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River Derwent at Breighton and Gunby

A proper old-school Yorkshire Derwent stretch at Breighton and Gunby, run by Hull & District Anglers’ Association. It’s a relatively deep, slow-flowing section, mainly suited to roach and dace fishing, with the odd chub or pike putting in an appearance.

Run by Hull & District Anglers’ Association · checked 9 Oct 2026

River level

Measured — Environment Agency

Bubwith Bridge 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 around three-quarters of a mile of natural river, running from the old bridge downstream to the fence.
  • You’re fishing the east bank, which is the left bank when looking downstream. Handy one to get straight in your head before setting off.
  • The water is described as relatively deep and slow-flowing, so it should suit a float fishing approach when conditions are kind.
  • Roach and dace are the main event here. Think steady trotting and working the pace rather than charging about looking for monster fish.
  • There’s always the chance of a cheeky chub turning up, with occasional pike also noted on the stretch.
  • Access is at Gunby, using the path through the wood on the old railway track. A bit of a walk, but that’s part of the charm of this sort of river fishing.
  • The downstream boundary is just upstream of the Breighton launch public house. Keep an eye on the boundaries and don’t wander past the fence.
  • This isn’t a purpose-built platform fishery. It’s proper natural riverbank fishing, so expect swims and features to feel more rustic.
  • Fishing runs from 5:00am to 10:00pm. Standard membership doesn’t include night fishing, so pack up before the late shift.
  • No on-site toilets, dedicated parking postcode or fishing platforms are listed. Worth sorting your travel plans before you head off, rather than having a faff at the gate.
  • We're not sure on ticket prices for this one — check with the club or local regulations before you leave.

Methods: Float fishing and trotting look the natural starting points on this deep, steady water, with a feeder worth considering when you need to search the swim. Keep it tidy and fish the crease, glides and steadier pockets for roach and dace.

Access & tickets

HDAA standard membership

Required for this members-only River Derwent stretch. Membership permits generally run from 1 January to 31 December.

This is a members-only HDAA stretch, with standard membership required. Membership permits generally run from 1 January to 31 December, and membership is open to anyone agreeing to the association’s fishery rules.

Fish the club names

roach, pike, chub

Key rules

  • Standard HDAA membership is required.
  • Fishing is permitted from 5:00am to 10:00pm.
  • Observe HDAA’s fishery rules.
  • Keep within the boundaries of the stretch.
  • The stretch runs from the old bridge downstream to the fence.
  • The downstream boundary is just upstream of the Breighton launch public house.

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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