The Erewash Canal is a 17.6km urban waterway offering steady sport for coarse anglers, particularly in the lower reaches where barbel and bream are well-established. Despite poor water quality conditions, fish stocks remain healthy, making it a worthwhile destination for anglers targeting chub and roach along its accessible towpath. Permits are required and can typically be obtained through the Canal & River Trust or local angling clubs.
The statutory close season on Erewash Canal runs No close season (canals & stillwaters). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Erewash Canal are typically held by local angling clubs — check with the relevant club or day ticket provider before visiting.
Sections of Erewash Canal are covered by the Canal & River Trust Waterway Wanderers scheme, allowing members to fish designated stretches with a CRT licence.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Erewash Canal holds barbel, bream, chub, roach, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, grayling, trout, eel, ruffe.
Trout fishing on Erewash Canal may be subject to season restrictions set by the local club or riparian owner — always confirm before your session.
Pike fishing is a highlight on Erewash Canal — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Erewash Canal. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
Waterway Wanderers stretches:
A CRT fishing licence is required. Stretches are marked on the bank with Waterway Wanderers signage.
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To fish Erewash 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 Erewash 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 Erewash Canal.
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