Grimsbury Reservoir
OxfordshireOX16 3TS
| Water type | Reservoir |
|---|---|
| Location | Oxfordshire, East Midlands |
| Postcode | OX16 3TS |
| Rod licence | Environment Agency rod licence required, £36.80/year for 2 rods in 2026, buy at gov.uk |
Data: GilledIt venue directory, July 2026. Confirm details with the fishery before travelling.
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Found in the East Midlands, Grimsbury Reservoir is a reservoir listed on GilledIt. A day ticket or permit is usually needed to fish here. Open GilledIt to see recent catches, weather and directions.
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Grimsbury Reservoir: frequently asked questions
Yes, Grimsbury Reservoir is a fishing venue in Oxfordshire (postcode OX16 3TS). Contact the fishery directly to confirm rules and bookings.
On rivers in England and Wales the coarse-fishing close season runs from 15 March to 15 June inclusive. Most stillwaters and canals, including commercial fisheries, stay open all year, though individual venues set their own rules, so check before travelling.
Yes, anyone aged 13 or over fishing for freshwater fish in England or Wales needs a rod licence, even on private waters like Grimsbury Reservoir. The licence is issued by the Environment Agency. A 12-month 2-rod licence is £36.80 in 2026, and juniors aged 13–16 fish free but must register. Read our full guide at /blog/fishing-licence-uk-guide.
Directory data checked July 2026: locations re-checked for 2,704 venues, 236 official websites verified and 25 dead links removed.
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