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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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Saffron

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Windsor

Saffron offers a range of mouthwatering dishes cooked with only natural herbs and spices.
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Manor Farm Barn B&B

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Bed & Breakfast

Bampton

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Kennet Cruises

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Cruise the Kennet & Avon Canal with Kennet Cruises.
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Bicester Village

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Shop / Shopping Centre

Bicester

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Stratfield Saye House

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Historic House / Palace

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Home of the Dukes of Wellington since 1817. Unique collection of paintings, furniture and personal effects of the Great Duke, including his magnificent funeral carriage, military regalia and campaign trophies.
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Chimney Farm Barns

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Self-Catering

Bampton

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Milka's Guest House

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Oxford

A pleasant family run guest house.
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Northmoor Trust

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Education & Training

Little Wittenham

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The Trust promotes conservation through exemplary land management, education and land science. It has a Board of seven Trustees with 33 staff working in ecology, estate management, education and forest research.
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The Castle Hotel Windsor

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Windsor

In the heart of Royal Windsor, The Castle Hotel Windsor is an elegant Georgian building, situated opposite the Guildhall and only 1-minute walk from Windsor Castle. It makes the ideal base for exploring the town. The hotel offers 10 flexible event…
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The Royal Oak

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Marlow

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