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Fishing season & permits

The Salmon season runs from 1st March until 30th September, (except the Exe which opens 14th February).

The Trout season from 15th March through to 30th September.

Expect to pay from £3 - £15 for Trout Fishing and £20 - £50 for migratory fish. It is the law that all anglers carry an E.A. Rod licence valid for the species they intend to catch. There is a hefty fine for anyone found not to be in possession of a current licence!

The rod licence is easily obtained from any Post Office and various options including day, week and year are available. A rodlicence does not entitle the holder to fish anywhere, merely to use a rod on an inland watercourse. Always obtain a permit before starting to fish a chosen venue; this saves embarrassment and possible prosecution.

Licences & permits

can be obtained from:

South West Water (permit only):-
Leisure Services, Higher Combe Park, Lewdown, Okehampton, EX20 4QT: 01837 871565

Brendon:- Brendon House Hotel: 01598 741206

Dulverton:- Lance Nicholson, Gun Shop, High Street: 01398 323409

Lynton:- Tourist Information Centre, Town Hall, Lee Road: 01598 752225

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