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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Runnymede

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Windsor Road, Egham

The Borough of Runnymede is famous for its monuments, the most famous being the one to commemorate the Magna Carta. The area is a riverside setting of meadows, grassland and woodland with a network of pleasant paths and pleasure gardens.
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New Year's Eve Dinner Plus Cruise with City Cruises

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New Year

London

Gala Dinner New Year's Eve Cruise with City Cruises
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Reading Walks Festival

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Walking

Reading

Reading Walks Festival is across nine days 11-19 May 2024, over 50 guided walks will bring to life the stories, heritage, wildlife and landscapes of Reading and the surrounding countryside.
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Hobbs of Henley - King Charles Coronation 'A Right Royal Knees Up' with DJ One Deck

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Participatory Event

Henley On Thames

Celebrate King Charles III's Coronation with a fun cruise on the royal River Thames
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Le Boat on the River Thames - The Royal Cruise

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Self-Catering

Surbiton

Le Boat provides self-drive boating holidays on the River Thames with two bases Benson and Chertsey.
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Compleat Angler On The Lawn at Macdonald Compleat Angler

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Restaurant

Marlow

The warmer summer months offer an opportunity to dine outside, and what could be better than on the lawn of this idyllic hotel on the banks of the River Thames.
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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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Southern Oxfordshire

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Towns & Villages

Whether you are plan a relaxing weekend away or a short family break, you'll be sure to find a range of attractions and activities to keep everyone happy. Southern Oxfordshire is a treasure trove waiting to be explored.
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Hobbs of Henley Santa Cruise

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Christmas

Henley On Thames

Bring the magic of the festive season home to your family a little earlier this year with an entertainment-packed trip down the Thames and a visit from Father Christmas. Hobbs of Henley's ever popular Santa Cruises feature the fantastically…