River Aire – East Riddlesden Hall Estate

River level

The lowdown

• This one sits at East Riddlesden Hall, just off Bradford Road (B6265), with the Aire running alongside the estate grounds.
• The club describes it as a mixed fishery, but doesn’t list individual species for this exact stretch. So expect a varied bit of river rather than a single-species water.
• The river runs round a bend below the hall and grounds, giving the stretch a bit of shape and character. The exact fishing length isn’t given.
• There’s no peg count either. The upstream limit is point A on the club map, while point B at the beck end marks the downstream boundary.
• Access is through the main East Riddlesden Hall entrance only. From the public car park, cross the field from the bottom to reach the riverbank.
• Parking is available in the public car park. Overflow field parking isn’t available when the weather turns wet, so don’t bank on having that option.
• This is a daytime-only job: fishing runs from 9am to 5pm, or until dusk if that comes earlier. Winter closing times are confirmed when you book.
• The main gates are locked outside the allowed fishing hours, and the water closes every year from 15 March to 24 March.
• Junior members must be accompanied by a senior member at all times. It’s strictly one rod only, with no second rod for pike.
• The club asks anglers to report the number and species of every catch by phone or email to the club secretary. Bob on admin, but don’t forget it.
• We're not sure on ticket prices for this one — check with the club or local regulations before you leave.

Methods: The checked details don’t specify particular tactics, depths or river features beyond the bend and beck end. Pick your approach to suit the flow on the day, within the one-rod rule.

Access & tickets

Tickets can be bought through Bingley Angling Club’s online shop, from listed tackle shops or from Crossflatts newsagents. Buy one before fishing starts and keep the receipt with you.

Fish the club names

The club doesn't list species for this stretch, so we haven't guessed.

Key rules

• Fishing must be booked by telephone in advance, normally between 9am and 5pm daily.
• Anglers must provide their name or names and membership receipt number or numbers when booking.
• Bookings are normally accepted unless the length is deemed full.
• Fishing is from 9am to 5pm, or until dusk if earlier. The main gates are locked outside permitted fishing hours.
• The water is closed annually from 15 March to 24 March.
• Junior members must be accompanied by a senior member at all times.
• Only one rod may be used. A second rod for pike is not permitted.
• Catch numbers and species must be reported to the club by telephone or email.

Where it is