The River Ray is a productive lowland coarse fishery offering excellent opportunities for barbel, bream, and chub throughout its 43km length. The river's moderate water quality supports a healthy, diverse fish population with good sport potential across both summer and winter months. Access is available at various points along the valley, though most stretches require permits from local fishing clubs or the Environment Agency.
Anglers should note the close season on River Ray: 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 Ray holds barbel, bream, chub, roach, tench, dace, perch, pike, gudgeon, bleak.
Pike fishing is a highlight on River Ray — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish River Ray. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
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To fish River Ray, 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 Ray.
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 Ray.
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