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Wharfe Bank Fishing, Ulleskelf

Wharfe Bank Fishing offers guided barbel sessions on a private, mature stretch of the River Wharfe at Ulleskelf near Tadcaster. There are two private pegs, with winter pike sessions also available — proper handy if you fancy a relaxed day with the river to yourself.

Run by Wharfe Bank Fishing · checked 9 Oct 2026

River level

Measured — Environment Agency

Bolton Percy gauge

Nearest EA gauge we've matched — it isn't on this stretch, so levels on your peg will differ.

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We don't publish an "ideal level" — nobody can promise one. Flood water is dangerous: if it's up and coloured, stay well back from the edge. Open River Ready

The lowdown

  • This is a compact little setup, with just two private fishing pegs on a beautiful mature stretch of the Wharfe.
  • The left peg is the classic barbel swim. It has a steady flow and cover along the far bank — lovely territory for working a bait into the crease.
  • The right peg is all about variation, with depth changes and natural features that hold fish. Worth taking your time before settling on a line.
  • Barbel are the main target through the river season, with the guide focusing on reading the conditions and choosing the swim accordingly.
  • Chub are present throughout the season, while perch feature among the catches from the pegs. Pike fishing is available through the winter months.
  • Sessions include advice on bait preparation and presentation, so you can get the important bits bob on rather than faffing about.
  • You can bring your own tackle or borrow the guide’s gear. Handy if you’re travelling light or fancy keeping things simple.
  • The setting is described as relaxed and unhurried, with complimentary refreshments included during guided sessions. A nice touch.
  • The mature cover, steady flow and changing depths give you plenty to work with. The river conditions decide the approach, and unsafe conditions can mean a reschedule.
  • We're not sure on ticket prices for this one — check with the club or local regulations before you leave.

Methods: The guide focuses on barbel during the river season and pike through winter. Expect swim selection based on current conditions, plus help with bait preparation, presentation and tackle if needed.

Access & tickets

Four-hour guided session

Guided fishing session for up to two anglers. Book through the online availability calendar.

Eight-hour guided session

Longer guided fishing session for up to two anglers. Book through the online availability calendar.

Bookings are made through Wharfe Bank Fishing’s online availability calendar. The cottage provides exclusive access to the two private pegs for guests, with four-hour and eight-hour sessions available.

Fish the club names

barbel, chub, pike, perch

Key rules

  • Sessions are for anglers aged 18 and over.
  • Every guest must hold a valid Environment Agency rod licence.
  • A maximum of two anglers can fish each session.
  • Sessions may be rescheduled because of unsafe river conditions.

Coarse fishing on English rivers is closed from 15 March to 15 June inclusive. That's the law for coarse fish on rivers — it's not a club rule, and game-fishing seasons work differently.

GOV.UK — Freshwater rod fishing rules: when and where you can fish

Where it is

Pins mark the access postcode each club gives, not the bank itself. Exact boundary map: see rights holder.

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