The South’s premier angling association — 35+ miles of river bank, 15 still waters and Christchurch Harbour, cared for and fished by a community of 2,000 members.
Ringwood & District Anglers Association has existed for over 50 years and has grown to be the premier angling association in the South of England. We provide a very extensive selection of angling catering to all — from the pleasure angler to the match and specimen fraternity.
The Management Committee of RDAA is dedicated to acquiring the very best fishing for its members and maintaining its venues to the highest standards — with secure access, adequate parking, and maintained banks and swims supported by a dedicated team of experienced bailiffs.
“The very best fishing, maintained to the highest standards.”
From quiet still-water carp pits to the storied beats of the Avon and Stour — every venue is cared for, accessible, and maintained by our team and bailiffs.
Fifteen still-water venues, including a dedicated junior lake for members of any age. All lakes are mostly secured with a club key for member access.
12 miles of bank on the Hampshire Avon and 23 miles on the Dorset Stour — including Throop Beats 1–3 and the Royalty. Some of the UK’s top river fishing.
Purchase day tickets online for selected lakes and river beats. Perfect for visitors, or for those wanting to try our waters before joining the club.
Order a Day Ticket Online →Full access to 15 lakes and 35 miles of prime river fishing on the Hampshire Avon and Dorset Stour. Memberships available online, or through local tackle shops.
Includes our dedicated junior lake. The next generation of anglers, supported and welcomed by the club.
Join Now →Year-round access to all lakes & rivers, including Throop Beats 1–3 and the Royalty. Forum & newsletter included.
Join Now →All the access of Adult membership, with a reduced subscription for senior anglers and those with disabilities.
Join Now →Monthly reports from the managers of our lakes and rivers, news from the Maintenance Team, and updates from across the membership.
A strong end to the season on Beat 2, with the team reporting consistent barbel through the slacker swims and a notable 7lb chub from the bend pool.
Bank revetments on Mockbeggar and new platforms at the junior lake have wrapped up ahead of schedule. Huge thanks to the volunteers who turned out every Sunday.
A friendly note that the statutory coarse fish close season for rivers ends on 16 June. Still waters remain open. Permits and updated notices in members’ downloads.
A glimpse of our members’ finest catches across the lakes, the Avon and the Stour. The full gallery is sorted by species — 18 categories of fish and counting.
