River Test
River Test is a river in Hampshire, England. Anglers here fish mainly for European Chub, Grayling and Barbel.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (6 species)
About the fishing here
Popular catches here include European Chub, Grayling, Barbel, Atlantic Salmon, Northern Pike and Sea Trout.
European Chub fishing is usually best around May-Sep. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
The River Test is a chalk stream in Hampshire in the south of England. It rises at Ashe near Basingstoke and flows southwards for 40 miles (64 km) to Southampton Water. Settlements on the Test include the towns of Stockbridge and Romsey. The river's valley gives its name to the local government district of Test Valley. Below the village of Longparish, the river is broadly followed by the Test Way, a long-distance footpath.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at River Test?
Popular catches here include European Chub, Grayling, Barbel, Atlantic Salmon, Northern Pike and Sea Trout.
Do you need a fishing license at River Test?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish River Test?
European Chub fishing is usually best around May-Sep. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at River Test right now?
Right now European Chub is the most likely catch, at about 50%.