The Old Boathouse, Ironbridge, Shropshire
TF8 7JP · Hodge Bower, beneath the Iron Bridge
Free River Severn Fishing From a Boathouse Under the Iron Bridge
A converted boathouse on the banks of the River Severn right under the Iron Bridge, with a private frontage and landing stage where guests fish free for chub and barbel, private moorings and canoe, kayak and paddleboard hire on site.
A one-off riverside base in a World Heritage gorge. Few fishing stays put you on your own landing stage beneath the Iron Bridge. Fishing from the frontage is free, with chub and barbel all year, and canoes and paddleboards are hired on site. There is no on-site parking and the minimum stay is two nights, so it suits a short break more than a tackle-heavy week.
Good for
- Chub and barbel anglers
- Couples or friends exploring Ironbridge
- Mixing fishing with paddling
Think twice if
- You want to park by the door: there is no on-site parking
- You want a hot tub or stillwater carp
Use the long stay car park
There is no on-site parking; a long stay car park at £4 a day is under five minutes' walk.
What a Stay at The Old Boathouse Is Like
The Old Boathouse is a converted boathouse at Hodge Bower in the Ironbridge Gorge, lying right under the Iron Bridge on the banks of the River Severn. It has a riverside patio with fire and BBQ facilities, fishing rights and private moorings.
The angling listing describes it as sleeping up to six, with its nightly rate quoted for up to four guests in two bedrooms, one double and one with two singles. It costs £175 a night plus a £25 cleaning fee, with a two night minimum, and pets are listed as welcome. Other booking sites list a property of the same name with different layouts, so check the details when booking.
Guests fish free from the private frontage and landing stage. The middle Severn here offers chub and barbel through the year, with roach, dace and pike. Canoes, kayaks and paddleboards can be hired on site for a paddle or a river trip.
Written from the venue’s published details. We have not stayed here ourselves.
The Fishing at The Old Boathouse
Free fishing from a private River Severn frontage and landing stage.
Which lake is which
| Lake | Type | Pegs | Size | Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Severn frontage | Private frontage and landing stage | Landing stage | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Chub, barbel, roach, dace, pike |
Tickets, times and rules
| Fishing | Free for guests from the private frontage |
| Licence | Rod licence required for river fishing |
| Night fishing | Not confirmed |
The Lodges
One converted boathouse on the riverbank.
Questions About The Old Boathouse
Is fishing included?
Yes. Guests fish free from the boathouse's own river frontage and landing stage.
Source: anglingstays.com
What can I catch?
Chub and barbel through the year, plus roach, dace and pike.
Source: anglingstays.com
Are dogs allowed?
The angling listing says pets are welcome. Confirm when booking.
Source: anglingstays.com
Is there parking?
No on-site parking. A long stay car park at £4 a day is under five minutes' walk.
Source: anglingstays.com
What is the minimum stay?
Two nights.
Source: anglingstays.com
Getting There
The Old Boathouse, 70 Hodge Bower, Ironbridge, Telford. Postcode TF8 7JP.
Open in Google Maps · Phone 07821 198235
No on-site parking; long stay car park under five minutes' walk.
