Hampshire Avon · Hampshire
Ibsley Stream
Club members only Up to 2 rods
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Club members only
Members can sign a guest in, so an introduction is the usual way on.
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Adventurer level
Rated 3 out of 5 for difficulty.
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0.5 miles of fishing
On the Hampshire Avon.
About Ibsley Stream
A very attractive side stream running about half a mile as an offshoot of the Hampshire Avon. It is shallow and weedy through the summer, and comes into its own when the cold weather arrives and the main river rises, because fish drop into it looking for shelter out of the heavy flow.
It is worth being straight about what this water is at the moment. It was originally a trout stream and the club stocked it with brown trout for years, but without enough control over the flow levels that stocking has been suspended, and coarse angling is now allowed through the traditional coarse season. The club still lists it among its game fisheries.
Dace, chub and roach dominate, with the occasional trout and grayling, and perch, pike and barbel free to move in from the main river. Anglers report excellent sport, and it remains one of the prettiest bits of water the club holds.
How you can fish here
- Methods
- Fly Only
- Fly methods
- Dry Fly, Nymph
How to book
Club and membership details
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Tuition · Beginners welcome · Membership
Club water. Fished by Christchurch Angling Club members.
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Fishing details
- Rods
- Up to 2
- Difficulty
- Adventurer (3/5)
- Length
- 0.5 miles
- 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 Ibsley Stream
Maximum 2 rods. No spinners, spoons or devon minnows when lure fishing for coarse fish or pike, to avoid hooking out-of-season salmon and sea trout. No dogs on any river section. Brown trout stocking is currently suspended and coarse angling is permitted through the traditional coarse season.
Where you'll fish
Location
The beat's boundary, with parking where we have it.
50.88518, -1.78808 ///kingpin.minds.yelled
Conditions on the Hampshire Avon
The river
Formed by two headwaters rising in the Vale of Pewsey, the Hampshire Avon merges near Upavon and flows south for 60 miles across Salisbury Plain, passing through Durrington, Amesbury and Salisbury…
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FAQ
Ibsley Stream FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Ibsley Stream, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Ibsley Stream at any one time?
Ibsley Stream allows a maximum of 2 rods at any one time.
02What species can I expect to catch on Ibsley Stream?
Ibsley Stream 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 arrangements for Ibsley Stream 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 Ibsley Stream — 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?
Nearest postcode BH24 3PP. The precise access point is marked at ///kingpin.minds.yelled on what3words. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.
06What tackle should I bring?
Ibsley Stream permits the following fly methods: dry_fly, nymph. The fly recommendations section on the Ibsley Stream 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 Ibsley Stream — 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 Ibsley Stream. 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 Hampshire Avon.
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