Near Dobwalls, south east Cornwall to East Looe River in the tidal harbour at Looe

Fly Fishing on the River West Looe River

1 beat on the West Looe River sell access by the day.

Where the West Looe River runs

The river's course with every beat and fishery we list on it. Tap a marker for a quick read on price.

Fishing Beats on the West Looe River

1 beat available

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

West Looe River

West Looe River, Herodsfoot

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Clubs and syndicates on the West Looe River

1 club

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

Club · Cornwall

Liskeard & District Angling Club

£117.50/yr 5 stretches

About the River West Looe River

River West Looe River at a glance

Source: Near Dobwalls, south east Cornwall
Mouth: East Looe River in the tidal harbour at Looe
Country: United Kingdom

Fish species

Anglers on the West Looe River can target sea trout and salmon. Brown trout dominate most beats here; grayling, sea trout, and salmon appear on certain rivers and seasons.

Salmon

Sea Trout

The West Looe River is the western of the two rivers that meet at Looe in south east Cornwall. It starts near Dobwalls and is tidal as far as Watergate. It meets the East Looe River in the tidal harbour and estuary at Looe, which opens to the English Channel.

Liskeard and District Angling Club holds water on the West Looe, and the club fishes its rivers mainly for salmon and sea trout. Under Environment Agency rules any salmon caught in the Looe rivers must be returned.

Check the details for the stretch you plan to fish.

FAQ

West Looe River FAQs

Common questions about fishing the West Looe River, from day tickets and seasons to what to expect on the bank.

01Can I fish the West Looe River?

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 West Looe River, and each beat page shows who runs the water and how to book.

02How much does it cost to fish the West Looe River?

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 West Looe River?

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 West Looe River?

Beats on the West Looe River list sea trout, salmon. 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 West Looe River?

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.