The Weaver Navigation is an 8.4km canal offering diverse fishing opportunities across a range of coarse and game species. Despite its accessible length, anglers should be aware that water quality issues currently impact the fishery, which may affect catch rates and fish health. The presence of pike, perch, and barbel suggests potential for worthwhile sport when conditions allow.
Weaver Navigation holds barbel, chub, roach, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, grayling, trout, salmon, eel. Pike are the apex predator on this canal — lure and deadbait tactics both produce well in autumn and winter.
An Environment Agency rod licence is required alongside a Canal & River Trust day or annual fishing licence. Both available online.
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To fish Weaver Navigation, you need a valid Environment Agency rod licence, available from gov.uk, plus a Canal & River Trust fishing licence or day permit. Both can be purchased online before your visit. Day tickets, weekly and annual CRT licences are all available.
The towpath alongside Weaver Navigation provides bank access for most of its length. Some stretches may be managed by local angling clubs — check for club-only water before setting up. Always leave gates as you find them and take all litter home.