The New Dike is an 11.5km waterway offering moderate fishing opportunities across its length. The river maintains a moderate water quality status, providing adequate conditions for a variety of coarse fish species. Anglers can expect reasonable catches in this accessible venue, though conditions may be variable along different sections.
The statutory close season on New Dike runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on New Dike 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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New Dike holds roach, rudd, bream, perch, pike, tench, carp.
Carp are a popular target on New Dike — handle carefully with a landing net and unhooking mat, and return promptly.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish New Dike. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish New Dike, 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 Dike.
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 Dike.
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