Pimley Rough — SAC

River level

The lowdown

• This is proper Severn water, with Pimley Rough continuing into Pimley Manor downstream from the sewage works and on towards the stream inlet below the A5 bridge.
• The fishing is on the right-hand bank. The club describes it as suitable for all river species, so there’s a fair bit to go at rather than one single banker swim.
• Barbel are the headline act, regularly going into double figures on the Pimley section. A feeder or a well-presented bait in the crease is the obvious shout.
• Big chub are present too, with fish over 6 lb and occasional 7 lb fish reported. Look for cover, steadier edges and sensible winter lines.
• Below the island, pike and perch fishing can be prolific. A cheeky lure or deadbait approach could be the ticket when the predators are on the munch.
• Above the island opposite the Gypsy Stone, salmon are caught in the shallows. Treat those areas with care and stick to the club’s rules.
• There’s a large slack above the island where bream shoal. That gives you a calmer-water option when the main flow is pushing through.
• Faster gravel runs produce silvers on a stick float. Proper bob-on trotting water when conditions are right, especially if the river has a bit of colour.
• The club says two car parks can accommodate plenty of anglers. The main one is under the A5 bridge; the second is at Pimley Manor, with parking by the brick wall away from the cottages.
• Night fishing is allowed, with up to five nights on Pimley Manor. Wading is permitted, but you’re responsible for your own safety, and rods must not be left unattended.

Methods: Barbel feeder fishing, chub tactics and predator fishing below the island are the main pulls. For silver fish, get a stick float over the faster gravel runs; bream are worth targeting in the large slack above the island.

Access & tickets

You need advance Shrewsbury Anglers Club membership; day tickets aren’t available. The 2025/26 annual membership fee is £40, membership is limited to 275 anglers and a waiting list may apply. Contact the club secretary for the main car park gate code.

Fish the club names

barbel, chub, pike, perch, trout, bream, roach

Key rules

• SAC fishing requires advance club membership; day tickets are not provided.
• A valid Environment Agency National Rod Licence is required.
• Carry your SAC membership card while fishing.
• The statutory river close season applies from March 15 through June 16 inclusive.
• Rods must not be left unattended.
• Unhooking mats are required for barbel, chub, bream and pike.
• All fish must be returned safely in club waters.
• Wading is allowed, but anglers are responsible for their own safety.
• Keepnets are generally restricted to silver fish outside matches.
• Litter, fires, vandalism and unsafe fixed-lead death rigs are prohibited.

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