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River Witham
Anton's Gowt to Boston (East Bank)

Anton's Gowt to Boston (East Bank)

River Witham
~2.4 mi
PE22 7BE
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From
Anton's Gowt
To
Grand Sluice, Boston

Anton's Gowt to Boston (East Bank) is a free stretch of the River Witham from Anton's Gowt to Grand Sluice, Boston (about 2.4 mi). No permit is needed beyond a valid Environment Agency rod licence. Fishing is free from the east bank only, past Witham Way Country Park; the west bank is Boston & District Angling Association water. It holds a general mix of coarse fish. Night fishing is not restricted by any club.

Permits

Season Ticket £
Not required. Free fishing with a valid Environment Agency rod licence.
Day Ticket £
Not required. Free fishing with a valid Environment Agency rod licence.
Night Fishing
No club rules apply on free water, so night fishing is not restricted by a club. Follow the national rod fishing byelaws and any local signs, and do not camp on the bank.
Where To Buy
No permit needed. Environment Agency rod licence from gov.uk/fishing-licences

Parking

Parking Information
Witham Way Country Park: main entrance and car park next to Boston Town Football Club, off Tattershall Road, Boston.

Species

Roach
Chub
Pike
Perch
Dace
Gudgeon
Bream
Carp
Eel
Rudd
Tench
At a Glance
Controller
Free Fishing
Bank
Left
Access
Free
Night fishing
Yes
Pegs
No pegs. Free bank fishing, so pick your own spot.
Postcode
PE22 7BE

Last Verified - October 2026

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