How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Matlock, United Kingdom ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar bite times, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar bite times and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Matlock, in the heart of Derbyshire’s Peak District, offers superb freshwater fishing on the River Derwent and its nearby stillwaters. Anglers come here for hard-fighting wild brown trout, grayling, barbel and chub, along with coarse species like roach, dace and perch in a classic English river valley setting. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:368,430 kmProximity:87.5 %
Moon Phases for Matlock
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major Time:03:57 am - 05:57 am
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minor Time:12:15 pm - 02:15 pm
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major Time:04:12 pm - 06:12 pm
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minor Time:08:09 pm - 10:09 pm
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Matlock
Fishing in Matlock, Derbyshire centres on the River Derwent as it winds through a steep limestone and gritstone valley, giving anglers varied water, strong flows and a mix of game and coarse species. Around Matlock, Matlock Bath and Cromford, the Derwent holds wild brown trout, grayling, barbel, chub, dace and roach, with occasional pike and perch in quieter runs and pools. Nearby day-ticket and club-controlled stretches make this a highly accessible Peak District fishing base.
Seasonal patterns on the River Derwent are fairly predictable. In early spring, as levels settle and water clarity improves, trout and grayling become more active in riffles and glides; small nymphs and light trotting tackle score well. Late spring into early summer brings consistent hatches—olive and upwing flies in particular—so dry-fly fishing can be excellent in the evening, especially on milder, calm days. Summer offers the most comfortable conditions, but low, clear water demands stealth, finer line and smaller hooks. Target fast broken water for trout and grayling during bright conditions, and switch to deeper seams at dusk.
Autumn is one of the best times for Matlock fishing. Cooler temperatures and increased flow encourage barbel and chub to feed confidently, especially ahead of fresh weather. Trotted maggots or casters, and ledgered pellets or meat, all work well on the Derwent’s steady glides and crease lines. For grayling, autumn and early winter are prime, with long trotting runs and light stick floats or bolo rigs producing steady sport. In winter, the river can run high and coloured, which suits barbel, chub and the occasional big perch; fish heavier leads and baits with strong smell, and focus on slacks below bends, near trailing branches and along the inside line of deeper runs.
Key habitats and swims around Matlock include shallow riffles, pacey mid-river glides, deeper pools under high banks and tree-lined margins. Trout and grayling favour riffles and broken water above and below pools, sitting in seams where food funnels past. Barbel are more often found in heavier runs with gravel or cobble beds, especially where a crease line forms next to slower water. Chub like overhanging trees, rafts of debris and undercut banks, where they feel secure but have quick access to passing food. Roach and dace shoal in mid-depth glides, often just above or below faster water, while any deep, slack bay or slow back-channel is worth exploring for perch and an opportunist pike.
Techniques and tactical tips depend on target species, but light, well-balanced tackle is usually best on the Derwent around Matlock. For trout and grayling, popular methods include upstream dry fly with small olives and caddis patterns, French- or Euro-nymphing with slim tungsten nymphs, and traditional trotting with size 16–20 hooks and fine hooklengths. Keep wading to a minimum and approach from downstream when fly fishing; this clear river rewards careful presentation and quiet movement along the bank.
For coarse fishing, classic river float tactics dominate. A 13–14 ft float rod, centrepin or fixed-spool reel and 3–5 lb mainline suit roach, dace and grayling. Use stick or Avon floats matched to flow, feeding little but often with maggots or hemp to build up a line. For barbel and larger chub, step up to a stronger barbel or Avon rod, 8–10 lb mainline and robust hooklengths. Ledger feeders or straight leads with pellets, boilies or meat fished just downstream of features can be highly effective; look for gravel patches, depressions in the riverbed and tight crease lines. In coloured water, slightly bigger baits and a strong scent trail give a clear advantage.
Local stillwaters near Matlock offer additional options, including carp, bream and mixed coarse fishing. Standard commercial tactics apply: method feeders, pellet waggler, bomb and pellet, or margin fishing with corn, pellets and meat over a modest bed of groundbait. Rotating between the Derwent’s moving water and nearby ponds gives visiting anglers a flexible, productive fishing break in the Matlock area.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Matlock area
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 1 main harbours in this area.
River Alport - 32.84197679094km
We found a total of 32 potential fishing spots nearby Matlock. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
River Wye - 6.45834810561km , River Amber - 9.95622661543km , Alfreton Brook - 12.03038158664km , River Hipper - 13.3591888169km , Barlow Brook - 16.44991174136km , River Manifold - 18.4246267284km , Holmes's Islands - 20.24096844296km , Wyaston Brook - 20.65500445796km , Browns Book - 21.54050667939km , Holme Nook - 21.61193303704km , River Noe - 23.74202138693km , River Ashop - 27.5875135383km , River Sheaf - 27.89923480399km , River Rivelin - 29.35139581711km , River Loxley - 29.5125893557km , River Churnet - 30.17842352318km , River Alport - 32.84197679094km , Don Island - 34.52412983175km , Ewden Beck - 34.6827609143km , Barton Island - 34.80241586634km , River Rother - 35.160727755km , River Soar - 35.33281511345km , River Westend - 35.71648398176km , Little Don River - 36.54348911323km , Horninglow island - 36.96130986983km , River Maun - 42.33881652709km , River Dearne - 46.15025540839km , River Blithe - 47.08091938542km , River Tame - 47.70957160689km , Brown's Island - 47.97276652295km , River Sow - 48.05685025012km , Newark Island - 49.25949819322km
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