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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Hobbs of Henley

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Conferences & Weddings Conferences Category

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.
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The Lock Bar and Kitchen

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Restaurant

Egham

The Lock Bar and Kitchen located on the banks of the River Thames right beside the ‘Bell Weir Lock’ offers a sense of occasion without pretence, in a relaxed and informal setting.
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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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The Lounge at The Runnymede on Thames

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Café

Egham

Comfy seating and light bites.
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TBS Boats

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Boat Sales / Brokers

Bray, MAIDENHEAD

Thames Boat Sales have a large selection of both, new and used, river and coastal boats for sale; most are available for viewing on our dedicated sales pontoons at Bray Marine Sales and Penton Hook Marine Sales.
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Windsor

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Towns & Villages

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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City Cruises

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Boat Trip

Rotherhithe,

City Cruises is the No.1 sightseeing tour on the Thames! Our cruises departing every 30 minutes, every day of the week, all year round.
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Sir Christopher Wren Hotel & Spa

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Conferences & Weddings Conferences Category

Windsor

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