Lord's Walk Amesbury

Lord's Walk Amesbury, Wiltshire

Lord’s Walk, in terms of fishing, is half a mile or so of the River Avon in Amesbury, Wiltshire. It is noted for its specimen Grayling fishing and is one of the few places on the Avon above Salisbury where coarse fishing is permitted. This is well above Salisbury where the classic Avon fishing begins and continues downstream but don’t let that detract you. There is a section of free fishing plus adjoining, day ticket access stretch, on the books of Salisbury and District Angling Club. 

The stretch is picturesque and was an avenue planted by Lord Carleton (1676-1720) and was formerly known as Lord Carleton's Walk, which extends beyond the river for those looking to enjoy the walk, aside some traffic noise nearer the A303, this is lovely piece of the English countryside.

The stretch is popular as a winter trotting venue where there is a real chance of catching a 2lb Grayling. Holding good roach and dace, there is also the bonus of a decent head of wild trout. Chub, perch and pike have been appearing more in recent times, perhaps result of game fishery river management in other areas of the Avon, effectively re-homing some coarse species on this stretch.

Summer weed growth and the drop in levels mean this is more suited to angling in the colder months, though there is nothing to stop youngsters aiming for small dace and minnows during their summer holidays, in the safety of a few inches of crystal clear water.

The shadow of the A303 bridge can provide all-year-round weed-free angling.

Most surrounding stretches of River are controlled by clubs and often without a day ticket option, so this allows affordable access to this stretch of the Avon.

Access is via a small car park, just off of Countess Road.

Day tickets (£5, cash only) are available from Hill’s Cycles and Fishing Tackle, handily, Amesbury central car park has some free short stay bays, just across the road from the shop.

EA Rod licence is required, please take due care with all uneven paths and water.

River Level at nearest recording station