The River Kent is one of England's fastest-flowing rivers, cutting through the scenic landscapes of Cumbria in the Lake District region before passing through the market town of Kendal and flowing south toward Morecambe Bay. This productive spate river is renowned as an important salmon river, but it also supports strong runs of sea trout and healthy populations of wild brown trout. The river's character is defined by its swift currents, varied structure, and the stunning riparian scenery that surrounds it — making it as rewarding visually as it is for angling. The Kent is managed in part by the Kent Westmorland Angling Association (KWAA), which oversees fishing rights along significant stretches of the river, as well as by private estates such as Levens Hall, which controls some of the most picturesque lower-river beats.