York, North Yorkshire

River Foss – Peasholme Green / Layerthorpe / Monkbridge Gardens (east-bank sections)

Free fishing on designated east-bank sections of the River Foss at Peasholme Green, Layerthorpe and Monkbridge Gardens, running toward Yearsley Bridge. This is not unrestricted whole-river access — only the named east-bank sections are free.

Rules

Designated east-bank sections only; this is not unrestricted whole-river access. Facilities, parking, toilets, disabled access, beat length and average fish size: Unspecified.

Essentials

No day-ticket charge — a valid rod licence and applicable byelaws are still required.

Access: Free
Species: Coarse fish (species Unspecified)
Day ticket: £0.00
Tickets: No day-ticket or fishery charge (£0). A valid Environment Agency rod licence is still required. Coarse fishing on rivers is normally closed 15 March to 15 June inclusive (open season 16 June to 14 March); local trout/salmon and game byelaws may be stricter.
Address: York, North Yorkshire

City of York Council (river name: River Foss; stretch: Peasholme Green / Layerthorpe / Monkbridge Gardens toward Yearsley Bridge, designated east-bank sections). Details last checked 27 Aug 2026. Always confirm prices and rules before travelling.

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