Nut Brook is a short canal section spanning 0.4km that offers diverse fishing opportunities for coarse anglers. The water quality is currently poor, which may impact fish health and behavior. Despite challenging conditions, the canal holds a good variety of species including pike, perch, and other coarse fish, though anglers should exercise caution given the poor status ratings.
The statutory close season on Nut Brook runs No close season (canals & stillwaters). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Nut Brook 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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Nut Brook holds barbel, bream, chub, roach, tench, dace, perch, pike.
Pike fishing is a highlight on Nut Brook — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Nut Brook. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Nut Brook, 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 Nut Brook.
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 Nut Brook.
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