River Arun north of Arundel
A proper challenging tidal Arun stretch north of Arundel, run by Worthing & District Piscatorial Society. Fast currents, steep slippery banks and flood risk make this one for anglers who fancy a bit of a test — but it can be rewarding once mastered.
Run by Worthing & District Piscatorial Society · checked 12 Oct 2026 · boundaries only partly described by the club
River Arun
River Arun north of Arundel
Our river artwork — photos for this stretch are on the way
River level
Measured — Environment Agency
Arundel gauge
Nearest EA gauge we've matched — it isn't on this stretch, so levels on your peg will differ.
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We don't publish an "ideal level" — nobody can promise one. Flood water is dangerous: if it's up and coloured, stay well back from the edge. Open River Ready
The lowdown
- This is tidal water, so the tide is the big thing to get your head around. The best fishing window is stated as two hours either side of high tide.
- Use Littlehampton tide times, then adjust them by roughly 1 hour 30 minutes for Arundel. Bob on once you’ve got the timing sorted.
- The river carries fast currents, so expect the water to move properly rather than sitting there like a stillwater. Pick your swim carefully and keep an eye on the flow.
- The banks are steep and slippery. Take it steady, especially when moving between swims or getting close to the edge.
- Heavy rain can push the river into flood. Flood risk is particularly highlighted when the Littlehampton tide exceeds 6 metres, so check conditions before setting off.
- There are several miles of Arun access for WDPS, with this stretch north of Arundel. There’s no published exact length or peg count, so expect a more informal river setup rather than numbered pegs.
- The banks remain open to the public via a public right of way. Some landowners allow livestock to graze and reach the water, so be aware of animals sharing the bank.
- Named fish include carp, barbel, pike, bream and roach. That gives you a decent mix of options, from species hunting to a more general feeder or float approach.
- This is not a lazy day-trip water. Self-rescue capability and a buoyancy aid are advised, and it’s sensible to tell someone where you’re fishing, when you’ll be back and carry a mobile phone.
Methods: The fast tidal flow points towards a properly controlled feeder or float approach, with timing around high tide absolutely key. Keep tackle and footing sensible on the steep banks, and be ready for changing conditions.
Access & tickets
Day ticket
Available from local tackle shops. Specific shop not stated.
£10 per day (as listed 12 Oct 2026 — check before you go)
Day tickets are available from local tackle shops. The specific tackle shop selling them is not identified, so check locally before travelling.
Fish the club names
carp, barbel, pike, bream, roach
Key rules
- Junior members must be accompanied by a senior member.
- Anglers are advised to have self-rescue capability and buoyancy aids.
- Tell someone where you are fishing and when you expect to return.
- Carrying a mobile phone is advised.
- Take care on the steep, slippery banks.
- Be aware that the river can flood during heavy rain.
- Some landowners allow livestock to graze and reach the water.
- The riverbanks remain open to the public via a public right of way.
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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