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Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch
A proper West Yorkshire canal stretch with day-ticket fishing, match bookings and a useful mix of coarse species. Brighouse Basin, Brighouse Top Lock and nearby navigation sections give you plenty to explore, though it is shared water with boats, walkers and cyclists.
“6.5/10 — A mixed canal species list and roughly 21-mile wider navigation give plenty to go at.”
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The Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch is proper canal fishing, not a neat little enclosed lake with everything laid on. Brighouse Angling Association controls parts of the navigation, and the canal water is listed separately from its River Calder fishery. So, make sure you’re buying the right ticket for the right bit of water before you sling a feeder in.
- 3 lakes: Brighouse Basin, Brighouse Top Lock, Nearby canal sections
- Fish: roach, bream, tench, perch, pike
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The Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch is proper canal fishing, not a neat little enclosed lake with everything laid on. Brighouse Angling Association controls parts of the navigation, and the canal water is listed separately from its River Calder fishery. So, make sure you’re buying the right ticket for the right bit of water before you sling a feeder in.
This Brighouse section is associated with Brighouse Basin, Brighouse Top Lock and nearby canal lengths. The wider Calder and Hebble Navigation runs for roughly 21 miles and links with the River Calder around Brighouse, giving the whole place a decent bit of water to get your head around. It’s the sort of venue where a quick look along the towpath before setting up can pay off. Check the pegs, watch how people use the bank and pick a swim that gives you room to fish comfortably.
Reported canal species include roach, bream, tench, perch and pike, so there’s a nice bit of variety. It’s classic coarse-fishing water, with options for a float, a light feeder or a more selective approach when the conditions suit. The water is also listed as stocked, but don’t arrive expecting a guaranteed bag-up. Start simple, watch the surface and adjust if the fish aren’t playing ball.
Access is described as relatively easy at most lengths, although some towpath sections can be muddy. A few swims may involve a considerable walk or push along the towpath, so travel light or bring a trolley if you’ve got one. Disabled access and parking are available at or near some access points, but not across the whole stretch. It’s worth checking the exact access point before loading the car, especially if you’re taking plenty of kit.
This is shared water, too. Boats use the navigation, while walkers and cyclists use the towpath, so keep rods, nets and luggage tidy and give people room to pass. A compact setup makes life less of a faff. Before fishing, ask the ticket outlet or association about the current best access, any local match activity and whether there are particular areas they’d prefer anglers to use.
Canal day tickets and match bookings are available through the association, with Calder Angling Supplies in Brighouse reported as the ticket outlet at 143 Bradford Road, Brighouse, HD6 4AD; their listed telephone number is the fishery. Get the day ticket before fishing rather than relying on an on-bank bailiff. The water is listed as open year-round, but no verified daily hours or night-fishing permission were found for this stretch, so treat it as daylight fishing unless the club confirms otherwise. And don’t forget the Environment Agency rod licence — boring, but absolutely bob on to have it sorted.
We're not sure on ticket prices for this one — check with the club or local regulations before you leave.
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Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch FAQs
Where can I get a canal day ticket?
Calder Angling Supplies in Brighouse is the reported ticket outlet: 143 Bradford Road, Brighouse, HD6 4AD. The telephone number given is the fishery.
What species are reported?
Roach, bream, tench, perch and pike are reported from the canal water.
Are opening hours published?
No verified daily opening and closing hours were published. Treat fishing access as daylight-oriented unless the club confirms otherwise.
Is parking available throughout the stretch?
No. Disabled access and parking are available at or near some access points, but not throughout the whole stretch.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Brighouse.
Do I need to bring food?
We haven't seen any food on site, so bring your own grub and drinks. A flask and a stove (where allowed) make a long day much better.
Are there toilets on site?
Not that we've seen listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — disabled access and parking at or near some access points. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
HD6 2RW.
How much is a ticket?
We haven't got current prices. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Brighouse Basin, Brighouse Top Lock, Nearby canal sections. Busy weekends can fill up, so ring ahead if you've got your heart set on a swim.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find roach, bream, tench, perch, pike. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
3 — Brighouse Basin (Not published), Brighouse Top Lock (Not published), Nearby canal sections (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
It depends — No verified night-fishing permission was found for the Brighouse navigation stretch. Night information for Brookfoot Lake should not be assumed to apply here.
