Tyne Green Country Park Fishery

River level

The lowdown

• This is urban-riverside Tyne fishing, but it still has plenty going on. You’ve got parkland, bridges, a weir and Hexham close by, so it’s not a wild, remote bit of water.
• The fishable length runs from the remains of the Border Counties Railway Bridge in the west to Hexham Road Bridge in the east. Fishing is from the south bank only.
• The council describes the river here as wide, fast and deep in places. Expect a bit of water to read, especially when the river has colour or extra push.
• There’s a nearby weir with a fish pass built in 2016. That kind of feature can add interest to the flow, but take care around structures and follow the specific Environment Agency rules.
• The surrounding country park covers roughly 19 hectares, with riverside walks, a golf course, play areas and water-sports facilities. It’s a handy spot for a day out, not just a quick cast.
• Brown trout fishing is included in the standard coarse and brown trout day pass. Migratory fish and salmon fishing sit under a separate, higher-priced permit category.
• With fast water and depth in places, sensible river approaches are the order of the day. Think trotting where the flow suits, or a feeder set-up when you need to hold bottom and search the crease.
• Tyne Green is open all year, but the legitimate fishing times, seasons and byelaws still apply. A valid Environment Agency rod licence is needed before buying the council permit.
• Free all-day parking is available at Tyne Green car park, with public toilets nearby. Keep vehicles in marked bays and don’t drive onto the grass.
• Swimming isn’t advised here. The river is wide, fast and deep in places, so keep your wits about you around the banks, bridges and weir.

Methods: A float or trotting approach should suit steadier water, while feeder fishing makes sense when the river is pushing. Pick the crease carefully and keep things tidy around the structures.

Access & tickets

Permits are issued by Northumberland County Council. An Environment Agency rod licence is required before buying a council fishing permit; weekly and annual permits are also available.

Fish the club names

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Key rules

• Fishing is from the south bank only.
• A permit allows fishing with one rod and line only.
• A valid Environment Agency rod licence is required before buying a council fishing permit.
• Fishing must comply with the Salmon and Freshwater Fisheries Act 1975 and applicable Environment Agency and Northumberland County Council byelaws.
• Follow Environment Agency rules on fishing near structures for trout, sea trout and salmon.
• Fish only during legitimate fishing times and seasons.
• No overnight camping is allowed at the country park except for specific organised events.
• Swimming is not advised in the river.

Where it is