Sandford-on-Thames — Shared (RDAA + AOAA + Littlemore AS)

River level

The lowdown

• This is a feature-filled, preserved bit of the Thames, with several clubs sharing access across the Sandford-on-Thames and Kennington water.
• The AOAA section starts at the end of the Sandford Lane riverside car park and runs downstream along the right-hand bank.
• That section finishes at old gate posts, giving you a clearly defined stretch rather than a vague wander along the river.
• RDAA’s Sandford Weir venue is listed at 1,093 yards, so there’s a decent amount of water under the wider shared arrangement.
• The fish list is a tasty one: barbel, chub, roach, bream, perch and pike, with occasional carp also named on the RDAA water.
• It’s the sort of stretch where a careful look at the features should pay off. The clubs describe it as feature-filled, so expect plenty to investigate rather than a bland run of bank.
• Match your approach to the species in front of you. Trotting or a feeder suits the named silverfish and chub, while stronger tackle may be sensible where barbel or the occasional carp are the target.
• Pike are present too, so don’t forget the relevant kit and rules if you’re fishing for them. The river is closed from 15 March through 15 June inclusive.
• Night fishing is available to RDAA annual permit holders on Sandford Weir without an extra night permit. Littlemore also lists a separate night permit in its 2026 notice.

Methods: Trotting and feeder work are the obvious starting points for the named chub, roach, bream and barbel, with suitable tackle for perch, pike and the occasional carp. Keep things tidy and fish the features carefully.

Access & tickets

RDAA sells a general annual permit covering all RDAA venues for £90 for adults, with guest and day tickets available for Sandford Weir. AOAA and Littlemore members can use the reciprocal sections under their sharing agreements; Littlemore lists £3 day tickets and a £2.50 night permit in its 2026 membership notice.

Fish the club names

carp, bream, roach, pike, perch, barbel, chub

Key rules

• Fishing is closed from 15 March through 15 June inclusive.
• A current Environment Agency rod licence is required.
• Do not place fish on hard surfaces; an unhooking mat is encouraged.
• No open fires, camping or overnight vehicle stays without prior agreement.
• Remove all litter and re-secure gates or barriers.
• No fishing from boats, canoes, kayaks, punts or dinghies.
• Anglers are limited to two rods except at specifically listed venues.
• Fish must not be taken from RDAA-controlled waters.
• AOAA visiting members must follow the rules and code of conduct of the club controlling the section being fished.

Where it is