River Dove · Staffordshire
Upper Dove, Leek and District Fly Fishing Association
Club members only
Club members only
Members can sign a guest in, so an introduction is the usual way on.
Double bank
You can fish from both banks.
3 miles of fishing
On the River Dove.
About Upper Dove, Leek and District Fly Fishing Association
This is the association’s water on the upper Dove, about three miles of double bank fishing between Ludwell, the bottom boundary, and Crowdecote, where the current fishing ends upstream. The river forms the boundary between Derbyshire and Staffordshire here, and the position shown is approximate.
The association describes the upper Dove as a smaller, narrower river than the stretch through Dovedale, with few other anglers and the Peak District wildlife for company. It holds brown trout, some of them sizeable, with the largest recent fish at 4lb. The fish are wary, so stealth and patience matter, and some anglers crawl along the bank to get into position. The association suggests a 7 to 8 foot rod, a 3 to 4 weight line and fine tippet that is not too fine.
This is members’ water, with a waiting list and no day tickets.
How you can fish here
- Banks
- Double bank
How to book
Club and membership details
- LD
Membership
Members fish on their membership. Joining is through a paid waiting list, three years long in 2026. A member can bring a guest on a guest ticket (£20 a day or £30 for two days), one per member per day and six a season.
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Fishing details
- Length
- 3 miles
- Water type
- Main river
Stocking and fish species
Rules and policies
Fishing rules for Upper Dove, Leek and District Fly Fishing Association
Members of Leek and District Fly Fishing Association and their guests only, with a valid rod licence. The club asks members to respect the water, the people who use it and the environment.
Where you'll fish
Location
Approximate locationExact location is hidden at the owner's request. This beat is on the River Dove.
Conditions on the River Dove
The river
Rising on Axe Edge Moor near Buxton, the River Dove runs for 45 miles south through the Peak District before meeting the River Trent at Newton Solney, from where its waters reach the North Sea via…
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FAQ
Upper Dove, Leek and District Fly Fishing Association FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Upper Dove, Leek and District Fly Fishing Association, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Upper Dove, Leek and District Fly Fishing Association at any one time?
02What species can I expect to catch on Upper Dove, Leek and District Fly Fishing Association?
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?
06What tackle should I bring?
07What happens if conditions are poor on the day I've booked?
08Are dogs allowed on the beat?
Worth a read
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