Can I bring my dog?
Not covered in the rules we've checked. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Are bait boats allowed?
We haven't seen a bait-boat rule listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Do I need barbless hooks?
Most UK fisheries prefer barbless or micro-barbed hooks — ask on arrival if unsure.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
Bring one either way — most fisheries expect it and the fish deserve it.
Is it suitable for disabled anglers?
The fishery lists disabled access and parking at or near some access points. Ring ahead to check which swims suit you.
Do I need a rod licence?
Yes — anyone 13 or over fishing in England and Wales needs an Environment Agency rod licence (or Natural Resources Wales in Wales), on top of your fishery ticket.
When's the best time of year to fish here?
Late spring through autumn is prime for most species. Check our live weather edge for this venue before you go — it updates daily.
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Brighouse Basin: a canal-basin section with mixed coarse-fishing potential and shared towpath access.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- roach, bream, tench, perch, pike
Brighouse Basin is one of the named parts of the Brighouse navigation stretch. It is canal water, not a conventional enclosed lake, and forms part of the association-controlled fishing available on day ticket.
Expect a shared-water setting, with boats, walkers and cyclists using the area. Access is described as relatively easy at most lengths, although individual approaches and towpath conditions can vary.
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Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch
Brighouse Basin
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Suits
- Anglers after mixed coarse species such as roach, bream, tench and perch.
- Those happy to explore a canal basin and adjust around passing towpath users.
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting guaranteed night fishing or a quiet, enclosed lake setting.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Brighouse Basin
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Brighouse Basin FAQs
What can I catch at Brighouse Basin?
Reported canal species include roach, bream, tench, perch and pike.
Is Brighouse Basin day-ticket water?
The canal water is available for day tickets, which should be obtained before fishing.
What's the lake record on Brighouse Basin?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Brighouse Basin that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
What fish are in Brighouse Basin?
roach, bream, tench, perch, pike.
How big is Brighouse Basin and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A canal-basin section with mixed coarse-fishing potential and shared towpath access..
Which baits work well on Brighouse Basin?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Brighouse Basin further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Brighouse Basin get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Brighouse Basin?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Brighouse Basin?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Brighouse Basin on a day ticket?
Yes — Brighouse Basin is on the day ticket. Check current prices before you go.
Is night fishing allowed on Brighouse Basin?
It depends — No verified night-fishing permission was found for the Brighouse navigation stretch. Night information for Brookfoot Lake should not be assumed to apply here.
Who does Brighouse Basin suit?
Good for: Anglers after mixed coarse species such as roach, bream, tench and perch.; Those happy to explore a canal basin and adjust around passing towpath users.. Less suited to: Anglers wanting guaranteed night fishing or a quiet, enclosed lake setting..
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Brighouse Top Lock: a named lock section on the brighouse navigation, suited to anglers who like working out canal features.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- roach, bream, tench, perch, pike
Brighouse Top Lock is specifically associated with the Brighouse Stretch. As part of the navigation, it offers the sort of lock-side canal setting where careful watercraft and feature spotting matter.
The stretch remains shared towpath water, so allow for boats and other users. Some swims across the wider venue may need a considerable walk or push along the towpath.
Lake photographs
A look around Brighouse Top Lock
Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch
Brighouse Top Lock
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Suits
- Canal anglers who enjoy fishing around a named lock section and changing tactics.
- Mobile anglers prepared to walk between likely-looking swims.
Maybe not for
- Anyone needing guaranteed parking or disabled access at every swim.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Brighouse Top Lock
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Brighouse Top Lock FAQs
Is the Brighouse Top Lock section enclosed lake water?
No. It is part of the Calder and Hebble Navigation.
Can I fish it at night?
No verified night-fishing permission was found for the Brighouse navigation stretch.
What's the lake record on Brighouse Top Lock?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Brighouse Top Lock that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
What fish are in Brighouse Top Lock?
roach, bream, tench, perch, pike.
How big is Brighouse Top Lock and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A named lock section on the Brighouse navigation, suited to anglers who like working out canal features..
Which baits work well on Brighouse Top Lock?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Brighouse Top Lock further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Brighouse Top Lock get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Brighouse Top Lock?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Brighouse Top Lock?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Brighouse Top Lock on a day ticket?
