The Waits, St Ives

River Great Ouse
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PE27 5BY
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From
Just upstream of St Ives town centre
To
Same general area (compact spot, not a long linear stretch)

The Waits is a free canalised backwater of the River Great Ouse just upstream of St Ives town centre. Access: Free (Environment Agency rod licence only).

Permits

Season Ticket £
Not applicable — open access
Day Ticket £
Not applicable — free, no ticket needed
Night Fishing
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Where To Buy
Not applicable (EA rod licence required)

Parking

Parking Information
St Ives town-centre car parks nearby

Species

Perch
At a Glance
Controller
Free Fishing
Bank
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Access
Free
Night fishing
No
Pegs
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Postcode
PE27 5BY

Last Verified - August 2026

Location
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