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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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Bel & The Dragon, Windsor

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Restaurant

Windsor

Bel and The Dragon Windsor is a restaurant and tearoom situated in the very heart of this historic town. Housed in the buildings of an 11th century alehouse this watering hole is steeped in as much history as the town itself.
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Leander Club

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Guest House

Leander Club welcomes non-members to their historic Clubhouse during its quieter periods. A 5 star venue at a 3 star price and an opportunity to visit the most successful Olympic sports club in the world.
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Costa Coffee (Windsor Yards)

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Café

Windsor

Creating great coffee is an art that takes time and skill to perfect, and with 40 years of experience we like to think that we've done just that.
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Swinford Museum

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Museum

Filkins

Tools and artefacts relating to domestic life and rural trades and crafts that are particular to this Cotswold village.
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Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

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Animal Collection / Zoo

Burford

Wildlife park in 200 acres of gardens and woodland - variety of animals from all over the world.
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Best Western Calcot Hotel

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Hotel

Reading

A medium-sized privately run hotel. Ideally located for visiting Reading and Newbury. Stay over to visit all the Thames Valley attractions. Comfortable accommodation, restaurant and bar.
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Marsh House

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Bed & Breakfast

WALLINGFORD

A large family house in quiet location next to River Thames and Thames Path. Easy access to Oxford, Henley and London.
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The Eagle and Child

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Pubs

Oxford

The Eagle and Child pub has a famous literary past, JRR Tolkien became involved with an informal literary group of staff and students known as the 'Inklings', including C S Lewis and Charles Williams, which met on Tuesday nights in the pub.
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Fredrick's Hotel Restaurant Spa (C&E)

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Hotel

Maidenhead

This calm yet convenient sanctuary with attractive gardens is located in the quiet suburbs of Maidenhead, 20 minutes from London Heathrow and 30 minutes from central London.
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Priory Cottages

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Historic House / Palace

Steventon

Former monastic buildings converted to 2 houses. The south cottage contains the Great Hall of the original priory.