Yes — Brighouse Top Lock is on the day ticket. Check current prices before you go.
Is night fishing allowed on Brighouse Top Lock?
It depends — No verified night-fishing permission was found for the Brighouse navigation stretch. Night information for Brookfoot Lake should not be assumed to apply here.
Who does Brighouse Top Lock suit?
Good for: Canal anglers who enjoy fishing around a named lock section and changing tactics.; Mobile anglers prepared to walk between likely-looking swims.. Less suited to: Anyone needing guaranteed parking or disabled access at every swim..
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Nearby canal sections: the surrounding brighouse navigation sections give you room to look for a quieter peg.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- roach, bream, tench, perch, pike
The nearby canal sections around the Brighouse Stretch are included as part of the association-controlled navigation water. The wider Calder and Hebble Navigation is approximately 21 miles long, although no verified size was published for this specific stretch.
These sections can reward a bit of mobility. Access is relatively easy at most lengths, but muddy towpaths and longer walks are part of the mix, while parking and disabled access are only available at or near some points.
Lake photographs
A look around Nearby canal sections
Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch
Nearby canal sections
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Suits
- Anglers who like roving along canal water and finding their own swim.
- Coarse anglers after a mixed bag of reported canal species.
Maybe not for
- Anglers after a fixed, fully serviced lake with no shared users.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Nearby canal sections
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Nearby canal sections FAQs
Are these sections controlled by Brighouse Angling Association?
The association controls fishing on parts of the navigation, including the Brighouse canal water.
Are match bookings available?
Yes, match bookings are available through the association.
What's the lake record on Nearby canal sections?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Nearby canal sections that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
What fish are in Nearby canal sections?
roach, bream, tench, perch, pike.
How big is Nearby canal sections and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. The surrounding Brighouse navigation sections give you room to look for a quieter peg..
Which baits work well on Nearby canal sections?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Nearby canal sections further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Nearby canal sections get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Nearby canal sections?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Calder and Hebble Navigation – Brighouse Stretch before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Nearby canal sections?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Nearby canal sections on a day ticket?
Yes — Nearby canal sections is on the day ticket. Check current prices before you go.
Is night fishing allowed on Nearby canal sections?
It depends — No verified night-fishing permission was found for the Brighouse navigation stretch. Night information for Brookfoot Lake should not be assumed to apply here.
Who does Nearby canal sections suit?
Good for: Anglers who like roving along canal water and finding their own swim.; Coarse anglers after a mixed bag of reported canal species.. Less suited to: Anglers after a fixed, fully serviced lake with no shared users..
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Do I need an Environment Agency rod licence?
An Environment Agency rod licence is required for freshwater fishing.
- Yes
Are day tickets available on the canal stretch?
The canal water is listed as available for day tickets.
- Must
Should I buy the day ticket before fishing?
Day tickets should be obtained before fishing rather than bought from an on-bank bailiff; Calder Angling Supplies is the reported outlet.
- No
Can I fish the association's river waters on a canal day ticket?
The canal water is listed separately from the association's river fishery, and no day tickets are available for the association's river waters.
- Yes
Is the canal open year-round?
The available canal-water listing describes the fishery as open year-round, with no separate seasonal closure found.
- Only if
Is night fishing permitted?
No verified night-fishing permission was found for the Brighouse navigation stretch. Night information for Brookfoot Lake should not be assumed to apply here.
- Must
Do I need to allow for other towpath users?
The navigation is also used by boats, walkers and cyclists, so anglers should allow for shared towpath use.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 9 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Rules and prices change through the season. Follow and we'll flag changes the fishery or other anglers report.
Tips & guides worth reading
How we'd fish each lake
Our own suggestions, worked out from each lake's features, its main fish and the venue rules. They're tried-and-tested methods, not reports from this venue, so watch the water and ask in the tackle shop on the day.
Brighouse Basin
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Brighouse Top Lock
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Nearby canal sections
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
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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What anglers reckon
6.5/10 from Tackle Index: A mixed canal species list and roughly 21-mile wider navigation give plenty to go at.
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Checked Sept '26 — “A proper West Yorkshire canal stretch with day-ticket fishing, match bookings and a useful mix of coarse species. Brighouse Basin, Brighouse Top Lock and nearby navigation sections give you plenty to explore, though it is shared water with boats, walkers and cyclists.”
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