Grantham Town Water

River Witham
~2 mi
NG31 9BB
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From
Dysart Park
To
Bottom end of Queen Elizabeth Park

Grantham Town Water is a free stretch of the River Witham, about 2 miles of fishing wherever the riverside footpath gives access through Grantham, where South Kesteven District Council allows fishing. No permit is needed beyond a valid Environment Agency rod licence. Species include trout, grayling, chub and dace. Night fishing is not restricted by any club, but the water runs through public parks.

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 this free town water, so night fishing is not restricted by a club. The water runs through public parks, so check park opening times and any local signs.
Where To Buy
No permit needed. Environment Agency rod licence from gov.uk/fishing-licences

Parking

Parking Information
Town-centre parking in Grantham. The riverside footpath runs through Wyndham Park and Queen Elizabeth Park.

Species

Chub
Dace
Grayling
Trout
At a Glance
Controller
South Kesteven District Council
Bank
Right
Access
Free
Night fishing
Yes
Pegs
No pegs. Fish wherever the riverside footpath gives access.
Postcode
NG31 9BB

Last Verified - October 2026

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