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WELCOME

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he annual guide to day ticket stillwater trout fisheries fits perfectly in the glove compartment of your car and gives you the latest details to around 540 UK fisheries. Every year anglers look forward to this guide because it helps them to shape their fishing for the season ahead. It’s all you need when planning a family holiday anywhere in the UK. Once a day’s sight-seeing is done, every angler wants to escape to the peace and quiet of a local water and they’re all here in this booklet. We try our very best to be thorough and accurate but should you find an error please do let us know by emailing russell.hill@bauermedia.co.uk The regions are colour coded for easy access. We hope you

find this a useful guide and that it encourages you to travel and discover lots of new fishing experiences. Enjoy your season.

Russell Hill, editor

The regions are colour coded thus… ENGLAND n Claret – Midlands...................p6-11 n Orange – North ....................p12-20 n Light Blue – South East ... p22-30 n Purple – South West ..........p32-35 NORTHERN IRELAND n Light Green .......................... p36-37

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HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

Some fisheries in the guide may carry symbols, and the key for these is explained below. Facilities can vary greatly, so if you have a specific requirement always ring in advance. TM – All fisheries carrying this symbol are registered as a Troutmasters venue. Disabled facilities – If you are visiting a fishery for the first time it is advisable to check on the facilities before setting out. Refreshments – Some venues may provide free tea and coffee or facilities for making hot drinks, while others can provide meals of a corporate standard. Flies for sale – Many fisheries now carry a range of patterns, some of which will be specific to that particular venue. Tuition – This symbol shows that the fishery is able to provide some level of instruction. This may have to be booked in advance so always telephone first. Boats – Indicates that boat fishing is permitted. 4

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Catch and release – Signifies that the fishery allows catch and release, but always check rules as it may depend on time of year and particular water being fished. Tackle for sale – Some fisheries may have a fully stocked tackle shop on site, others may offer a much smaller selection such as leaders and accessories. STFA – Members of the Stillwater Trout Fisheries Association (www.troutfisheries.co.uk), representing premier trout venues in England and Wales. ASSF – Members of the Association of Scottish Stillwater Fisheries (www.assf.co.uk), which sets high standards and excellent value for money. Toilets – This symbol indicates that toilets facilities are available on site.


ARE YOUR DETAILS UP TO DATE? We have taken every care to include as many fisheries as we can. However, if you know of a fishery which is not included or is listed incorrectly, please let us know. To update details ready for next year’s 2017 guide, please email us with the following details or update the form below: Fishery name: Full Address: Contact Name/ Fishery Manager: Tel / Mob / Fax: Email: Web:

Season opening/closing dates: Location description:

Description of fishery (20-30 words):

Species of trout stocked and size of stock: Fishery records: Natural insect life: Recommended flies: 2017 ticket prices and bag limits: Boat prices: Description of on-site facilities: Key codes. For easy reference, please let us know which symbols you’d like with your listing.

Tuition

Disabled facilities

STFA member

Tackle for sale

Flies for sale

ASSF member

Toilets

Catch and release

Troutmasters venue

Refreshments

Boats

Please email your updated information to: stillwaterguide@bauermedia.co.uk Or post to: Gabi Challis, Project Manager, Trout Fisherman Advertising Department, Bauer Media, Media House, Peterborough Business Park, Lynch Wood, Peterborough, PE2 6EA. Tel: 01733 468000

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England, Midlands Home to some of the finest reservoir trout fishing in the UK with superb grown-on specimens resulting from the rich feeding. Grafham, Rutland, Ravensthorpe, Draycote and Pitsford attract fishermen from all over Europe.

DERBYSHIRE ALTON MANOR FISHERY

Idridgehay, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2SH Contact: Stephen and Caroline Jones Tel: 01629 823723 Mob: 07932 511827 info@altonmanorfishery.co.uk www.altonmanorfishery.co.uk

ARNFIELD FLY FISHERY

Arnfield Reservoir, Crossgates Lane, Tintwistle, Glossop, Derbyshire SK13 1HP Contact: Steve Cuthbert Tel: 01457 856269 Mob: 07963 825099 arnfield-fly-fishery@hotmail.co.uk www.arnfield-fly-fishery.com

BARLOW TROUT AND COARSE FISHERY Mill Farm, Barlow, Dronfield, Derbyshire S18 7TJ Contact: Mrs Ward Tel: 01142 890543 Fax: 0114 289 1473 ianmac@barlowlakes.co.uk www.barlowlakes.co.uk

FOREMARK TROUT FISHERY

Milton, Derby, Derbyshire DE65 6EG Contact: Ifor Jones, managed by Fishery Management (UK) Ltd Tel: 01283 703202 www.flyfishforemark.co.uk

