The Newmill Channel is a 5.8km waterway offering diverse fishing opportunities across a range of species. This moderate-quality river provides good potential for both coarse and game fish anglers, with varied habitat supporting healthy populations of bream, pike, and trout amongst other species.
Anglers should note the close season on Newmill Channel: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Club membership or day ticket access is required in addition to your EA rod licence on most stretches.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Newmill Channel holds bream, chub, roach, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, trout, salmon, eel.
Salmon fishing on Newmill Channel requires a separate migratory salmonid licence from the EA in addition to the standard rod licence. Bag limits and season dates apply.
Trout fishing on Newmill Channel 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 Newmill Channel — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Newmill Channel. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Newmill Channel, 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 Newmill Channel.
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 Newmill Channel.
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