Bottoms Drain is a modest 5.8km watercourse offering intimate small-water fishing opportunities typical of lowland drains. The presence of both trout and eels suggests reasonable habitat diversity, though the modest length limits the variety of fishing sections available to anglers.
The statutory close season on Bottoms Drain runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Bottoms Drain are typically held by local angling clubs — check with the relevant club or day ticket provider before visiting.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Bottoms Drain holds trout, eel.
Trout fishing on Bottoms Drain may be subject to season restrictions set by the local club or riparian owner — always confirm before your session.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Bottoms Drain. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Bottoms Drain, 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 Bottoms Drain.
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 Bottoms Drain.
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