River Steam Holidays private River Severn beat, Highley

River level

The lowdown

• This is quiet River Severn water at Highley, near Bridgnorth, tucked into a rural valley setting.
• The beat runs for approximately one quarter of a mile. There’s no peg-by-peg map published, but the fishing pegs are directly in front of the properties.
• Access is nice and straightforward, with steps leading down to the river from the accommodation. Bob on if you’re staying on site.
• The holder describes the water as especially suitable for barbel. Barbel over 10 lb have been caught nearby, so there’s a proper target fish here.
• Chub are also specifically named. Other coarse fish may be present, but the holder doesn’t publish a full species list.
• The cottages sit roughly 30 yards from both the Severn and the Severn Valley Railway. You get river views, with no nearby main roads or industry according to the holder.
• It’s a handy setup for a fishing break, with bait fridges at the properties and lockable sheds for rods, tackle and outdoor gear.
• Parking is available at the properties. Ship Cottage has ample private parking and a large car park, while the other properties have spaces for two or four vehicles.
• The Ship Inn, a 17th-century free house according to the holder, is on site between the properties. Handy for a proper post-session brew or something stronger.
• Night fishing hasn’t been confirmed, and there’s no published closed-season or bait rule for this private beat. Sort any local permissions before wetting a line, and look after the wildlife and countryside.
• We're not sure on ticket prices for this one — check with the club or local regulations before you leave.

Methods: The water is especially suited to barbel fishing, with chub also named on the beat. The holder doesn’t publish specific methods, so check the local permissions and current arrangements before fishing.

Access & tickets

Fishing is available to guests staying at River Steam Holidays properties, with fishing included with Ship Cottage. Contact the holder when booking and state the number of people fishing; the contact form allows 1 to 8 anglers.

Fish the club names

barbel, chub

Key rules

• Fishing access is for guests staying at River Steam Holidays properties.
• Fishing is included with Ship Cottage.
• An Environment Agency rod licence is required before fishing.
• Obtain any required local permissions before fishing.
• Fish responsibly and take care of wildlife and the countryside.
• No official closed-season or bait rule is published for this private beat.
• Night-fishing availability is not confirmed.

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