Christchurch Area

[Pete]

Hi all,

I've just moved to Christchurch in Dorset and am therefore now perfectly placed for both the Stour and Avon. I'm spoilt for choice with both Ringwood and CAC stretches, and I really dont know where to start - I'd like to get some advice to narrow it down a bit. I fancy getting amongst some roach and chub this winter with the chance of some biguns! Quieter stretches if possible and I dont necessarily want to fish the more obvious fisheries (Royalty/Throop).

Very grateful for any tips lads...pm's if need be! Many thanks.

[jimikill]

One of my favourite stretches was Ashley & Ellingham.

[carper946]

Get both tickets and have a walk around some that you like the look of. Also, drop into Christchurch Angling Centre, Bournemouth Fishing Lodge or go talk to Rich and Ash in Ringwood Tackle. Give Avon Angling a bell which is next to Ringwood Tackle.

[rondo69]

I'm a member of both and tend to fish the avon about 3 or 4 times a week. both clubs have advantages though for me Christchurch is better cos avon at Ibsley is only 15 minutes away. But if your living in Christchurch you have both on your doorstep. If you don't want to spend money on two memberships join one and try. But I think what you will find is you will soon realise the advantages of both.
If you want a bit more info pm me for my number
Mike

[Pete]

Thanks Lads - and thanks Olly for the PM's.

Sounds like I just need to suck it and see. I'll probably end up joining CAC and RAA, as they both have stretches and lakes I want to fish - the Royalty really is on my doorstep so I guess its rude not to have a go there...

[barbel62]

Sorry to hijack thread chaps, i am coming down to christchurch area next week for a couple of days river fishing, fancy the throop poss beat 2? rather than the royalty, any idea of how the area is fishing, cheers in advance

Ray

[DaveBarratt]

Ray, if you look on the Davis Tackle website I believe there are contact details for Brian Willson who is a Throop bailiff and is a very helpful guy.

[barbel62]

Thanks Dave, just looked at the website , very informative love the river reports and write ups from brian wilson, congrats on your near 6lber too Dave cracking fish, i have only fished throop once many years ago so not sure what line of attack to use, will maybe ring Brian nearer the time to get an idea of bait requirements etc, just happy to catch a couple of chub this time of year with maybe a bonus barbel.....heres hoping

cheers Ray

[DaveBarratt]

Going by my trip a few weeks ago a lot of fish were coming out on the float and maggot Ray, or cheesepaste on the lead. I have to say the local guys and bailiffs were very helpful and I am sure they will put you in some good swims. I would have been tempted to have another dabble this week myself but I suspect the river will be a bit out of sorts ?

[barbel62]

Know what you mean Dave re the river/weather forecast this week, have the days booked up now and accommodation for two days so committed to going, anyway its a nice area to fish and i do love my river fishing so will give it my best shot, thanks for reply..Ray

[Herman]

Ray, if you look on the Davis Tackle website I believe there are contact details for Brian Willson who is a Throop bailiff and is a very helpful guy.

Sorry to but in fella`s but thought Chris allport was the throop head bailiff ?? Or has he left ??

[d6wth]

Get both tickets and have a walk around some that you like the look of. Also, drop into Christchurch Angling Centre, Bournemouth Fishing Lodge or go talk to Rich and Ash in Ringwood Tackle. Give Avon Angling a bell which is next to Ringwood Tackle.

Il second the Avon and Ringwood tackle, both well run shops and always good for a bit of info :clap:

[DaveBarratt]

Herman, yes Chris is still there too and seems like a top bloke.

[Herman]

He is indeed a top bloke Dave, very, very helpful.
If anyone wants his number for up to date info drop me a PM.

[barbel62]

fished throop and royalty last week 2 days only small chub to report from the throop but mate had a pb and 1st ever burb from the royalty at 10lb 5oz he was chuffed to bits .....as i said not many people are lucky to bag a double for their 1st barbel, he followed up with an 8lb 4oz too......beginners luck i say

[DaveBarratt]

Sounds like you enjoyed your trip Ray, well done.

[PadBasher]

One of my favourite stretches was Ashley & Ellingham.

I used to really enjoy fishing the Ashley bends and Ellingham estate, during the week you wouldn't see a soul.

[kgw]

lets hope four a little rain before u go

[PadBasher]

Anybody what the river levels are like?

[kgw]

verry lowe