river tame

Does anyone know anything about the river tame from the confluence with the river blythe upto tamworth,who owns the rights? and is there any day-ticket or free stretches? is it worth fishing that far down?
im fishing mainly for chub but ive heard theres barbel in that there river

thanks in advance
-Neil

Iv'e had a look about and I cant see any info for this Neil.
Come on Staffs anglers......
Someone must know..............