LADYBOWER RESERVOIR

Fishery Office, Ladybower Reservoir, Ashopton Road, Bamford, Derbyshire S33 0AZ Contact: Alan Purnell Tel: 01433 659712 Mob: 07977 567796 ladybowerfishing@aol.com www.ladybowerfisheries.co.uk

PRESS MANOR FISHING LAKES

Birkin Lane, Ashover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S45 0LQ Contact: Bernie Maher, Owner Mob: 07976 306073 berniemaher@pressmanor.com www.pressmanorfishinglakes.com

YEAVELEY ESTATE LTD

The Yeaveley Estate, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2DT Contact: Guy Field Tel: 01335 330247 contactus@yeaveley-estate.co.uk www.yeaveley-estate.co.uk

CARSINGTON WATER FISHERY Carsington Water, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1ST Contact: Carsington Sports & Leisure Ltd Tel: 01629 540478 flyfishing@carsingtonwater.com www.carsingtonwater.com Season: 12th March – 30th October 2016. Location: Carsington Water. Description: Carsington Water offers fly fishing at its best, its natural beauty, crystal clear waters and stunning fish combine to make Carsington Water the perfect venue for all anglers. Boat fishing only, free parking. Stock: Rainbow and Brown Trout. Fishery Records: Rainbow – 10lbs 6oz, Brown 15lbs 4oz. Natural Insect Life: Various. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Diawl Bach, Cat’s Whisker, PTN, GHHE, Montana, Bibio. Prices: Full Day £25.00 - 6 fish bag limit. Half Day £20.00 – 3 fish bag limit. Conc Full Day £20.00 – 4 fish bag limit. Conc Half Day £16.00 – 2 fish bag limit. Sporting Full Day - £14.00 Sporting Half Day - £10.00 Evening (after 5pm) £12 - 2 fish bag limit. Petrol Boats: Full Day £23.00. Half Day £16.00. Single Occupancy (Mon – Thurs) Full Day £18.00. Single Occupancy (Mon – Thurs) Half Day £13.00. Wheely Boat Full Day £17.00. Half Day £12.00 Boat Seats: Full Day £8.00. Half Day £8.00. Facilities: 22 boats with motor, Wheelyboat (x2). Restaurant and cafe facilities on site. Watersports, mountain bike hire, fly fishing. Ideal for individuals and groups. Superb activities for corporate away days, team building, social clubs, hen and stag parties, schools, youth groups or birthday parties.

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HEREFORDSHIRE KINGFISHER TROUT LAKE

Home Farm, Green Lane, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4SZ Contact: Christine Tel: 01885 488464 Mob: 07401 114159 kingfishertroutlakebromyard@gmail.com www.fisheries.co.uk/kingfisher


Kingfisher Trout Lake C&R from £10, 2 Fish £16, 4 Fish £26.

Description: 4-acres. Stock: Rainbows 10lb. Browns 12.5lb. Blues 5lb. 2.5lb average. Fishery Records: Buzzers, Pond Olives, Sedges, Damsels, Mayflies. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Pheasant Tails, Damsels, Small Nymphs, Dry Flies, Black Gnats, Klinkhamers. Prices: 1 fish plus C&R £12.00. 2 fish plus C&R £15.00. 3 fish plus C&R £18.00. 4 fish plus C&R £21.00. Facilities: Caravan park 50 yards away. Booking no. 01724 763456.

PALM SPRINGS SALMON FISHERY

The Chimneys, Creeton Road, Little Bytham, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG33 4PU Contact: Ben Green Tel: 01780 414127 Mob: 07759 481225 palm.springs@tiscali.net www.palmspringssalmon.co.uk

THORPE-LE-VALE TROUT FISHING

Contact 01885 488464/ 07401 114159. Email: kingfishertroutlakebromyard@gmail.com LEICESTERSHIRE EYEBROOK TROUT FISHERY

The Fishing Lodge, Great Easton Road, Caldecott, Leicestershire LE16 8RP Contact: Andy Miller/Jamie Moore Tel: 01536 772930 Fax: 01536 772187 fishing.lodge@tatasteel.com www.eyebrook.com

LAKESIDE SPORTING LTD

Lakeside Lodge, Wide Lane, Wymeswold, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE12 6SE Contact: Ann Mills Tel: 01509 881714 enquiries@lakesidesporting.com www.lakesidesporting.co.uk

THORNTON RESERVOIR

Reservoir Road, Thornton, Leicestershire LE67 1AR Contact: Ifor Jones, managed by Fishery Management (UK) Ltd Tel: 01530 230807 www.flyfishthornton.co.uk

LINCOLNSHIRE CLEATHAM TROUT FISHERY Low Farm, Scotter Road, Cleatham, Gainsbrough, Lincolnshire DN21 3HZ Tel: 01724 764161 Mob: 07583 113038 www.cleathamtroutfishery.com Season: 1st April to 30th November. Closed Mondays. 30th November to 1st April. Wed, Sat and Sun only.

