River Ebble · Wiltshire
Longbridge Fishery
Club members only Up to 2 rods Season 1 Apr to 15 Oct
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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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Catch and release
Fish are returned to the water.
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Bank fishing only
You fish from the bank, with no wading.
About Longbridge Fishery
A two rod stretch of the Ebble just east of Broad Chalke, in one of south Wiltshire’s quieter valleys. Park at the roadside close to the bridge at the bottom of the beat and you will find the return books and disc board just inside the field gate.
The Ebble is one of the smaller tributaries of the Avon, joining it at Bodenham, and this is typical chalk stream habitat: clear water, clean gravels and waving beds of weed the fish disappear into. The beat holds a good head of wild trout and grayling, so catch and release is advised. Some surprisingly good fish are found at the top of the beat where the water is more varied and there are deeper pools.
The lower water is fringed with pollarded willow, which gives the angler some cover. This is light tackle water where observation and concealment decide the day rather than casting. Rainbow trout turn up occasionally, escapees from trout farms, and the club asks that these are removed if caught.
How you can fish here
- Methods
- Fly Only
- Fly methods
- Dry Fly, Nymph
- Banks
- Bank fishing only
How to book
Club and membership details
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Tuition · Beginners welcome · Day tickets · Membership
Club water. Fished by Salisbury & District Angling Club members.
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Fishing details
- Rods
- Up to 2
- Difficulty
- Expert (4/5)
- Water type
- Chalk stream
Stocking and fish species
Rules and policies
Catch & release
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required
Season: 1 Apr to 15 Oct
Fishing rules for Longbridge Fishery
Two rods. Return books and disc board just inside the field gate at the bottom of the beat. Catch and release advised. The club asks that any rainbow trout, which are escapees from trout farms, are removed if caught.
Where you'll fish
Location
The beat's boundary, with parking where we have it.
51.03071, -1.93514
Conditions on the River Ebble
The river
The River Ebble is the smallest of the four chalk streams that meet the Hampshire Avon around Salisbury, and it is often held to be the purest of them. It rises at Ebbesbourne Wake at the head of the…
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Expected in November on the River Ebble
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FAQ
Longbridge Fishery FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Longbridge Fishery, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Longbridge Fishery at any one time?
Longbridge Fishery allows a maximum of 2 rods at any one time.
02What species can I expect to catch on Longbridge Fishery?
Longbridge Fishery 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?
Longbridge Fishery is bank-fishing only — no wading is permitted.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
No ghillie service is listed for Longbridge Fishery — 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?
At the roadside close to the bridge at the bottom of the beat, just east of Broad Chalke. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.
06What tackle should I bring?
Longbridge Fishery permits the following fly methods: dry_fly, nymph. The fly recommendations section on the Longbridge Fishery 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 Longbridge Fishery — 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 Longbridge Fishery. 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 Ebble.
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