Thamesmead
FreeA wide-open stretch of the Thames along the riverside promenade at Thamesmead, with the river running noticeably broader here than further upstream. Flounder is the most common flatfish on this stretch, with codling and whiting turning up over winter and school bass and silver eels adding variety through the warmer months.
Access: Free shore access along the Thames Path at Thamesmead, no rod licence needed for sea fishing
Parking: Parking around Thamesmead, access via the Thames Path riverside promenade
Last updated: 16 September 2026
Species you can expect
| Species | Best season |
|---|---|
| Flounder | All-year |
| Codling | All-year |
| Whiting | Winter |
| Bass | Summer |
| Eel | Summer |
Worm baits are the reliable all-round choice here, with squid, mackerel and peeler crab also worth having in the bag. Flounder is the most consistent species, whiting picks up in winter, and school bass and silver eels are the summer variety.
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