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Herrings Stream is a 12.4km river offering diverse fishing opportunities across its length. Despite poor water quality conditions, the river supports a healthy fish population with excellent prospects for catching multiple coarse and game fish species. Anglers can expect good action on Carp, Bream, and Trout throughout the year.
The statutory close season on Herrings Stream runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Herrings Stream 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.
Herrings Stream holds carp, bream, chub, roach, rudd, tench, dace, perch, gudgeon, trout, eel.
Carp are a popular target on Herrings Stream — handle carefully with a landing net and unhooking mat, and return promptly.
Trout fishing on Herrings Stream 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 Herrings Stream. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Herrings Stream, 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 Herrings Stream.
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 Herrings Stream.
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