A Day on the River
We have two vouchers available:
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A Day on the River Test"Fishing on the world famous chalkstream in beautiful surroundings" |
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A Day on the River Test with a Fishing Guide"Making a special day that extra bit special" |
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One Day Introduction to River Fishing"Stalking and catching trout in crystal clear waters" |

A Day on the River Test
Fishing for a day on the River Test, the world’s most famous chalkstream.
Anglers travel from around the globe to fish the hallowed waters of the Test, the birthplace of modern day fly fishing.
The river flows through the beautiful Test valley in southern England, where the native brown trout thrive in the gin-clear water and are the ultimate quarry for the discerning fly fisherman.
Choose from one of the three price bands during the season. Voucher holders will usually be offered a choice of dates on The Parsonage but may be offered dates on other River Test beats of an equivalent standard depending on availability.
Factfile
What is best about this day |
To fish the River Test is the treat of a lifetime |
This day is suitable for |
A competent fly fisherman with some river experience |
What tackle is needed |
A standard trout fishing outfit |
Clothing & footwear |
Usual fishing clothing & footwear. Waders not normally required |
Times |
9.30am to dusk |
Location |
Hampshire |
Season |
May-October |
Prices
Mayfly Period (mid May-early June) |
£285 per person |
Prime Period (May- July)* |
£185 per person |
Peak Period (August-mid October) |
£165 per person |
All prices are person/day & include VAT. *excludes Mayfly period

A Day on the River Test with a Fishing Guide
For those who have never fished the River Test it can be a daunting experience. But with a friendly & knowledgeable Fishing Guide at your side, the secrets of the chalkstreams will soon be explained.
The Guides are also qualified instructors, so any casting ‘faults’ are easily rectified & questions answered. The Guides will bring a complete fishing outfit & flies, which the fishermen may use or not as he wishes. There is no extra charge for the use of tackle & flies.
Choose one of the three price bands over the season. Voucher holders will usually be offered a choice of dates on The Parsonage or Bullington Manor beats, but may be offered dates on other River Test beats of an equivalent standard depending on availability.
Factfile
What is best about this day |
A fishing day of a lifetime with a local expert at your side |
This day is suitable for |
A competent fly fisherman |
What tackle is needed |
None. All the tackle & equipment is provided though bring your own if you have it |
Clothing & footwear |
Usual fishing clothing & footwear. Waders not required |
Times |
Fishing: 9.30am to dusk Guide: 9.30am-6pm |
Location |
Hampshire |
Season |
May-October |
Prices
Mayfly Period (mid May-early June) |
£535 for one. £825 for two. |
Prime Period (May-July)* |
£435 for one. £625 for two. |
Peak Period (August-mid October) |
£415 for one. £585 for two. |
All prices are for a full day of fishing with a Guide who will provide tackle and flies at no extra charge. Prices include VAT. *excludes Mayfly period

One Day Introduction to River Fishing
This is the perfect introduction to river fishing at Bullington Manor, a tributary of the River Test and one of the most exclusive chalkstream rivers in Hampshire.
Spend the day learning the best methods for stalking brown trout and grayling from the gin-clear waters of this famous beat, in a beautiful rural setting. The day is run by an experienced Fishing Breaks instructor whose knowledge & skilful teaching will make this one of the most memorable fishing days ever.
The group is limited to just four and will cover all of the following with plenty of time dedicated to fishing itself!
• Tackling up for rivers
• Nymph vs. dry fly
• Tactics for brown trout vs. grayling
• What flies and when to use them
• Entomology in a nutshell
• Stalking & river tactics
Each day runs from 9.30am-5.30pm, with a break for lunch. There is a
fully equipped Fishing Cabin and a wide choice of local accommodation
in Stockbridge, just six miles away
Factfile
What is best about this day |
Learning on a fantastic river |
This day is suitable for |
Anyone with some fly fishing experience |
What tackle is needed |
None; all tackle & flies are provided. Waders not required. |
Times |
9.30am-5.30pm |
Location |
Hampshire |
Facilities |
Fully equipped Fishing Cabin with WC |
Season |
April-October |
Price
One Day Introduction to River Fishing |
£225 per person |
All prices include VAT.



