1. United Kingdom

Fishing in the United Kingdom

Fishing in United Kingdom includes saltwater fishing along the coastline as well as freshwater opportunities in rivers and lakes. Nearshore fishing targets a mix of coastal and reef species, while offshore trips often focus on pelagic fish such as tuna and mackerel depending on season and location.

Types of species in the United Kingdom

Carp
Carp
Pike
Pike
Perch
Perch
Trout
Trout
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Top fishing spots in the United Kingdom

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Bristol Channel

England, United Kingdom

4.5
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River Thames

England, United Kingdom

4.0
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River Great Ouse

England, United Kingdom

4.5
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Forth and Clyde Canal

Scotland, United Kingdom

4.5
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Leeds and Liverpool Canal

England, United Kingdom

4.2
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Poole Harbour

England, United Kingdom

4.2
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Moreton Mere (Brickworks)

England, United Kingdom

4.3
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Fisherwick

England, United Kingdom

4.7
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Grand Union Canal

England, United Kingdom

4.2
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River Severn

England, United Kingdom

4.8
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Biggest catches in the United Kingdom

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United Kingdom fishing reports

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Thornback ray

Bristol Channel

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Shortspine spurdog

Bristol Channel

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Northern pike

Fisherwick

27 in · 4 lb

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Northern pike

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

12 in · 3 oz

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Starry smooth-hound

Bristol Channel

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Starry smooth-hound

Bristol Channel

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Brown trout

White Cart Water

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Brown trout

White Cart Water

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Brown trout

White Cart Water

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Brown trout

River Clyde

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FAQ about fishing in the United Kingdom

🐟 What are the best fish species to catch in the United Kingdom?
Some of the most popular species anglers target in the United Kingdom include Carp, Pike, and Perch. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across the United Kingdom.
🌊 Where are the top fishing spots in the United Kingdom?
Some of the most popular fishing spots in the United Kingdom include Bristol Channel, River Thames, and River Great Ouse. Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in the United Kingdom, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
🎣 What are anglers currently catching in the United Kingdom?
Recent catches logged in the United Kingdom include Northern pike, Brown trout, and European perch, with active reports coming in from waters like Bristol Channel and Leeds and Liverpool Canal. What's biting changes week to week depending on weather, water temperature, and season.

Open the to see the latest reports from the United Kingdom in real time — including bait, conditions, and exact locations.
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Popular States in the United Kingdom
N IrelandEnglandScotlandWales
Popular species in the United Kingdom
Common carpNorthern pikeMirror carpEuropean perchBrown troutEuropean seabassCommon roachCommon breamEuropean chubRainbow troutAtlantic mackerelCommon barbelTenchAtlantic codWhitingBallan wrasseLesser spotted dogfishWels catfishStarry smooth-houndPollackAlaska pollockCommon ruddEuropean congerEuropean graylingCrucian carpExplore species
Popular fishing waters in the United Kingdom
Bristol ChannelRiver ThamesRiver Great OuseForth and Clyde CanalLeeds and Liverpool CanalPoole HarbourMoreton Mere (Brickworks)FisherwickGrand Union CanalRiver SevernWhite Cart WaterRiver TrentRiver WandleOrchard LakesRiver AvonThe SolentLoch LomondHillend LochRiver ClydeRiver WeyPopular Waters