2 species listed
Anglers here can target brown trout and grayling.
1 tributary feed it
Each has its own page, with beats where we list them.
About the River Dore
The River Dore rises on Cusop Hill, in the foothills of the Black Mountains close to the border with Wales. It runs about 12 miles through Dorstone, Peterchurch, Vowchurch, Abbey Dore and Pontrilas before it joins the Monnow near Llangua. The Golden Valley takes its name from the river, by way of a mix up between the Welsh word for water, dŵr, and the Norman French d’or, meaning golden.
The Dore is a small river, and it is noted for its trout and grayling. Grayling usually start to show in catch returns from mid July, and there are some deceptively deep pools along it.
The Wye and Usk Foundation’s Fishing Passport has fly only, catch and release beats on the Dore, at Abbey Dore and at Chanstone Court. Other stretches are held by their riverside owners.
Check the details for the stretch you plan to fish.
Where the River Dore 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 Dore
Browse all 2 beatsBrowse day tickets, syndicate rods, and permit fishing on the River Dore. Each beat listing includes pricing, species, and booking details.
Fish species
Anglers on the River Dore can target brown trout and grayling. Brown trout dominate most beats here; grayling, sea trout, and salmon appear on certain rivers and seasons.
River Dore at a glance
- Length
- 12 miles
- Source
- Cusop Hill, in the foothills of the Black Mountains
- Mouth
- River Monnow near Llangua
- Tributary of
- River Monnow
- Country
- United Kingdom
Tributaries
Rivers that feed the River Dore.
FAQ
River Dore FAQs
Common questions about fishing the River Dore, from day tickets and seasons to what to expect on the bank.
01Can I fish the River Dore?
02How much does it cost to fish the River Dore?
03When is the fishing season on the River Dore?
04What fish can I catch in the River Dore?
05Do I need a licence to fish the River Dore?
Worth a read
2 bookable beats
On the River Dore
