Shifford Lock / Weir (EA)

River Thames

0.1 mi

OX18 2EJ

From

Day's Lock

Day's Weir pool

Shifford Lock / Weir (EA) is a stretch on the River Thames from Day's Lock to Day's Weir pool (~0.1 mi), controlled by Environment Agency. Fishing here requires an EA lock and weir permit, available at gov.uk. Species include General Coarse. Night fishing is not permitted.

Permits

Season Ticket £

EA lock and weir fishing permit: Adult £38 / Concession £24 (60+, junior 13-16, Blue Badge). Buy at gov.uk/guidance/river-thames-lock-and-weir-fishing or call 03708 506 506. Season 16 June to 14 March. No keepnets. 2 rods max.

Day Ticket £

EA permit only — same as season ticket

Night Fishing

No — dawn to dusk only at all EA lock and weir sites.

Where To Buy

gov.uk/guidance/river-thames-lock-and-weir-fishing

Parking

Parking Information

Chimney village (local restrictions). No parking at lock. Toilets available at lock.

Species

General Coarse

At a Glance

Controller

Environment Agency (Thames)

Bank

Lock island

Access

EA Lock & Weir Permit

Night fishing

Pegs

Limited weir pool pegs

Postcode

OX18 2EJ

Last Verified - May 2026

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