Christchurch Meadow Oxford — Free Fishing

River Thames
0.5 mi
OX1 4AW
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From
Christ Church Meadow river walk entrance
To
Downstream boundary at Donnington Bridge

Christchurch Meadow Oxford — Free Fishing is a free fishing stretch on the River Thames, running from Christ Church Meadow river walk entrance to Downstream boundary at Donnington Bridge, approximately 0.5 mi. No permit is required beyond a valid EA rod licence. Species include Bream, Perch, Roach, Chub, Pike. Night fishing is not permitted.

Permits

Season Ticket £
Free — no day ticket
Day Ticket £
No permit required
Night Fishing
Not confirmed — public park, unlikely
Where To Buy
OX1 4AW

Parking

Parking Information
Night NO — Christchurch Meadow gates locked at night. No parking on site. | No parking available at Christchurch Meadow. Find parking nearby in Oxford and walk. Wheelchair accessible platform near Wolsey Road. Source: visitthames.co.uk May 2026.

Species

Roach
Bream
Chub
Perch
Pike
Carp
At a Glance
Controller
Free Fishing
Bank
Both
Access
Free
Night fishing
No
Pegs
Open bank — no fixed pegs (public meadow)
Postcode
OX1 4AW

Last Verified - May 2026

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