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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The Boatman

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Restaurant

Windsor

The Boatman is an historic riverside pub on the River Thames in the shadow of Windsor Castle overlooking Eton Bridge. The main historic building dates from 1829 when it was built to serve the river trade and it has been a pub/restaurant ever since…
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Hobbs of Henley - King Charles Coronation Afternoon Tea Cruise

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Coronation

Henley On Thames

Celebrate King Charles's Coronation with us aboard The New Orleans for a quintessential Afternoon Tea on the royal River Thames.
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Reading Water Fest

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Festival

Reading

Reading Water Fest will be the flagship event to mark the 900th anniversary of Reading Abbey. It will feature an exciting mix of arts, culture and heritage, through live and digital performances, activities and workshops
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London Luxury Afloat

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Show / Display

London

Bringing the very best of luxury yachting to the heart of London, London Luxury Afloat is a new showcase event taking place at St. Katharine Docks, RivertThames, central London.
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Vintage Afternoon Tea Cruises with Hobbs of Henley

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Participatory Event

Henley On Thames

A quintessentially English afternoon tea with a twist, on the spectacular New Orleans, Henley on Thames.
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Abingdon

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Towns & Villages

Abingdon

The Vale of White Horse's largest town can be reached on foot from the Thames Path or by boat from the river. By road it is only 6 miles, 10 kilometres from Oxford.
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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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MDL Marinas

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Marinas & Services

MDL Marinas has 40 years operating in the marina sector and has 18 marinas in the UK. With beautiful locations it is committed to environmental improvement and supports The Green Blue; the environmental awareness campaign for the boating community.
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Bray

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Towns & Villages

A pretty riverside parish with a three-mile frontage on the Thames between Maidenhead and Windsor, Bray has become a very popular stopping place for visitors to the Royal Borough as it features a wealth of cottages, houses and fine dining.
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Hobbs of Henley Boat Hire

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Boat Trip

Henley-on-Thames

Hobbs provides a variety of ways to enjoy the Royal River Thames from public cruises or self-drive and chauffeur-driven days out, to its newest boats, luxury Linssen self-drive cruisers, the only ones for hire in the UK. Ideal for that special…