River Frome · Dorset
Tincleton
Club members only Up to 2 rods Season 1 Apr to 14 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 Tincleton
Around 1000 metres of the main Frome and 950 metres of a smaller carrier, bookable as a whole fishery so the two rods who have it get the lot to themselves for the day. Do not be put off by the trees and bushes just downstream of the bridge on the main river. Walk a hundred yards or two past them and the banks are clear all the way to the bottom boundary.
Wild brown trout and grayling are the main quarry and the fishing is strictly game only from 1 April to 14 October, traditional tackle and methods. Sea trout are known to be present along with the occasional salmon, though neither is often reported. The carrier is worth as much of your time as the main river.
From 15 October the beat turns over to grayling, and this is classic long trotting water through the winter with fish over 3lb caught every year. Booking through the club app is not optional during the game season: no booking, no access.
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)
- Water type
- Main river
Stocking and fish species
Rules and policies
Catch & release
EA rod licence required
Dogs allowed
Ghillie available
Ghillie required
Season: 1 Apr to 14 Oct
Fishing rules for Tincleton
Game fishing 1 April to 14 October, and the whole fishery must be booked through the Clubmate app before fishing. There is no access during the game season unless booked. Coarse fishing 15 October to 14 March. No spinners, spoons or devon minnows when lure fishing, to avoid hooking out-of-season salmon and sea trout. Maximum 2 rods. No dogs on any river section. Coarse guest tickets are not issued for this water.
Where you'll fish
Location
The beat's boundary, with parking where we have it.
50.72529, -2.31793 ///beans.bonnet.coconuts
Conditions on the River Frome
The river
England's most westerly major chalk stream, the River Frome rises from St John's Well in the village of Evershot and runs for 35 miles through the heart of Dorset. From Evershot it passes through…
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FAQ
Tincleton FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Tincleton, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Tincleton at any one time?
Tincleton allows a maximum of 2 rods at any one time.
02What species can I expect to catch on Tincleton?
Tincleton holds Brown Trout, Grayling, Sea Trout, Salmon. 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 Tincleton 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 Tincleton — 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 DT2 8QR. From the A35 at Clyffe Farm follow signs to Tincleton. At the junction of Dark Lane and Watery Lane turn left into Watery Lane, follow it across the first stretch of the Frome and park in the layby on the right at Woodsford Bridge. Access to the river is on foot. The precise access point is marked at ///beans.bonnet.coconuts on what3words. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.
06What tackle should I bring?
Tincleton permits the following fly methods: dry_fly, nymph. The fly recommendations section on the Tincleton 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 Tincleton — 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 Tincleton. 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 Frome.
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