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Limestone rivers of Derbyshire

RIVER DOVE

The River Dove is the principal river of the Peak District 40 miles in length. It rises on Axe Edge Moor near Buxton and flows generally south to its confluence with the River Trent at Newton Solney. From there, its waters reach the North Sea via the Humber Estuary. For most of its way it forms the boundary between the counties of Staffordshire and Derbyshire The river meanders past Longnor and Hartington and cuts through a set of stunning limestone gorges, Beresford Dale, Wolfscote Dale, Milldale and Dovedale.

 

COTTON’S FISHING TEMPLE since 2011

 

Trout fishing on this exceptional limestone river dates back to the 1600’s when Izaak Walton wrote The Compleat Angler with his friend Charles Cotton who built the Fishing Temple in 1671 that stands today and is our fishing cabin on this historic beat.

Set against the backdrop of Beresford Dale the river is dry fly fishing of the highest quality. The beat covers a huge variety of water with fast sections, long glides, tumbling weirs and deep pools. The trout and grayling are free rising to abundant hatches of Mayfly, Blue Winged Olives and a variety of sedges.

The river keeper, Stephen Moores, has been working on many improvements in the past three years and the fishery is flourishing under his care. Most days he will be on hand to greet you and show you the beat.

The beat may be fished from the bank or with some wading if preferred. It is suitable for one or two rods, or a party of three.

Difficulty Tranquilty Wading Optional Check
Map Video

No. RODS
1-3

 

COMPARE

dogs
No Dogs

Cabin rating
1 star

Rail Station12m

Acommodation 1.8m

Pub 1.8m

“The river was truly spectacular in parts.”   “We had a great days fishing.”    “Cottons famous Hut is wonderful, a joy in itself! Oh yes......the fishing was superb”

Aternatives to consider Ratings explained

April 1 – May 15

£75 per Rod

May 16 – June 15

£125 per Rod

June 16 – October 7

£65 per Rod

October 8 – February 28 (grayling)

£35 per Rod

 

For further details, please complete our enquiry form or e-mail info@fishingbreaks.co.uk

 



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The Mill
Heathman Street
Nether Wallop
Hampshire SO20 8EW

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