Severn Estuary

River Severn
~45 mi
From
Gloucester (above tidal limit)
To
Bristol Channel (Severn Bridge / Severn Estuary)

A stretch on the River Severn running from Gloucester (above tidal limit) to Bristol Channel (Severn Bridge / Severn Estuary), approximately ~45 mi, on the both bank. EA rod licence (sea fishing byelaws apply) CONFIRMED from wheresthefish.uk and severntidal.co.uk (June 2026). Free fishing — valid rod licence required, no additional permit needed. Species include Bass, Flounder, Eel, European Smelt, Shad and Salmon.

Permits

Season Ticket £
Day Ticket £
Night Fishing
Needs Verification per location
Where To Buy
wheresthefish.uk/south-west/gloucestershire

Parking

Parking Information
Various foreshore car parks — Arlingham, Newnham, Lydney, Sharpness, Awre, Aust

Species

Bass
Flounder
Eel
European Smelt
Shad
Salmon
At a Glance
Controller
Free Fishing
Bank
Both
Access
Free
Night fishing
No
Pegs
Postcode

Last Verified - July 2026

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