Fishing in Chichester: waters near you
1 checked fishery within 15 miles of Chichester, plus 8 river stretches across West Sussex. Closest first.
The lowdown on Chichester waters
Right then — if you're after a bite near Chichester, here's every water we've actually checked close by. Nearest are Chichester Canal (about 1 mile).
Between them you'll find roach, rudd, perch, bream, tench, pike, eel, carp on the cards — open any venue for the lake-by-lake stock, rules and ticket prices we last checked.
Fancy running water? West Sussex has 8 checked river stretches with who holds the rights, how to get a ticket or club book, and live river levels. Rivers fish to their own rhythm, so check the level before you set off.
Rules, prices and access can change, so always give the fishery or club a quick shout before you go. Need bait or a hand picking rigs? Find tackle shops near Chichester, or brush up with a free fishing course.
Map of waters near Chichester
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Fisheries near Chichester
River stretches in West Sussex
River Arun, Pulborough
River Arun · Day ticket or members
A proper rural, tidal Arun stretch at Pulborough, run by CALPAC Angling Club. It’s around 1,500 metres long, can be prolific, and offers day-ticket or members’ fishing from the south bank.
Checked 12 Oct 2026
River Arun at Watersfield
River Arun · Members only
Watersfield is a cracking mile of tidal River Arun, run by Petworth and Bognor Angling Club. It’s a proper mixed-fishery stretch, with shallow bits, deeper glides, reeds and a cheeky gravel run to pick apart.
Checked 12 Oct 2026
River Arun north of Arundel
River Arun · Day ticket
A proper challenging tidal Arun stretch north of Arundel, run by Worthing & District Piscatorial Society. Fast currents, steep slippery banks and flood risk make this one for anglers who fancy a bit of a test — but it can be rewarding once mastered.
Checked 12 Oct 2026
Oakhurst to Bignor
River Arun · Members only
Oakhurst to Bignor is a tranquil, mature bit of non-tidal Arun run by Billingshurst Angling Society. Quiet West Sussex water meadows, proper rural surroundings and fish that’ll reward a bit of graft.
Checked 12 Oct 2026
Lower River Arun, Arundel to Ford Railway Bridge
River Arun · Free fishing on the right bank
A proper tidal Arun run from Arundel down to Ford Railway Bridge, with around 2.5 miles of free fishing on the right bank. Expect changing levels, strong flow and an estuary feel, with mullet the named target.
Checked 12 Oct 2026
River Arun at Greatham Bridge
River Arun · Members only
Greatham Bridge is a natural River Arun bank fishery run by The Rother Angling Club. It’s members-only water, with carp, roach, chub, perch, rudd, pike and bream among the named species.
Checked 12 Oct 2026
River Arun at Lordings Lock
River Arun · Members only or sponsored guest
Lordings Lock is a cracking bit of non-tidal River Arun near Wisborough Green, run by Billingshurst Angling Society. Expect deep gliding bends, changing river character and some proper target fish, including large chub, bream to around 6lb and roach over 2lb.
Checked 12 Oct 2026
Lee Place
River Arun · Club members or authorised guests
Lee Place is a beautiful, secluded section of the non-tidal River Arun, run by Billingshurst Angling Society. It’s proper fishy water too, with big club-match weights, loads of bream and some cracking chub sport.
Checked 12 Oct 2026