The Reading Sewer is a 10.8km watercourse that offers a mixed fishing experience with reasonable diversity of coarse species. Despite its name, this river holds a surprising number of fish including bream, pike and perch, making it worth exploring for anglers seeking varied sport. The moderate water quality suggests conditions are suitable for fishing but anglers should be mindful of seasonal variations and local water conditions.
The statutory close season on Reading Sewer runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Reading Sewer 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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Reading Sewer holds bream, roach, rudd, tench, perch, pike, gudgeon, eel, bleak.
Pike fishing is a highlight on Reading Sewer — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Reading Sewer. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Reading Sewer, 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 Reading Sewer.
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 Reading Sewer.
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