River Colne – Rickmansworth

General Description

This mile-long stretch of the River Colne is home to some truly exciting sport.

• Chub & Barbel – hard-fighting and powerful, a key draw for many anglers.
• Roach & Dace shoals – can be located by those willing to roam and explore.
• Bream shoals – huge numbers between the lower Money Weir and the upstream sluice, with individual fish recorded at over 13 lbs.
• Predator fishing – pike and perch provide superb roving sport.
• River carp – very powerful, with fish approaching 30 lbs known to test even the strongest tackle.

A legendary fish in the middle reaches, known locally as “The Beast”, adds an extra element of mystery and challenge to this venue.

There’s also a friendly and regular evening community of dusk-to-midnight anglers, providing both good company and a safe fishing environment.

Planned improvements are underway, including an active stocking programme in conjunction with the Environment Agency.

Opening Dates

16th June – 14th March

Night Tickets

Available – 25 permits issued

Known Species

• Barbel
• Chub
• Bream
• Perch
• Roach
• Dace
• Pike
• Carp

Venue Type

River

Size

Approx. 1 mile

Depth

3 – 5 ft

Swims/Features

• 50 swims
• 1 weirpool and 1 sluice
• Fast-flowing gravel sections
• Deeper, slower glides

Parking & Access

Frogmoor Lane, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 1NB

Extensive free parking available in the main Aquadrome Complex.