Can you fish the River Ouse for free?
Can you fish the River Ouse for free? Fishing is free, on both the River Ouse and the River Foss, on river banks we own in the city centre. However, a rod licence is required; visit the Environment Agency website for further information.
Do fish see bait or smell it?
Can Fish Smell or Taste Bait? The short answer is yes—fish have a sense of smell and taste. But, how sharp and how precise these senses are depend on the fish.
Can you night fish the river Ouse?
The river at this end is easier to fish as there is less bankside vegetation and slightly more flow. Night fishing is permitted on all sections. Felmersham is the most popular of our Ouse fisheries, but it is still under fished, its full potential has still to be discovered.