Thorpe-le-Vale, Ludford, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire LN8 6AR Contact: George Wildsmith Tel: 01472 398978

TOFT NEWTON TROUT FISHERY

Toft-next-Newton, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire LN8 3NE Contact: Jason Foster Tel: 01673 878453 Mob: 07806 400878 jason@toftnewton.com www.toftnewton.com

WITHERN MILL TROUT FARM Church Lane, Withern, Lincolnshire LN13 0NG Contact: Matthew Powell Tel: 01507 450356 Mob: 07760 625557 info@withernmilltroutfarm.co.uk www.withernmilltroutfarm.co.uk Season: Open 365 days per year. Location: Set in the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds. Six miles from Mabelthorpe and six miles from Louth. Description: The Historic Mill Farm is mentioned in the Doomsday book and is still a working farm today. You will receive a warm welcome from Sara and Fred who will ensure that every angler is looked after. Mill Farm boasts a holiday cottage, is camping and caravan friendly and to top it all is an official TroutMasters water where lessons are available to cater for fishermen from novice to experienced! Stock: Rainbow and Brown trout, some 10lb plus. Fishery Records: Rainbow 14lbs 8oz. Blue 9lbs. Natural Insect Life: Abundant hatches. Recommended Flies: Hare’s Ear, Black Gnat, Hoppers. Prices: Day Permit 6 Fish £30, Day Permit 4 Fish £25 Day Permit 2 Fish £20, Catch & Release £15 Full rules on website. Facilities: Lessons, toilets, historic site, camping and caravanning, holiday cottage, can purchase trout to eat, fish farm (breed own trout stock).

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ELINOR TROUT FISHERY

Lowick Road, Aldwincle, Kettering, Northamptonshire NN14 3EE Contact: Ed Foster Tel: 01832 720786 elinortf@aol.com www.elinortf.co.uk

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England, Midlands PITSFORD RESERVOIR The Fishing Lodge, Brixworth Road, Holcot, Northamptonshire NN6 9SJ Contact: Dave Rowe, Head Ranger Tel: 01604 781350 Mob: 07885 135453 Fax: 01604 781552 fishing@anglianwater.co.uk www.anglianwater.co.uk/leisure Season: 27 February to 31 January 2017. Location: Just off A43 at village of Holcot between Northampton and Kettering. Description: 750-acre reservoir separated by a causeway. Stock: Rainbows, browns, 1lb 8oz to 10lb+. Fishery Records: Rainbow 15lb 11oz, brown 14lb 3oz. Natural Insect Life: Prolific; Buzzers, Damsels. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Diawl Bach, Black and Green Lures. Prices: DT £26 (8 fish plus C&R); HD £18 (4 fish); sporting £22; day boat from £25; HD from £20; single manned £17; HD single manned £14; sunset boat £12.50; Wheelyboat £18. Winter boat £19. Wide range of season tickets available. Facilities: Lodge, tackle shop.

RAVENSTHORPE RESERVOIR Ravensthorpe Fishing Lodge, Teeton Road, Ravensthorpe, Northamptonshire NN6 8EJ Contact: Dave Rowe, Head Ranger Tel: 01604 770875 Mob: 07885 135196 Fax: 01604 770875 fishing@anglianwater.co.uk www.anglianwater.co.uk/leisure Season: 26 February to 31st December 2016. Location: Just north of Northampton, off the A50 at Ravensthorpe. Description: Scenic 100-acre Victorian reservoir. Stock: Rainbow, 2lb to 12lb-plus. Fishery Records: Rainbow 16lb 13oz, brown 10lb. Natural Insect Life: Prolific; Buzzers, Damsels and Olives. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Diawl Bach, Black and Green Lures. Prices: DT £29.50 (4 fish); £24 (C&R plus 2 fish); Sporting (C&R only) £22; HD £18 (C&R plus 1 fish); day motor boat from £25; HD from £20; wheelyboat £18; single manned boat £17; HD single manned £14. November boat £19 Wide range of season tickets available. Facilities: Lodge, float tubing by appointment.

season ticket £85. Facilities: Lodge.

