The Channel is a short lowland river approximately 9.5km in length, offering accessible fishing in a pastoral setting. It typically holds a modest fish population suitable for beginner to intermediate anglers, with relatively gentle flows and mixed habitat including pools and shallow runs.
Anglers should note the close season on The 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.
Filter by water type, species and access. View The Channel and thousands of other UK fishing venues on the interactive map.
The Channel holds roach, dace, chub, pike, perch, eel.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish The Channel. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
Image via Wikipedia · Used under Creative Commons licence
To fish The 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 The 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 The Channel.
Other UK fishing waters near The Channel on PiscaMaps:
