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Furnivall Gardens, Hammersmith riverside
FreeRiverside park and towpath at Hammersmith, on the tidal Thames between Putney and Chiswick. Along with Putney, this stretch is specifically noted as holding pike, perch, mullet and even bass on the right tides, a reminder of how far up the brackish influence reaches in central-west London.
Access: Free bank fishing, no ticket required. EA rod licence required (England freshwater)
Parking: Hammersmith town centre car parks; a short walk down from Hammersmith Bridge.
Species you can expect
| Species | Best season |
|---|---|
| Pike | Autumn, Winter |
| Perch | Autumn, Winter |
| Mullet | Summer, Autumn |
| Bass | Summer, Autumn |
| Roach | Autumn, Winter, Spring |
Tidal and brackish enough here for occasional estuary species alongside the usual coarse fish - time trips around the tide.
Fishing UK freshwater in England or Wales requires a valid Environment Agency rod licence for anyone aged 13+. Check if you need one and buy online.
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