ROXHOLME FLY FISHERY The Green, Carlton in Lindrick, North Nottinghamshire S81 9AQ Contact: Andy Macdonald Mob: 07506 278270 andy@roxholmetrout.com www.roxholmetrout.com

RUTLAND RUTLAND WATER The Fishing Lodge, Normanton Car Park, Edith Weston, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8HD Contact: Andrew Ainscough (Head Ranger) Tel: 01780 686441 Mob: 07885 484113 Fax: 01780 686440 fishing@anglianwater.co.uk www.anglianwater.co.uk/leisure Season: 11 March to 31st January 2017. Location: Signposted from A1 near Stamford. Take A606 towards Oakham turning left for Edith Weston. Look for brown tourist signposts. Description: A 3,100-acre purpose-built reservoir. Stock: Rainbow, brown, 1lb 8oz upwards. Fishery Records: Rainbow 14lb 4oz, Brown 17lb 6oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzer, Adult Midge, Sedge, Damsel, Hawthorn, Daddies, Corixa, Hoglouse, Terrestrials. Recommended Flies: Orange Blob, Cormorants, Boobies, Cruncher, Diawl Bach, Epoxy Buzzer, Goldhead Nymphs. Dries: Bob’s Bits, Hoppers, Daddies. Lures: black, white and orange. Prices: DT £26 (8 fish plus C&R); HD £18 (4 fish); sporting £22; day boat from £27; HD from £20; single manned £17; HD single manned £14; sunset boat £12.50; wheelyboat £18. Winter boat £19. Wide range of season tickets available. Facilities: Lodge with restaurant, tackle shop, bar, weighing/ gutting room.

SHROPSHIRE RINGSTEAD GRANGE TROUT FISHERY Ringstead Grange, Ringstead, Kettering, NN14 4DT Contact: Mrs Rosemary Foster Tel: 07584 241078 fish@ringsteadtroutfishery.co.uk www.ringsteadtroutfishery.co.uk

ASTBURY FALLS Astbury Lane, Astbury, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 6AT Contact: Dave Hollyhead Tel: 01746 766797 Mob: 07976 256436 info@astburyfalls.co.uk www.astburyfalls.co.uk

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLWICK COUNTRY PARK Colwick Park, River Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG4 2DW Contact: Nottingham City Council Tel: 01159 870785 Mob: 07971 880991 Fax: 01159 870785 www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/colwickCP Season: 14th March 2016 – 31st December 2016. Location: On the edge of Nottingham City. 250 acre natural parkland. Many other leisure activities both on-site and adjacent. Marina on-site, adventure centre, woodland walks, Nottingham racecourse borders the site. Coarse fishing is available on-site, and the park is a haven for birds and wildlife. Description: 65-acres gravel pit. Well stocked. Set in 250-acres of country park. Good priced season permits. Monthly taster days for beginners. Suitable for disabled bank anglers. Stock: Rainbows. Pound and a half plus. Fishery Records: Double figures (14lb 10oz). Natural Insect Life: Good Buzzer hatches, Damsel Nymphs. Recommended Flies: Early season black and green. Black Buzzers. Damsel Nymphs. Hopper. Prices: Sporting Ticket - £15, 2 fish plus catch and release - £18.50, 6 fish - £25, 2 fish 4 hour ticket - £16. Boats. Day Ticket - £12, Permit Day ticket - £11, 4 hour - £8. Novice

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DELBURY HALL TROUT FISHERY Diddlebury, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 9DH Contact: Andy Farnell - Manager Mob: 07970 844094 Fax: 01584 841441 wrigley@delbury.com www.delbury.com

ELLERDINE LAKES Ellerdine Hall, Ellerdine, Telford, Shropshire TF6 6QR Contact: Jayne/Edward Upton Tel: 07740 257585 Mob: 07860 299342 enquiries@ellerdinelakes.co.uk www.ellerdine-lakes.co.uk Season: All year (but may close July and August if weather is too warm). Location: Set in the heart of Shropshire. Description: Four spring-fed lakes each with its own character. Excellent facilities with a new lodge and shop on-site, perfect for club and corporate days, with weekly stocking, Stock: Rainbows, browns, blues, tigers and char with a good average size. Fishery Records: Rainbow 24lb 12oz, Brown 20lb 2oz, Blue 18lb 6oz,


Tiger 14lb 9oz. Natural Insect Life: Excellent natural fly life Daddies, Buzzers, Hawthorn, Sedge, Mayfly, Coch y bonddu, Shrimp. Recommended Flies: Daddy, Cormorants, Ellerdine Enigma, Black Buzzers. Prices: Sport £17.00 (all day), 2 fish £20.00 (6hrs), 3 fish £24.00 (8hrs), 4 fish £28.00 (all day).

