River Wylye · Wiltshire
Sutton Veny Fishery
Club members only Up to 9 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 Sutton Veny Fishery
Dry fly and nymph water on the upper Wylye near Warminster, and a premium wild fishery with good stocks of trout and grayling. Three beats share room for nine rods between them.
Woodlands has faster gravelly water, some deeper slower runs and a hatch pool. The Gauging Station beat winds more slowly through mature meadows. The top beat has the use of a fishing hut and is very quiet and private. On Woodlands the banks are uneven in places and tree cover makes the casting harder, so it is worth knowing which beat you have drawn.
The owner manages the fishery for its natural character, wildlife and wild fish stocks, and the club shares those aims, so the banks are kept to a reasonable standard rather than mown flat. No wading is permitted, though a foot in the margin to net or release a fish is fine. There is good fly life throughout and a visit at mayfly time is well worth arranging.
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 9
- Difficulty
- Adventurer (3/5)
- 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 Sutton Veny Fishery
Dry fly and nymph. Three beats with room for 9 rods in total. No wading, though a foot in the margin to net or release a fish is allowed.
Amenities
fishing hut
Where you'll fish
Location
The beat's boundary, with parking where we have it.
51.18382, -2.13042
Conditions on the River Wylye
The river
A chalk stream tributary of the Hampshire Avon, River Wylye rises at White Sheet Bottom near the Deverills in Wiltshire and runs for 27 miles north through the Deverill villages towards Warminster,…
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FAQ
Sutton Veny Fishery FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Sutton Veny Fishery, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Sutton Veny Fishery at any one time?
Sutton Veny Fishery allows a maximum of 9 rods at any one time.
02What species can I expect to catch on Sutton Veny Fishery?
Sutton Veny 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?
Sutton Veny Fishery is bank-fishing only — no wading is permitted.
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
No ghillie service is listed for Sutton Veny 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?
Club parking at the fishery, near Warminster. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.
06What tackle should I bring?
Sutton Veny Fishery permits the following fly methods: dry_fly, nymph. The fly recommendations section on the Sutton Veny 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 Sutton Veny 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 Sutton Veny 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 Wylye.
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