Fly Fishing on the River Balder
3 beats Day rod £5–£10
A typical day is £5
From £5 to £10, across 3 beats with published day rates.
3 species listed
Anglers here can target brown trout, grayling and salmon.
About the River Balder
The River Balder rises on Stainmore Common in the Pennines and runs about 14.5 miles east to join the River Tees at Cotherstone. For its first 2.5 miles it is Balder Beck, and the River Balder proper begins where it meets Black Beck. It then runs through three reservoirs in Baldersdale: Balderhead, Blackton and Hury. Until 1974 it was in the North Riding of Yorkshire, and it is now in County Durham.
Below the reservoirs the river twists through wooded ground, with rocky scars and boulders and many trees overhanging the water. It passes under the old railway viaduct before reaching the Tees.
The lower Balder holds wild brown trout and grayling, with the occasional salmon. It is small, shaded water that suits light rods and short casts, and it can rise quickly after rain.
Check the details for the stretch you plan to fish.
Where the River Balder runs
The river's course with every beat and fishery we list on it. Click a marker to read about that water.
Fishing Beats on the River Balder
Browse all 3 beatsBrowse day tickets, syndicate rods, and permit fishing on the River Balder. Each beat listing includes pricing, species, and booking details.
Fish species
Anglers on the River Balder can target brown trout, grayling and salmon. Brown trout dominate most beats here; grayling, sea trout, and salmon appear on certain rivers and seasons.
River Balder at a glance
- Length
- 14.5 miles
- Source
- Stainmore Common, Pennines
- Mouth
- River Tees at Cotherstone
- Tributary of
- River Tees
- Country
- United Kingdom
FAQ
River Balder FAQs
Common questions about fishing the River Balder, from day tickets and seasons to what to expect on the bank.
01Can I fish the River Balder?
02How much does it cost to fish the River Balder?
03When is the fishing season on the River Balder?
04What fish can I catch in the River Balder?
05Do I need a licence to fish the River Balder?
Worth a read
£5 typical day
Day rods from £5 to £10