HILLVIEW TROUT FISHERY Pencorage Lane, Leebotwood, Shropshire SY6 6LX Contact: Paul Calloway Tel: 017714 209907 paul.calloway@talktalk.net www.hillviewfishery.co.uk

ONNY VALE TROUT AND COARSE FISHERY The Fold, White Grit, Nr Minsterley, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY5 0JL Contact: Dave Gricmanis Tel: 01588 650521 Mob: 07792 609153 Fax: 01588 650521 www.onnyvalefishery.co.uk

PATSHULL PARK FISHERY Patshull Park Hotel, Golf and Country Club, Patshull Road, Pattingham, Shropshire WV6 7HR Contact: Rowland Dudley Tel: 01902 700774 Fax: 01902 700874 fishing@patshull-park.co.uk www.patshull-park.co.uk

STAFFORDSHIRE BLITHFIELD ANGLERS Waters Road, Abbots Bromley, Staffordshire WS15 3DU Contact: Claire Pullinger, Becky Owens. Head Bailiff: Dave Naylor Tel: 01283 840284 anglers@blithfield.com www.blithfield-anglers.co.uk Season: 10 March to 17 November 2016. Location: Set in rural Staffordshire, an SSSI and a haven for wildlife. Ordnance Survey map ref SK076 235. Description: Blithfield Reservoir is a premier flyfishing water, run by Blithfield Anglers. Excellent top of the water sport on 754-acres of open water along with 11 miles of bank fishing. Stock: A responsible stocking policy is now practised, with annual stocking varying between 23,000 and 34000 fish dependent on kill levels and head of fish in the reservoir each season. Stocked weekly with rainbow and blue trout and periodically with native brown trout. Fishery Records: Rainbow 12lb 2oz, brown 13lb. Natural Insect Life: Caddis, Black Buzzer, Emergers, Cranefly. Recommended Flies: Silver Invicta, Black Pennell, Wickham’s Fancy, Buzzer, Diawl Bach, Cruncher, Pheasant Tail Nymph, Shipman’s Buzzer, Bob’s Bits, Shuttlecock, CdC, Sedge, Daddy Longlegs. Prices: Day tickets: full day £26, 5 fish kill limit and unlimited catch and release using barbless hooks. Four hour permits £15, 3 fish kill limit and unlimited catch and release using barbless hooks. Boats full day £22, 4 hours £14.50. Wheelyboat available (book in advance). Facilities: Lodge, refreshments, tuition (bookable in advance), well stocked shop, onsite fish farm, fleet of 42 powered boats, perch fishing through Staffordshire Predator Angling Group.

One night, twO days Fishing break £105.00 per person Rates include three course evening meal, overnight en-suite accommodation, English breakfast, two days fishing and use of our Health and Fitness Club. (Prices are based on twin/double occupancy in a standard room. Supplements for single occupancy and upgraded rooms will apply.)

Call 01902 700100 to book

Full day trOut Fishing ticket £19.00 per person Includes catch/release on the Great Lake and boat hire.

Call 01902 700774 to book

Great location, convenient to J3 M54 and only 20 minutes from the centre of Wolverhampton and Telford. Look us up on Trip Advisor

FISHERWICK LAKES Fisherwick Wood Lane, Whittington, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS13 8QQ Contact: Peter Jackson Tel: 01543 433606 fisherwicklakes@gmail.com www.spanglefish.com/fisherwicklakes

Pattingham, Nr Wolverhampton WV6 7HR sales@patshull-park.co.uk www.patshull-park.co.uk

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England, Midlands HANCHURCH FISHERIES Model Farm, Hanchurch, Stoke-on-Trent , Staffordshire ST4 8SD Tel: 01782 642481 www.hanchurchfisheries.co.uk Season: Open all year 8.30am to 9pm. Location: 1 mile from Junction 15 off M6. Description: Three 1-acre lakes. Stock: Rainbow and blue. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, lures. Prices: Sporting Ticket - £12, 2 Fish Limit - £17. Facilities: 7.30am – 9.30am breakfast available; bar open on weekends, 9 coarse fishing lakes available with membership.

LOYNTON HALL TROUT FISHERY Loynton, Staffordshire ST20 OQA Contact: Pete Bond Tel: 01785 284261 www.loyntontroutfisheries.co.uk

LOYNTON TROUT FISHERY Nr Norbury, Staffordshire Staffordshire’s Premier Trout Fishery OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

* 3 spring fed lakes, 12 acres in total * Day tickets start at £20.00 * Catch and release * Superb lodge, hot food available

Tel: 01785 284261

Recommended Flies: Black and green, white green, Buzzers, Hare’s Ear. Prices: Full day (4 fish) £30, full day (2 fish) £22.50. Full day C&R £17.50, five hours (1 fish) £17.50. After 5pm, summer (1 fish) £15.

