text: can i go coarse fishing not fly fishing on the river test, river avon, where normal rod licence applies?   a good source of information when new to an area is the local tackle shops. most will be able to answer your questions, may even sell permits, or be able to give you contact details. the environment agency is also another good source of information. also have a walk around the area you want to fish and ask any anglers for info, they will be able to tell you about clubs, day tickets etc in the area. hope that helps, happy fishing