The Tillmire Drain is a small lowland watercourse of 5.3km suitable for coarse fishing in its lower reaches. This intimate drainage channel meanders through agricultural land with limited accessibility and modest depths, offering a quiet fishing experience away from more pressured waters. Expect typical drainage ditch conditions with silted bottom and vegetated margins.
Anglers should note the close season on Tillmire Drain: 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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Tillmire Drain holds roach, rudd, perch, pike, tench, bream.
Pike fishing is a highlight on Tillmire Drain — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Tillmire Drain. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Tillmire Drain, 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 Tillmire Drain.
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 Tillmire Drain.
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