WARWICKSHIRE DRAYCOTE WATER Kites, Hardwick, Rugby, Warwickshire CV23 8AB Contact: Ifor Jones, managed by Fishery Management (UK) Ltd Tel: 01788 812018 www.flyfishdraycote.co.uk

PACKINGTON TROUT FISHERY Fishery Lodge, Broadwater, Maxstoke Lane, Meriden, Coventry, Warwickshire CV7 7HF Contact: John Burchell Tel: 01676 522754 Mob: 07956 008809 Fax: 01676 522754 penny@packingtonfisheries11.wanadoo.co.uk www.packingtonestate.net Season: Open all year round but may close during the summer months (July to mid September) depending on the weather. Location: Off the A45 into Shepherd’s Lane/Maxstoke Lane following signs for Forest of Arden Hotel, fishery down the track on the right hand side of the main hotel buildings. Description: Two lakes - Cocks Close (10 acres) and Park Meadow (5 acres) for day tickets and membership. Stock: Rainbow (average size 2lb plus a large number of fish from 3 20lb), brown trout and blue trout. Fishery Records: 21lb Rainbow. 19lb 8oz Brown. 12lb 5oz Blue. Natural Insect Life: Damsels, Buzzers, Olives, Sedge, Hawthorn, Daddy Longlegs. Recommended Flies: Cat’s Whisker, Black Tadpoles, Damsel Nymph, black or olive Buzzers, Bloodworm patterns, pearly P T Nymphs, GRHE, black and green Nomad and Fritz Lures. Prices: £32.50 - 5 fish ticket; £25 - two fish ticket plus C&R. £25 C&R only; £16.50 OAP ticket (Mondays only); £19 evening ticket. Boat hire £10. OAP ticket (except Monday) £20.

WORCESTERSHIRE

www.loyntontroutfisheries.co.uk

on the A519 Newport to Eccleshall Road RANTON TROUT FISHERY Shooting Butts Farm, Ranton, Stafford, Staffordshire ST18 9JZ Contact: Mr P J Hazeldine Tel: 01785 823014 Mob: 07708 719479

SEIGHFORD LAKES Seighford Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire ST18 9LQ Contact: Phil Dixon Tel: 01785 282967 Mob: 07921 713716 seighfordlakes@gmail.com www.seighfordlakes.com Season: Monday to Sunday, 7am to dusk. Location: Seighford Lakes consists of five lakes of different sizes and types. Description: From junction 14 of M6, take A5013 to Eccleshall Road. Stock: Rainbow, brown, blue. Fishery Records: 18lb 10oz rainbow, 12lb brown. Natural Insect Life: Damsels, Buzzers.

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BRANSFORD GAME FISHERY Hill End Farm, Station Road, Bransford, Worcestershire WR6 5JJ Contact: Ron Taylor Tel: 01905 830157 Fax: 01905 831810 info@bransfordgame.com www.bransfordgame.com Season: Open throughout the year. Location: Between Bransford and Collett’s Green, Worcestershire. Description: Three lakes covering some 4-acres. Catch and release in island pool only. Malvern Spring Water. Stock: Rainbow trout, Shastas and Blues, average 2lb 9oz and Brown 3lb 12oz. Fishery Records: 20lb 4oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Dragonflies, Damsel Flies, Mayflies, Sedge, Alder, Craneflies, Corixa, Olives, Hawthorn. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Diawl Bach, Damsel Fly and Dragonfly Nymphs, Montana, Leech, Bloodworm. Prices: 4 fish ticket - £35.00. 3 Fish ticket - £30.00. 2 fish ticket £25.00. Catch and release £12.50 (free to 4 fish ticket holders). Facilities: Lodge - Free tea and coffee.


LENCHES LAKES

Bransford Game Fisheries Hill End Farm, Station Road, Bransford, Worcs. WR6 5JJ Open all year round, in the foothills of the Malvern Hills, between Bransford and Collett’s Green, Worcs. 3 lakes of Malvern Spring Water, one of which is Catch & Release only. Stocked exclusively from Bibury Trout Farm with Blue and Shasta Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout, the latter must be returned. Average weight of fish caught is 2lbs 9ozs. Home of the internationally famous flock of Jungle Fowl. Interested anglers will always be shown around the aviaries and JUNGLE COCK CAPES are always available. PRICES: 4 Fish Ticket £35.00

(4 Fish Ticket Holders may fish the Catch & Release Pool, free of charge)

3 Fish Ticket £30.00

2 Fish Ticket £25.00

Evesham Road, Church Lench, Evesham, Worcestershire WR11 4UB Contact: Amanda or Simon Badger Tel: 01386 871035 Fax: 01386 871035 mail@lencheslakes.co.uk www.lencheslakes.co.uk

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Evesham Road, Church Lench, Worcs. WR11 4UB

