Atcham Wroxeter Roman Field — Lymm Angling Club

River level

The lowdown

• This is a compact little fishery, with five swims currently listed. So there’s no sprawling hike along miles of bank — pick your peg wisely and settle in.
• The club describes the far bank as having covered glides. That’s the sort of feature worth watching closely, especially where the flow eases and the crease forms.
• There are deep runs in the fishery too. They’ll be the obvious places to test with a feeder, or to trot through if the flow is behaving.
• The Severn can be a proper river, so keep an eye on colour and pace. A touch of colour and a steady push can put the fish on the munch.
• Chub, barbel, roach and perch are among the coarse species named by the club across its waters. Trout and grayling are also listed as game-fishing species.
• The club says salmon are not uncommon in this section of the Severn. Any fish showing in the glide or crease deserves a proper look.
• Trotting should suit the smoother water, while a feeder is the natural shout for those deeper runs. Keep it tidy and fish the line rather than lobbing blind.
• Access is through a gated field entrance around 200 metres beyond the Hay Loft pub. Look for the large oak tree, then walk across the field to the river.
• Park inside the entrance along the hedge line. Don’t drive down to the water’s edge — it’s a short walk, and the club is clear on keeping vehicles back.
• You’ll need club key or gate access, plus current membership paperwork. Handy stretch, cracking setting, but it’s very much a members’ water rather than a turn-up-and-fish job.

Methods: Trotting the glides and crease looks bob on, with a feeder worth trying in the deeper runs. Keep tackle sensible for a flowing Severn and search the water rather than sitting on one line all day.

Access & tickets

Abermule is accessed through Lymm Angling Club membership. The 2026 new Canals & Rivers membership is £148.50 including the joining fee; renewal is £82.50 plus a £66 joining fee for new members. Membership cards are electronic and water information is available on the club website and members area.

Fish the club names

chub, barbel, roach, perch, trout

Named by Lymm Angling Club across its waters, not for this stretch on its own.

Key rules

• Carry a current Lymm Angling Club membership permit.
• Hold a valid Environment Agency rod licence.
• Use barbless or micro-barbed hooks.
• Use an appropriate unhooking mat on all club waters.
• Do not remove fish from club waters.
• Use no more than two baited rods unless a water-specific rule says otherwise.
• Park only in authorised areas and do not obstruct access.

Where it is