Meldon Reservoir
DevonEX20 4HP
| Water type | Reservoir |
|---|---|
| Location | Devon, South West England |
| Postcode | EX20 4HP |
| Rod licence | Environment Agency rod licence required, £36.80/year for 2 rods in 2026, buy at gov.uk |
Data: GilledIt venue directory, July 2026. Confirm details with the fishery before travelling.
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Meldon Reservoir is a named reservoir in South West England, listed in the GilledIt directory. UK reservoirs are often managed for trout or coarse fishing through a water company or club, so check for day tickets and access before travelling. See it on the map and log your session in GilledIt.
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Meldon Reservoir: frequently asked questions
Yes, Meldon Reservoir is a fishing venue in Devon (postcode EX20 4HP). Contact the fishery directly to confirm rules and bookings.
On rivers in England and Wales the coarse-fishing close season runs from 15 March to 15 June inclusive. Most stillwaters and canals, including commercial fisheries, stay open all year, though individual venues set their own rules, so check before travelling.
Yes, anyone aged 13 or over fishing for freshwater fish in England or Wales needs a rod licence, even on private waters like Meldon Reservoir. The licence is issued by the Environment Agency. A 12-month 2-rod licence is £36.80 in 2026, and juniors aged 13–16 fish free but must register. Read our full guide at /blog/fishing-licence-uk-guide.
Directory data checked July 2026: locations re-checked for 2,704 venues, 236 official websites verified and 25 dead links removed.
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