Catch & Release £12.50

CALL: 01905 830157 info@bransfordgame.com www.bransfordgame.com

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BROAD OAK TROUT LAKES Gilvers Lane, Hanley Castle, Nr Malvern, Worcestershire WR8 0AT Contact: Chris Lee and Charlotte Morgan Tel: 01684 311499 Mob: 07717 627951 info@broadoaktroutlakes.co.uk www.broadoaktroutlakes.co.uk Season: Open all year except Christmas Day . 6 days per week. Closed Mondays, except Bank Holiday Mondays. Location: Near Malvern, Worcestershire - Sat Nav - WR8 0AT but the postcode area is the whole lane so keep going until you get to the entrance! See website or call for details. Description: Broak Oak Trout Lakes is made up of two lakes fed with Malvern spring water and set in a 13- acre plot in the lee of the Malvern Hills in the tranquil Worcestershire countryside. Oak Tree Lake covers 3-acres of water and Acorn Lake covers 1 acre of water. Both lakes go to a depth of 15 feet. Plenty of room for back cast and no unfishable water. Stock: Rainbows, blues, browns and tiger trout are stocked in both lakes from 2lb to about 10lb. All Brown and Tiger Trout must be returned. Fishery Records: Rainbow record 8lb and Brown 10lb. Full records are maintained and available for all to see who’s been catching and on what! Natural Insect Life: The lakes do well for natural fly life. Damsel flies and dragonflies are abundant so nymphs are common and our trout seem to feast on buzzers during the summer and autumn months. Recommended Flies: Damsel nymphs are a favourite of our anglers together with buzzers on a calm day. Patience with a dry fly is also rewarded. Prices: No boats. Bank fishing only. 2 fish (4 hr) £22. 3 fish (6 hr) £27.50. 4 fish (8 hr) £33. Sporting follow on available Nov-Mar only, £14. Parent and child tickets. Facilities: The fishery is permanently manned and served by a comfortable wooden fishing lodge where you can purchase tackle and refreshments and warm up by the inglenook fireplace. Fully stocked tackle shop.

C r v n & C mpsite Speci l occ sion L keside M rquee For Bookings/Enquiries call: 01386 871035 e: mail@lencheslakes.co.uk

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England, North A hotbed of English fly fishing with stunning, rugged scenery forming the backdrop to quality small waters, reservoirs, upland tarns and of course rivers filled with wild browns and grayling.

CHESHIRE CLAY LANE FARM TROUT FISHERY Clay Lane Farm, Mobberley, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 7BH Contact: Brian & Margaret Cooper Tel: 01565 873337 www.claylanetroutfishery.co.uk Season: Open every day except Christmas Day. Location: Clay Lane Farm Fishery lies half a mile east of Bird In Hand Inn, on the Knutsford to Alderley Edge (B5085) road and approximately 7.5 miles distance from Junction 19 on the M6. Four miles from junction on the M56. Look for small grass triangle with the bus stop on it on the north side of the road. Description: Lake of approximately 2.5-acres. Long and narrow with a stone path to most fishing points plus wooden benches. Stock: Brown, brook, blue, gold, tiger and rainbow. Only rainbows may be taken. Fishery Records: Brown trout released 20lb. Rainbow trout released 15lb 3oz. Natural Insect Life: Variety of Buzzers, Sedge, Mayfly, Grey Duster, Black Gnat, Damsels, Daddy Longlegs, CdCs, PTNs, Hoppers, Coch-ybondhu, Bloodworm, Tadpoles, Cat’s Whiskers, Fritz, Corixa, Greenwells, Gold Ribbed Hare’s Ears, Muddlers. Recommended Flies: Variety of Buzzers, Sedge, Mayfly, Grey Duster, Gnat, Damsels, Daddy Longlegs, Caddis, Moths, Corixa, Water Snails. Bloodworm works very well. Prices: Sporting Tickets min 2 hours, £2.50 per hour. Fish tickets 3 hours (1 fish) £10. Sporting ticket 5 hours £11. Fish ticket 5 hours (2 fish) only 1 fish of 5lb & over £16; Sporting ticket 8 hours £18; Fish ticket 8 hours (4 fish) only 1 fish of 5lb and over £28; Accompanied child under 12 years free of charge on a sporting ticket. Only rainbow trout may be taken. Facilities: Fishing lodge (heated in winter), microwave oven, toaster, fridge, hot and cold drinks FOC. Toilet. Tackle shop.

Trout Farm & Fishing Lake T: 01260 2272 3 W: www.danebridgefisheries.com Danebridge, Wincle, Cheshire, SK11 0QE

Danebridge Fisheries is situated in the picturesque village of Wincle in Cheshire and is fed by the River Dane. The lake is very well stocked with trout reared in the free-flowing water of the river. This approach guarantees well formed, energetic fighting fish that require patience and skill to land. The natural food source means field craft plays an important part when fishing this water. The lake also boasts a heated fisherman’s hut with kitchen facilities.

