River Dane - Somerford Park Farm

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General Information

This stretch of The River Dane in between Congleton and Holmes Chapel is one of the more picturesque on the river. During the summer, nature takes its course and bushes and trees grow all down the stretch making some great little hidden away pegs. In general, the river is approx 7 metres wide with depths ranging from a few inches to 8-9ft in the deep holes (excellent swims). There are about 16-17 pegs on the stretch, most of which, have many features (deep holes, fallen trees, etc.) to cast at. In general, this is my preferred stretch of the Dane, both in summer and winter alike.

Known Species

 As with most of the Dane in this area, most course fish are present. In the majority, chub, dace and grayling will make up most of the fish that inhabit this stretch, although reports of large perch and pike are increasingly common. To back these fish up are occasional roach, bream, carp and more recently barbel,

although these fish are not in any great numbers.

Extra Rules/Conditions

 The fishing rights to this water are owned by Congleton Angling Society. Victoria & Biddulph AS rent and therefore share the fishing with Congleton Angling Society.

Directions and Parking

To get to Somerford Park farm get onto the A34 at Congleton. Follow this to the turn off for the A54. Follow the A54 towards Holmes Chapel until Somerford Park Farm appears on your right. (A large sign is situated on the wall to the farm). From this point follow the map to the riverside.

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