Fishing
Discover the tranquil pleasures of fishing Britain's canal and rivers, find fisheries near you and read our fishing guidelines.
Fishing is one of the best ways to experience Britain's slow-flowing canals and rivers. Fishing rights to many stretches of our canal network belong to local fisheries or angling clubs. You can find their contact details using our 'find a fishery' search. Read More
Canals boast both coarse and game fisheries, with carp, roach, barbel, tench and pike being among the most common fish species. Our listings of individual fisheries often detail the species you can catch there.
Before you go fishing on any canal or river you will need to purchase your rod licence from the Environment Agency.
Find a fishery
If you own a fishery which does not currently appear in our search - or if you would like the details of your fishery to be amended - please contact the Environment Agency.
Want to read more?
Hooked on fishing? Read our articles on night fishing and kayak fishing. Or learn more about the voracious predator, Zander.
Angling clubs can download our angling safety policy.
Find out about our National Angling Advisory Group
Follow the fisheries team on twitter @CRTFisheries
Environmental alert - invasive species
Read about non-native shrimp
Stop the spread of invasive species
Keep our canals and rivers flowing
As a charity we need your help to protect and enhance our cherished canals and rivers. Find out how you can get involved, donate to us or volunteer.
