River Derwent (Cumbria) · England· Sources checked October 16, 2026

River Derwent (Cumbria) trout water

The Lake District Derwent and its Greta tributary through Keswick, Portinscale and down toward Cockermouth, with Keswick Anglers Association's mapped trout beats and designated parking. Native brown trout; salmon and a few sea trout on the lower beats.

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Check before you fish. Keswick Anglers Association sells visitor day and week river permits (fly only, trout) online and through local outlets including Keswick Post Office. All association waters are catch and release, with barbless or de-barbed hooks; confirm which beats your ticket covers and use the club's maps and designated parking. An England and Wales rod licence is also required. Fishing and permit information.

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