Stainforth and Keadby Canal – Thorne Stretch

The Stainforth & Keadby Canal – Thorne Stretch is a proper long canal venue near Thorne in South Yorkshire, with fishing rights held by Thorne & District Angling Association (TDAA). The listed stretch runs from Mauds Bridge to Dunstans Hill Bridge, giving you a hefty bit of bank to work with rather than one compact lake.

• 1 lake: Stainforth & Keadby Canal – Thorne Stretch: Mauds Bridge to Dunstans Hill Bridge
• Fish: roach, bream, perch, rudd, tench, pike, chub
• Tickets from: Canal adult day ticket — £3
• Find it: Thorne · DN8 5SF

Based on how each lake is set up — not a ranking.

The Stainforth & Keadby Canal – Thorne Stretch is a proper long canal venue near Thorne in South Yorkshire, with fishing rights held by Thorne & District Angling Association (TDAA). The listed stretch runs from Mauds Bridge to Dunstans Hill Bridge, giving you a hefty bit of bank to work with rather than one compact lake. It’s the sort of place where picking the right swim can be half the battle. Fancy a wander and a look before setting up? This is a venue that gives you room to do it.

Peg 1 starts at Mauds Bridge, while the listed upper limit is peg 505 at Dunstans Hill Bridge. TDAA lists 504 canal pegs in total, so there’s plenty of water to explore. The postcode and coordinates supplied for the venue point to Mauds Bridge at the western end of the stretch, which is handy for planning the first part of your trip. Before travelling, it’s worth checking the latest association information and working out where you want to park, walk in and fish.

TDAA describes the canal as a major competition venue, and it’s known locally for match fishing. That makes a tidy, thoughtful approach a sensible starting point. Take time to plumb up properly, keep your presentation neat and watch what’s happening in the swim. On a new canal, a few minutes spent looking at the water, margins and likely holding areas can save plenty of faff later. Bring kit that lets you adapt, rather than locking yourself into one method from the off.

The reported species list is nicely varied. Roach, bream, perch, rudd and tench are all mentioned, along with pike, skimmers, eels, chub, dace and bleak. A light match-style setup could be a useful first port of call for the silver fish, with sensible options packed for perch or pike if the swim points that way. Don’t forget the basics either: a plummet, spare rigs, enough bait to change plans and a landing net suited to the fish you might meet.

The canal is described as a year-round fishery, but conditions and current association instructions can still shape the day. Towpath activity, weather and what’s happening in nearby swims may all influence how you fish, so keep an eye on the water and stay flexible. If you’re unsure about a rule, ask TDAA before setting off, especially around access, temporary restrictions, ticket arrangements and whether any particular pegs or sections are booked for matches.

Adult canal day tickets are listed at £3, with junior and concession day tickets at £2. Canal tickets are paid on the bank. TDAA yearly books cost £13 for adults and £8 for juniors or concessions, covering both the canal and Delves pond. Night fishing is not advertised for this canal stretch, and no fixed canal opening hours are published. Check the current bank rules before travelling, and remember that separate rod-licence requirements are not included in the TDAA prices.

Good background reading. Most of it is a few years old, so treat it as a starting point and ask on the day.

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  Checked Sept '26 — “A proper match-style canal stretch running from Mauds Bridge to Dunstans Hill Bridge, with 504 listed pegs and cheap TDAA day tickets. Roach, bream, perch, rudd and tench are among the reported fish, with pike also present.”

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