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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City Cruises

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Boat Trip

Rotherhithe,

City Cruises is the No.1 sightseeing tour on the Thames! Our cruises departing every 40 minutes, every day of the week, all year round from pier locations at Westminster, London Eye, Tower of London and Greenwich.
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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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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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Macdonald Compleat Angler

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Wedding Organisers & Services

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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Princess Marina National Historic Ship Cruise With Thames Rivercruise

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Heritage & History

Reading

To celebrate being awarded National Historic Ship Of The Year we are hosting intimate river history cruises.
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Coronation Cruises with City Cruises

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Coronation

London

City Cruises is pleased to announce it is giving its sightseeing and some of its dining cruises a special Coronation twist to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III.
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Compleat Angler Hotel - Macdonald Hotels

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Hotel

Marlow

Dating back to the 17th century, the hotel has lovely river views while others are within sight and sound of cascading water over Marlow Weir.
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Sunday Lunch Cruises with Hobbs of Henley

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Participatory Event

Henley On Thames

Sunday Lunch on the Thames at Henley on the spectacular New Orleans
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Windsor & Royal Borough Museum

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Museum

Windsor

The jewel in the Royal Borough's crown, Windsor and Royal Borough Museum is a family friendly museum bursting with interesting facts and interactive displays of East Berkshire.
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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.