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A Day on the River

We have three vouchers available:

	A Day on the River Test Fishing on the world famous chalkstream in beautiful surroundings
	A Day on the River Test with a Fishing Guide Making a special day that extra bit special
	One Day Chalkstream Course Ideal for getting to grips with chalkstream fishing

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 river which is the birthplace of modern day fly fishing.

It 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

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Prices

All prices are person/day. *excludes Mayfly period

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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 and knowledgeable Fishing Guide at your side, the secrets of the chalkstreams will soon be revealed.

The Guides are all qualified instructors, so any casting ‘faults’ are easily rectified and questions answered. The Guides will bring a complete fishing outfit and flies, which the fisherman may use or not as he wishes. There is no extra charge for the use of tackle and flies.

Choose one of the three price bands over 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.

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Prices

All prices are for a full day of fishing with a Guide who will provide tackle and flies at no extra charge. *excludes Mayfly period

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One Day Chalkstream Course

This is the perfect introduction to chalkstream fishing at Bullington Manor, a tributary of the River Test and one of the best trout beats in Hampshire.

The course is run by an experienced Fishing Breaks instructor whose knowledge and skilful teaching will make this a truly memorable day.

The group is limited to just four and will cover all of the following, plus 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 and 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

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For further details please complete our enquiry form or e-mail info@fishingbreaks.co.uk

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