Milton Ferry

River level

The lowdown

• This is a genuine river stretch, not a lake or canal venue, and it has the sort of varied character that keeps a session interesting.
• The upper limit is the railway bridge known as The North West Bridge. The lower limit of the Ferry Fields section is Milton Ferry Bridge.
• The upper water has overhanging trees and variable depth, so there’s plenty to pick apart. Fish tight to cover where it’s safe and practical.
• Around the long sweeping bend, the deeper water is generally on the angler’s bank. That’s the obvious place to start when the river has a bit of push.
• It’s described as a mixed fishery with some cover and the chance of an occasional larger fish. A proper all-round Nene swim, basically.
• The usual residents include roach, perch, chub, dace and bream, with tench and occasional carp also recorded. Plenty of options for a busy day.
• Trotting should suit the steadier bits for the silverfish and chub, while a feeder approach can work the deeper water on the bend. Keep things tidy around the trees.
• The river is closed from 15 March through 15 June inclusive. Outside that period, fishing is normally allowed from one hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset.
• The lower section is reached through the pedestrian gate beside Milton Ferry Bridge. The upper section is accessed from Mill Road, Castor, followed by roughly a half-mile walk along the Landy Green Way.
• Upper-stretch parking is limited to the verge near the bench seat. Ferry Hill provides parking for the lower stretch, so the lower end is the easier option if you want less faff getting settled.

Methods: A cracking all-round river water for trotting and feeder work, with the deeper sweeping bend worth a close look. Fish the cover carefully and adapt to the flow and depth on the day.

Access & tickets

Day tickets are available online through Peterborough & District Angling Association. The 2026 adult advance ticket is £5, senior is £3 for anglers aged 65 and over, and juniors under 18 are free; booking on the day adds a £2 surcharge. Annual night permits need to be arranged by contacting the association directly.

Fish the club names

roach, perch, chub, bream, tench, carp

Key rules

• All normal P&DAA general-water rules apply.
• River fishing is closed from 15 March through 15 June inclusive.
• Fishing is normally permitted from one hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset.
• A current Environment Agency rod licence is required in addition to the P&DAA ticket.
• Live freshwater fish bait is prohibited; only shop-bought dead bait may be used.
• All fish, including eels, must be returned alive.
• Landing nets are compulsory. A minimum 30-inch landing net applies to specimen and predator fishing.
• Unhooking mats must be used for fish on the bank.
• Keepnets must be fish-friendly and at least 3 metres long, with a 50lb limit per net on rivers. Specimen fish such as pike, carp and barbel must not be retained in keepnets outside matches.

Where it is