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The New Cut Drain is a 10.1km waterway offering diverse fishing opportunities across its length. This moderately-sized drain supports a healthy mixed fishery with good populations of coarse fish, making it an accessible venue for anglers seeking variety. The moderate water quality means conditions can be variable, but the presence of quality species like barbel and pike indicates reasonable potential.
The statutory close season on New Cut Drain runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on New Cut 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.
New Cut Drain holds barbel, chub, roach, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, eel, bleak.
Pike fishing is a highlight on New Cut Drain — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish New Cut Drain. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish New Cut 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 New Cut 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 New Cut Drain.
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