River Kennet Whitehouse
Whitehouse is a canalised River Kennet stretch run by Thatcham Angling Association. It’s a straightforward, towpath-accessed coarse venue with mixed species, public parking and plenty of scope for different angling approaches.
Run by Thatcham Angling Association · checked 15 Oct 2026 · boundaries only partly described by the club
River Kennet
River Kennet Whitehouse
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The lowdown
- This is a fairly uniform bit of river, with similar depths and widths running through the stretch. No dramatic changes to hunt out, but it’s nice and easy to get settled.
- Fishing is from the towpath bank only. The towpath is wide and hard underfoot, so access is a doddle compared with muddier river venues.
- It’s described as suitable for a wide range of angling approaches. That makes it a handy all-rounder rather than a one-trick swim.
- The water holds a proper mixed bag. Chub are listed to 7lb or more, with roach to 2lb and perch to 3lb or more.
- There are a few rogue carp knocking about too. Elusive barbel are present, so there’s always a chance of a cheeky surprise when targeting the bigger fish.
- The club record pike came from here at 28lb 14oz. That’s a serious predator for a canalised Kennet stretch, so don’t overlook the pike angling.
- With fairly consistent depths and widths, it should suit both moving-bait and static approaches. Trotting, feeder work and other permitted methods are all within the venue’s wide-ranging remit.
- There’s a large public car park shared by the venue, which keeps the faff down on arrival. The stretch is described as easily accessible.
- The normal river close season applies from 15 March to 15 June. The association’s fishing season runs from 16 June to 15 June the following year, so check your permit is valid before setting up.
Methods: The association describes Whitehouse as suitable for a wide range of angling approaches. With uniform depths and widths, it’s a flexible stretch for mixed coarse fishing, with chub, roach, perch, carp, barbel and pike all on the list.
Access & tickets
2026–2027 Bronze senior permit
Thatcham Angling Association permit
£85 (as listed 15 Oct 2026 — check before you go)
2026–2027 Silver senior permit
Includes day and night fishing rights
£125 (as listed 15 Oct 2026 — check before you go)
2026–2027 Gold senior permit
Includes day and night fishing rights
£160 (as listed 15 Oct 2026 — check before you go)
Permits and guest passes come from Thatcham Angling Association. Guest tickets must be obtained before arrival, and the sponsoring member must accompany the guest.
Fish the club names
carp, roach, perch, barbel, pike, chub
Key rules
- Fishing is from the towpath bank only.
- A valid Thatcham Angling Association permit is required.
- The normal river close season applies from 15 March to 15 June.
- Barbless or micro-barb hooks are required.
- Unattended lines are prohibited. Keepnets are for silver fish only; carp must not be placed in keepnets.
- A beanie mat or cradle and a 36-inch landing net are required.
- Livebait and the use of frogs or other amphibians are prohibited.
- Two rods are normally permitted. Three rods are allowed from 1 November to 31 March with the relevant three-rod permit, with rods no more than two metres apart.
- Alcohol, illegal substances, litter and fires are prohibited.
Coarse fishing on English rivers is closed from 15 March to 15 June inclusive. That's the law for coarse fish on rivers — it's not a club rule, and game-fishing seasons work differently.
GOV.UK — Freshwater rod fishing rules: when and where you can fishWhere it is
Pins mark the access postcode each club gives, not the bank itself. Exact boundary map: see rights holder.
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