How can i apply to catch crayfish?

 

It is illegal to trap crayfish without getting a licence first.

 

1. Apply for a licence from the Environment Agency to catch crayfish

2. A legal crayfish trap which has a licence number from the Environment Agency & otter guard on the trap.

3. Obtain a personal license from the Basingstoke Canal Society to trap crayfish on the canal. Contact: Fiona Shipp, Canal Manager on 07305 340547.

 

Click here for application form and further details

 

 https://www.gov.uk/guidance/permission-to-trap-crayfish-eels-elvers-salmon-and-sea-trout

 

 

Note:   Please click on the 'Crayfish Trapping Guide' document which will give you all of the information and details that you will need.