
How you can fish here
- Methods
- Fly fishing
- Fly methods
- Dry Fly, Nymph
- Wading
- Wading required
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
- Shoulder (Huts 1&2, 2 nights Fri-Sun) Day ticket · 1 Apr to 30 Apr Also July 16-Sep 30. Includes unlimited fishing
- £532 per day
- Shoulder (Huts 1&2, 3 nights Mon-Thu) Day ticket · 1 Apr to 30 Apr Also July 16-Sep 30. Includes unlimited fishing
- £642 per day
- Peak (Huts 1&2, 2 nights Fri-Sun) Day ticket · 1 May to 15 Jul Includes unlimited fishing
- £726 per day
- Peak (Huts 1&2, 3 nights Mon-Thu) Day ticket · 1 May to 15 Jul Includes unlimited fishing
- £801 per day
Day tickets and booking
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Tuition · Guided days · Ghillie services · Beginners welcome
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How Hemsworth Huts compares on the River Allen
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Day tickets on the River Allen run from £75 to £726. The typical full-day rate is around £95, peaking in May.
Compare with other riversFishing details
- Rods
- 1 to 2
- Difficulty
- Legend (5/5)
- Length
- 0.44 miles
- Water type
- Chalk stream
Stocking and fish species
Rules and policies
Catch & release
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required
Season: 2 Apr to 30 Sept
Amenities
Shepherds huts accommodation Car parking Wood fired hot tub BBQ Fire pit fishing hut
Where you'll fish
Location
The beat's boundary, with parking where we have it.
50.84740, -2.01964
Conditions on the River Allen
The river
A Dorset chalk stream of 14 miles, the River Allen rises as a winterbourne on the chalk downland of Cranborne Chase near Monkton Up Wimborne and flows south through Wimborne St Giles, gathering the…
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Expected in November on the River Allen
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FAQ
Hemsworth Huts FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Hemsworth Huts, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Hemsworth Huts at any one time?
Hemsworth Huts allows a maximum of 2 rods at any one time.
02What species can I expect to catch on Hemsworth Huts?
Hemsworth Huts holds Brown Trout, Grayling. The water is unstocked, relying entirely on the wild population.
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
Wading is required on Hemsworth Huts; bring waders and ensure you're confident in the water.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
No ghillie service is listed for Hemsworth Huts — 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 Hemsworth Huts 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?
Hemsworth Huts permits the following fly methods: dry_fly, nymph. The fly recommendations section on the Hemsworth Huts 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 Hemsworth Huts — 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 Hemsworth Huts. 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 Allen.
Worth a read
£532 per rod
Out of season, from April
