The Long Water
WestminsterW2 2AR
| Location | Westminster, London |
|---|---|
| Postcode | W2 2AR |
| 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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The Long Water is a named lake in London, listed in the GilledIt directory. Confirm access, permits and any club rules before fishing. See it on the map and log your session in GilledIt.
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The Long Water: frequently asked questions
Yes, The Long Water is a fishing venue in Westminster (postcode W2 2AR). 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 The Long Water. 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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