Hampshire Avon · Wiltshire
Stonehenge Fishery
Club members only Up to 4 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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Adventurer level
Rated 3 out of 5 for difficulty.
About Stonehenge Fishery
Six hundred metres of wild, unstocked Avon with a car park right on the river, which is rarer than it sounds on this valley. Four members may fish it at a time. The bottom 200 metres is bank fishing; above that you can wade, and under normal conditions the water runs from knee to waist deep.
It is close to Durrington but does not feel it. The setting is rural and quiet, and it is one of very few club fisheries where a non-fishing guest is welcome, so it works for a day when someone is coming along to walk rather than cast.
There is a good head of trout and grayling. In 2014 over 600 fish were recorded from only 287 visits, which gives a fair idea of the stock density for a river with no stocking at all. Riverfly monitoring is carried out here and olives, mayflies and cased caddis are all abundant. The Durrington fishery is less than half a mile away.
How you can fish here
- Methods
- Fly Only
- Fly methods
- Dry Fly, Nymph
- Wading
- Wading allowed (moderate)
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 4
- Difficulty
- Adventurer (3/5)
- Length
- 0.37 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: 1 Apr to 15 Oct
Fishing rules for Stonehenge Fishery
Four members at a time. Members may bring one non-fishing guest, which is unusual on the club’s game water. Wading permitted above the bottom 200 metres.
Where you'll fish
Location
The beat's boundary, with parking where we have it.
51.18884, -1.76887
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
Stonehenge Fishery FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Stonehenge Fishery, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Stonehenge Fishery at any one time?
Stonehenge Fishery allows a maximum of 4 rods at any one time.
02What species can I expect to catch on Stonehenge Fishery?
Stonehenge 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?
Wading is permitted on Stonehenge Fishery and rated moderate difficulty, though bank fishing is also possible on most sections.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
No ghillie service is listed for Stonehenge 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?
Car park adjacent to the river. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.
06What tackle should I bring?
Stonehenge Fishery permits the following fly methods: dry_fly, nymph. The fly recommendations section on the Stonehenge 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 Stonehenge 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 Stonehenge 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 Hampshire Avon.
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