R25 - The Arrow, Kington
Vouchers - Adults 4 / Under 17s 2.
Wading difficulty: 2
The Kington Beat comprises 1 1/2 miles of double bank fishing on the upper Arrow, just upstream of Kington. Meandering through farmland, this stretch of the river is ideal for those looking for wild brown trout in a small upland stream.
Wading is relatively easy over a gravel and silt riverbed. Please be aware that the lower half of this beat (from Hergest Bridge to the confluence with the Gladestry Brook) is also available to anglers from the Kington Angling Club. The top half is for exclusive use to Roving Voucher holders, however.
Species present:
Wild Brown Trout.
Season:
3rd March to 30th Sept.
Please note that the beat will be closed on 23rd & 24th May 2009
2008 Catches:
New Beat.
Ideally fished with:
6.5 to 7.5ft, 2 to 4wt rod.
Restrictions:
No dogs
Fly fishing only
1 fish limit
Anglers to move upstream only when fishing
