The River Lox is a productive mixed fishery offering both coarse and game fishing opportunities across its 32.6km length. The river supports a healthy population of carp, barbel, and pike, making it attractive to specimen hunters, whilst its grayling and trout populations provide good sport for fly fishers in clearer sections. Access is generally available through permits from local angling clubs and the Environment Agency, though some stretches may be privately owned.
Anglers should note the close season on River Lox: 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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River Lox holds common carp, carp, barbel, bream, chub, roach, rudd, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, grayling, trout, salmon, eel, bleak.
Carp are a popular target on River Lox — handle carefully with a landing net and unhooking mat, and return promptly.
Salmon fishing on River Lox 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 River Lox may be subject to season restrictions set by the local club or riparian owner — always confirm before your session.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish River Lox. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish River Lox, 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 River Lox.
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 River Lox.
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