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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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Windsor & Royal Borough Museum

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Museum

Windsor

The Windsor & Royal Borough Museum is a registered/accredited, family-friendly and accessible small local history museum in a Grade 1 listed building completed in 1689.
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Benson

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Towns & Villages

Benson, once known as Bensington, is a large Thames-side village in South Oxfordshire, a short distance from Wallingford
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Oxford

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Towns & Villages

Even the name 'Oxenford' recalls the city's close links to the Thames (or Isis as it's called locally), where oxen and wagons could safely cross the river.
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Tina Turner Tribute Dinner Party With City Cruises

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Participatory Event

London

The R.S. Hispaniola is presenting a Tina Turner tribute dinner on the fabulously located restaurant ship permanently moored on the Victoria Embankment, London.
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P&O Ferries

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Boat

Dover

Sail from Calais to Dover where you can continue your onward journey towards the River Thames.
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City Cruises

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Conferences & Weddings Conferences Category

Rotherhithe, London

Choose London’s no 1 private boat hire on the Thames - City Cruises for your conference or meeting.
We offer tailored experiences and full event catering all tied together with proven event management skills. Speak with us for a quotation and…
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Sir Christopher Wren Hotel & Spa

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Windsor

The historical Sir Christopher Wren Hotel sits directly on the River Thames in Royal Windsor.
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Macdonald Compleat Angler

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Conferences & Weddings Conferences Category

Marlow

The renowned Macdonald Compleat Angler is a classic 400 year old English Country House located in an idyllic location on the banks of the River Thames. The high quality award winning cuisine sets it apart from many.
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Spa at The Runnymede on Thames

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Spa

Egham

Come and work out, wind down and drift away into a state of bliss at the spa at the runnymede-on-thames in Surrey. We put the treat into treatments… the bubbles into spa.
Discover our indoor and outdoor swimming pools, whirlpool bath, saunas,…
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Eton

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Towns & Villages

On the opposite bank of the River Thames from Windsor lies the town of Eton. Connected by a footbridge, Eton has an importance of its own both historically and commercially.