Fishing on the River Thames

Think angling heaven, think River Thames – a haven for some of the best coarse fishing in the country/

Whether you’re a serious match angler, a specimen hunter or simply a pleasure angler, the River Thames has it all from roach and perch to barbel and chub with pike and carp too! There really is something for everyone with this River Thames fishing guide.

Buy a rod fishing licence

You will need a rod fishing licence to fish for salmon, trout, freshwater fish, smelt or eel with a rod and line on the River Thames and England in fact. Make sure you buy a rod fishing licence beforehand if you haven't got one already and you must always carry your rod fishing licence when you’re fishing or you could be prosecuted.

Once you have your rod licence you can either join an angling club or take advantage of one of the many free fishing sites along the River Thames for some of the finest fishing in the land.

We've got everything you need to get you fishing on the River Thames including locations for anglers with disabilities.

Crayfish trapping

A licence is required for the trapping of American Signal (non native) crayfish and these are available from the Environment Agency, the Fish Movements Authorisation Team can send an information pack to customers. You can contact them on 01480 483968 or by email. For more information on crayfish and the trapping of crayfish, visit the Environment Agency website.

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London

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London

The Thames flows through Central London and provides a stunning backdrop to many of the city's top tourist attractions.
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Maidenhead

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Towns & Villages

Maidenhead

Maidenhead has great rail connections and the town centre has a range of over 300 shops. It is home to Maidenhead Heritage Centre and a thriving arts and culture scene at Norden Farm Centre for the Arts.
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Chilterns Walking Festival - Gone Rustic up a Fair Mile (1502)

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Guided Walk

Henley

A ‘Literary Hitchhike’ from the historic riverside market town of Henley-on-Thames. Our route takes us along the Henley Riverside and up the Fair Mile to Lower Assendon where author Cecil Roberts once lived.
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Christmas with Thames Rivercruise

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Participatory Event

Caversham

Book A Christmas Boat Party On The Thames From Reading
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Henley Olympics Live

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Sporting Event

Henley on Thames

Henley Olympics Live bringing the thrill of the Olympics to the heart of Henley.
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Windsor

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Town

Windsor

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead is a short break destination in South East England combining 1,000 years of history, contemporary shopping and fine dining with sports, leisure activities and events.
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Royal Swan Upping along the Thames

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Ceremony

Royal Swan Upping is the annual census of the swan population on stretches of the Thames in the counties of Middlesex, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire. This historic ceremony dates from the twelfth century, when the Crown claimed…
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Murder Mystery Dinner with City Cruises

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Show / Display

London

The RS Hispaniola is presenting a Sherlock Holmes murder mystery dinner on the fabulously located restaurant ships situated on the Embankment in Westminster.
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Thames Path National Trail

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Walking Tour

Oxford

On its way the Trail passes through peaceful water meadows rich in wildlife, historic towns and cities such as Oxford, Henley and Windsor, many lovely villages and some of the best known landmarks of London.
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Hobbs of Henley

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Wedding Organisers & Services

Henley on Thames

Hobbs of Henley Ltd was established in 1870 and remains to this day a family-run business, its name synonymous with bespoke river and boating service.