Sonning Lock — Free Fishing (EA)

River Thames
0.2 mi
RG4 6TU
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From
Sonning Lock
To
End of public bank downstream

Sonning Lock — Free Fishing (EA) is a free fishing stretch on the River Thames, running from Sonning Lock to End of public bank downstream, approximately 0.2 mi. No permit is required beyond a valid EA rod licence. Species include Bream, Perch, Roach, Chub, Pike. Night fishing is permitted.

Permits

Season Ticket £
Free — no day ticket
Day Ticket £
Online at gov.uk or on bank at lock
Night Fishing
Yes (with restriction) — Upstream of lock: all season. Downstream to Sonning Road Bridge (towpath side): 1st November to 14th March only.
Where To Buy
RG4 6TU

Parking

Parking Information
Night NO — dawn to dusk at EA lock sites. Park in Sonning village RG4 6TU.

Species

Chub
Roach
Perch
Bream
Pike
Carp
At a Glance
Controller
Free Fishing
Bank
East
Access
Free
Night fishing
Yes
Pegs
Open bank — no fixed pegs
Postcode
RG4 6TU

Last Verified - May 2026

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