How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in London, United Kingdom ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar bite times, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar bite times and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in London, United Kingdom offers surprisingly diverse angling, from iconic River Thames barbel and roach to specimen carp in urban park lakes and predator fishing for pike and zander. Within Greater London you’ll find canals, reservoirs, day-ticket fisheries and wild-feeling river stretches, all easily accessed by public transport and ideal for both beginner and experienced anglers. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:400,313 kmProximity:12.6 %
Moon Phases for London
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major Time:03:02 am - 05:02 am
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minor Time:06:51 am - 08:51 am
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major Time:03:14 pm - 05:14 pm
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minor Time:11:14 pm - 01:14 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview London
London’s fishing scene is built around three main water types: the tidal and non-tidal Thames, the London canal network (Grand Union, Regent’s, Lee Navigation) and a dense spread of park lakes and day-ticket commercials. Each fishes differently through the year, so planning by season matters. Winter on the Thames and canals is prime time for perch, pike and zander, with predators holding around marinas, bridges and warm-water outflows. Spring brings improving silver fish sport with roach, dace and bream shoaling more predictably, while early summer into autumn is the main window for barbel, chub and carp in both rivers and stillwaters.
On the Thames through west and south-west London, barbel are the headline species. Focus on gravel runs, crease lines where fast and slow water meet and the tails of boat channels. A simple running ledger rig with 8–12 mm pellets or meat on strong line is the staple approach. In coloured or rising water, step up feeder size and fish slightly shorter hooklengths to keep baits nailed to the deck. Summer evenings are especially productive; keep feed tight by casting to the same clip and resist topping up too aggressively once fish arrive.
For roach, dace and skimmers in central and outer London, the Thames, Lee Navigation and canals respond well to classic float and feeder work. On canals, a 4–6 m pole or light waggler set just overdepth with groundbait and pinkie, maggot or small worm segments is dependable. Feed little and often, starting cautiously until you gauge fish response. On the Thames, cage feeder tactics with a dark, fine groundbait and double maggot or caster will pick out better roach and the odd bonus bream. Target steady glides, downstream of bridges and inside lines of bends where flow eases.
Predator anglers in London do well by working structure. Perch stack tight to moored boats, lock cuts, concrete pilings and overhanging cover on the Thames and canals. Small soft plastics on jig heads, 3–7 g, fished slowly near bottom are deadly. In colder months, pause frequently to trigger takes. Pike and zander prefer deeper holes, marinas and the edges of main boat channels; wobbling deadbaits at first light and last knockings can out-fish lures on pressured stretches. Always use wire or heavy fluorocarbon traces and check for damage after every fish.
London’s park lakes and club waters provide reliable carp and mixed coarse fishing. In clearer, weedy venues, light leads, short fluorocarbon hooklinks and subtle wafters or sweetcorn produce consistent bites. On more heavily stocked commercials, method feeders with micro pellets and small banded wafters excel; keep casts tight to features like islands, margins and reed lines. Summer carp often patrol margins, so arrive early, travel light and feed tiny pockets of pellets or chopped boilie to intercept them at your feet.
Across all London venues, stealth and accuracy are big advantages. Busy urban banks mean fish are used to noise, but they still shy away from repeated heavy leads and clumsy bankside movement. Use line clips, count down your rigs to depth and line up casts on distant markers to build small, tight fishing areas. By matching tactics to water type and season, London’s canals, rivers and park lakes can deliver consistent, varied fishing within minutes of the city’s transport hubs.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater London area
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 2 main harbours in this area.
London - 2.85380445752km, Lee Valley Marina Springfield - 8.57701489516km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby London. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Duck Island - 0.701548024km , Tyburn Brook - 2.78738391785km , The Serpentine - 2.84872325739km , London - 2.85380445752km , The Long Water - 3.44054415837km , Boating Lake - 3.86521865199km , Round Pond - 3.99725785241km , Surrey Docks - 6.06272209058km , Greenland Dock - 6.38457433814km , River Lea - 6.47883756835km , River Wandle - 8.30782766952km , Lee Valley Marina Springfield - 8.57701489516km , Chiswick Eyot - 8.65960700124km , Walthamstow Marshes - 8.72948420796km , Queen's Mere (pond) - 11.02543795257km , Oliver's Island - 11.09829081369km , Brentford Ait - 11.96015689682km , Hollow Ponds - 12.26652027501km , Lot's Ait - 12.28155507465km , Beverley Brook - 12.39110219906km , Johnsons Island - 12.81857116294km , Thomson's Pond - 13.4071755908km , Lincoln Island - 13.58981942533km , Rook Island - 13.62442955617km , Corporation Island - 13.9163805578km , Glover's Island - 14.11743146017km , Isleworth Ait - 14.24284832056km , Higham's Park Lake - 14.70642537433km , Eel Pie Island - 15.50747934507km , Tripcock Point - 15.70273738007km , Trowlock Island - 15.78700593198km , Steven's Eyots - 15.93404034226km , Barking Point - 16.18187091594km , River Roding - 16.85277721517km , Ravens Ait - 17.76781425675km , Crane Park Island - 19.00859268674km , Thames Ditton Island - 19.15644466102km , Boyle Farm Island - 19.16729874833km , Ash Island - 19.17072696206km , Taggs Island - 19.25099327114km
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