Rushy Bottom
West SussexRH17 7AY
| Location | West Sussex, South East England |
|---|---|
| Postcode | RH17 7AY |
| 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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Rushy Bottom is a pool in South East England. It's a members- or permit-only water, so check access before travelling. Open GilledIt to see recent catches, weather and directions.
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Rushy Bottom: frequently asked questions
Yes, Rushy Bottom is a fishing venue in West Sussex (postcode RH17 7AY). 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 Rushy Bottom. 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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