The Andover Canal is a short, peaceful 3.5km waterway offering intimate canal fishing in Hampshire. It provides a sheltered environment ideal for beginners and those seeking quiet angling, with gentle gradient and consistent depths throughout its length.
Andover Canal observes the standard close season: No close season (canals & stillwaters). Always check local byelaws before your visit. A rod licence alone does not grant access — most stretches require club membership or a day ticket in addition.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Andover Canal holds roach, rudd, bream, tench, pike, perch, carp.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Andover Canal. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
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To fish Andover Canal, you need a valid EA rod licence, available online from gov.uk. Annual, day and 8-day licences are available. In addition to the rod licence, you will need club membership or a day ticket from the controlling angling club or riparian owner for most stretches of Andover Canal.
Always check conditions before you visit. Water quality, access and rules can change seasonally. The EA's Catchment Data Explorer provides up-to-date water quality information for Andover Canal.
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