Fly Fishing on the Clough Brook

1 beat

1 species listed

Anglers here can target brown trout.
1 club or syndicate

Membership water on the Clough Brook, some with day tickets alongside.

About the Clough Brook

Clough Brook is a small stream in the east of Cheshire, on the edge of the Peak District. It runs south west down its valley through the village of Wildboarclough, and joins the River Dane close to the Cheshire and Staffordshire border. One account of the village name says it comes from the way the brook rises after heavy rain.

Where the Clough Brook runs

The river's course with every beat and fishery we list on it. Click a marker to read about that water.

Clough Brook at a glance

Source: Above Wildboarclough, Cheshire
Mouth: River Dane
Tributary of: River Dane
Country: United Kingdom

Conditions now

Fish species

Anglers on the Clough Brook can target brown trout. Brown trout dominate most beats here; grayling, sea trout, and salmon appear on certain rivers and seasons.

Brown Trout

Fishing Beats on the Clough Brook

Browse all 1 beat

Browse day tickets, syndicate rods, and permit fishing on the Clough Brook. Each beat listing includes pricing, species, and booking details.

Clough Brook

Clough Brook, Wildboarclough

On enquiry

Clubs and syndicates on the Clough Brook

1 club

Membership bodies holding water on the Clough Brook. Some sell day tickets alongside membership, others are open to members only, and a few run a waiting list.

Club · Cheshire

Macclesfield Flyfishers Club

£235/yr 5 stretches

FAQ

Clough Brook FAQs

Common questions about fishing the Clough Brook, from day tickets and seasons to what to expect on the bank.

01Can I fish the Clough Brook?

Much of the water is privately managed, but plenty of it is open to visiting anglers through day tickets, syndicate places, and club memberships. FishingBeats lists 1 beat on the Clough Brook, and each beat page shows who runs the water and how to book.

02How much does it cost to fish the Clough Brook?

Prices vary by beat, season, and how many rods share the water. Whatever you book, an Environment Agency rod licence is needed on top of the ticket.

03When is the fishing season on the Clough Brook?

The statutory trout season varies by region: on the Hampshire chalk streams such as the Test and Itchen it runs 3 April to 31 October, while rivers in the Thames catchment, including the Kennet, close on 30 September. Many fisheries set shorter dates of their own within that window, and grayling fishing carries on through the winter on many beats. Check the permit dates on each beat page before you book.

04What fish can I catch in the Clough Brook?

Beats on the Clough Brook list brown trout. The mix varies from beat to beat, so check the species on the page for the water you want to fish.

05Do I need a licence to fish the Clough Brook?

Yes. Anyone aged 13 or over fishing for trout, salmon, or coarse fish in England needs a valid Environment Agency rod licence, bought online in daily, weekly, or annual form. It's separate from the beat ticket or syndicate fee, so factor it in before you go.