Ouzel video

A number of lengths of the Ouzel are controlled by the club.

1 - From the water intake to Rackley Hills lake upstream to the wooden bridge. Access is from the lake and through the woods. Anglers may use the Rackley Hills access road but do not block the turning area with your car.The river contains good quality roach, dace and perch. Some carp have been caught in this stretch.
2 - From the downstream field at Paper Mill (the mill land and water is private) to the A5. Access down Dolphin Lane and park near the canal bridge. Do not block the mill access. There is access at the Orchard Mill fishery for upstream and downstream fishing. Parking is also possible near the new road bridge. Access at Water Eaton mill is provided with car parking areas. The river contains good quality roach, dace, perch and chub fishing. Please note that it may be very weedy during the later summer months. Always check the match programme during the autumn/winter months as this venue is often used for inter club matches. Please shut all gates and leave no litter. Avoid damage to crops in riverside fields.

This delightful small river contains a good head of fish. Chub to over 6lb have been caught, with fish in the 3lb-4lb range quite common. The Orchard Mill section is a good place to start if you are fishing for chub. Perch are common with fish to 4lb caught recently. Roach and dace provide good sport for the angler who does not want to hunt for specimen fish. The river also contains some carp, which have been caught at 19lb but bigger fish have been seen. Pike are present along the full length with some double figure specimens. The deeper sections can also provide good sport with the hard fighting river bream. Be prepared to be mobile and you will find this river has a lot to offer.