Cliveden Reach (Uxbridge Rovers AC via TVAA)

River level

The lowdown

• The key bit first: this isn’t National Trust or council fishing. The fishing rights sit with Thames Valley Angling Association, or TVAA.
• Access is around Islet Road and Boulter’s Lock. The affiliated-club page gives the Cliveden/Islet Road postcode as SL6 8LE.
• The surrounding scene is proper Thames stuff — a broad river with wooded banks around Cliveden. Cliveden House sits above wooded slopes on the opposite bank.
• This is described as a wide, deep Thames venue. So expect a substantial bit of river rather than a tiny, intimate stream. Nice and open in feel, even with all those trees around it.
• The nearby village context is Cookham, with the stretch also sitting close to Maidenhead Court. Geograph identifies the river view as Cliveden Reach.
• There’s no published peg count and no measured length for the reach. Best not to assume every visible bank section is fishable — stick to the permitted access.
• No Cliveden-specific species list is published, so there’s no reliable fish roll-call to work from here. Keep expectations sensible and check the club’s current information.
• The TVAA rules are straightforward but important: return every fish, keep the place tidy, and don’t cut trees or bankside vegetation. Bonfires and barbecues are out too.
• A maximum of two rods is allowed. You’ll also need a current Environment Agency rod licence and must follow the EA byelaws. Night fishing isn’t specifically stated for Cliveden.
• We're not sure on ticket prices for this one — check with the club or local regulations before you leave.

Methods: The checked details describe Cliveden as a wide, deep Thames venue but don’t set out specific tactics. Choose your approach around the water in front of you and follow the club and TVAA rules.

Access & tickets

TVAA membership is not sold directly to individual anglers. You need membership of an affiliated club, such as Uxbridge Rovers Angling & Conservation Society, and must fish under the relevant club and TVAA permit arrangements.

Fish the club names

The club doesn't list species for this stretch, so we haven't guessed.

Key rules

• All fish must be returned to the water.
• Littering is prohibited.
• Cutting trees or bankside vegetation is prohibited.
• Bonfires and barbecues are prohibited.
• A maximum of two rods may be used at one time.
• Anglers must follow Environment Agency byelaws.
• A current Environment Agency rod licence is required.

Where it is