Penton Hook lock and weir fishing site guide
Updated 5 June 2024
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How to find the lock
Address: 147 Thameside, Staines, Middlesex, TW18 2JA.
From the B376 (Laleham to Shepperton road), turn west towards the river. Follow Beech Tree Lane to the towpath (Thames Side).
Follow the towpath to the lock. The route is marked on the map with a green dashed line.
Facilities
There is car parking at the lock allocated for blue badge holders. Please speak to the lock keeper in advance to check availability.
Other users may park on the roadside where local restrictions permit. You should not park on Beech Tree Lane or Thames Side as these are private.
Toilets are available at the lock.
Where to fish
Cross the lock gates and weir walkway. You may fish on the first island in the area marked by wooden posts.
You may also cross the footbridge to the second island. You may fish in areas marked by wooden posts.
The wheelchair accessible fishing platform is currently closed until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
These areas are marked in red on the map.
Additional information
You may fish from dawn to dusk at this site. You must show your permit to the lock keeper during the lock keepers’ hours of duty.