Fishing and shooting holidays and group events also available, including catering and accommodation if required. Facebook/danebridgefisheries

MARTON HEATH TROUT POOLS

DANEBRIDGE FISHERIES Danebridge, Wincle, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 0QE Contact: Lorne Chadwick Tel: 01260 227293 lorne@danebridgefisheries.co.uk www.danebridgefisheries.com

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Pikelow Farm, School Lane, Marton, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 9HD Contact: David Taylor Tel: 01260 224231 www.martonheath.co.uk Season: All year except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Location: Half a mile down School Lane, three miles north of Congleton on the A34 Manchester road. Brown tourist signs in the village of Marton. Description: Three 2.5-acre pools in picturesque and tranquil surroundings with abundance of wildlife and flora. Good natural hatches throughout the year. Stock: Triploid rainbows 1 - 3lbs. Natural Insect Life: Excellent. Recommended Flies: Buzzers throughout the season dries particularly Mayfly. Best ‘lures’ - Mrs Simpson. Prices: 8 hrs (3 fish) £26 6 hrs (3 fish) £24 6 hrs (2 fish) £20 6 hrs (1 fish) £16 2 hrs (1 fish) £12 Sports tickets (catch and release only): up to 6 hrs £12, over 6 hrs £15, any 2 hrs £6. Loyalty reductions for regular customers. Pay just £7.00 for further visits within 7 days. Rod hire £5 per session. Facilities: Wildlife photographers may use five hides at feeding stations at secluded sites around the farm. These do not interfere with the enjoyment of your day’s fishing.


MEADOW FISHERY Warrington Road, Mickle Trafford, Chester, Cheshire CH2 4EB Contact: John and Chris Percival Tel: 01244 300236 info@meadowfishery.com www.meadowfishery.com Season: Open all year - except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Closed Mondays except for Bank Holidays. Location: Shop and fishery at the above address. Description: Three purpose-built lakes; Meadow, Willow and Mallard situated in 17 acres of low lying meadow. Spring fed. Stock: Brown trout 1lb to 9lb, rainbow trout 1lb 8oz to 16lb. Blue trout 1lb 8oz to 5lb. Fishery Records: Brown trout 8lb 6oz, rainbow trout 18lb 8oz. Natural Insect Life: Alder, Hawthorn, Damsel, Midge, Daddies, Sedge, Olives. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Diawl Bach, Damsel, Klinks, Emergers. Prices: 3 hours sport - £10; 4 hours (1 fish) - £13; 5 hours sport - £12.00; 5 hours (2 fish) - £16; 6 hours (3 fish) - £20; 8 hours (4 fish) - £25. Facilities: Large tackle shop. Specialists in rod building and fly tying. Hot drinks machine and light refreshments. Nearby pub.

Fax: 0191 384 6090 clartyhole@btconnect.com www.aldingrangelakes.co.uk Season: Open all year. Description: Two trout lakes totalling 6-acres, plus three coarse lakes, set in beautiful surroundings with good views. Stock: Rainbow, brown, blues, 1lb 8oz to 16lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 14lb 12oz, brown 12lb, blue 3lb 8oz. Natural Insect Life: Damsel, Hawthorn, Black Gnat, Ant, Midge, Sedge, Bloodworm. Recommended Flies: All above plus Lures, Egg fly and Buzzers. Prices: £25 (4 fish); £22 (3 fish); £19 (2 fish); 4hrs £16 (2 fish); 4hrs £13 (1 fish); C&R day £15; 4hrs C&R £11. Facilities: Lodge, free fishing on Christmas Day. Brand new fishing lodge with refreshments and hot cooked food (seasonal), hot drinks and snack vending machines.

BALDERHEAD Middleton-in-Teesdale, Co Durham Tel: 01833 641121

BLACKTON WESTLOW MERE Congleton & District FF Ltd, Westlow Mere, off Giantswood Lane, Congleton, Cheshire CW12 2JJ Contact: Andrew Bayley Tel: 01260 270012 westlowmere@live.co.uk www.westlowmere.co.uk

CLEVELAND SCALING DAM RESERVOIR Northumbrian Water, Saltburn-by-Sea, Cleveland TS13 4TR Contact: Ranger team Tel: 0845 155 0236 / 01287 644032 go.fishing@nwl.co.uk www.nwl.co.uk/gofishing / www.facebook.com/nwfishing Season: 12 March – 30 November. 7.00am until 9.00pm or sunset whichever is sooner. Location: Between Guisborough and Whitby, directly off the A171. Sat Nav: TS13 4TR. Description: Any method, conveniently located near Teesside, Scaling Dam enjoys a lovely setting on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors. 105-acres (42 hectares). Stock: Rainbows and wild browns. Fishery Records: 13lbs 6oz. Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Daddy’s Buzzers and Damsel Nymphs. Recommended Flies: Floating line and intermediate lines with traditional wets, Soldier Palmer, Invicta, Bibio, Cruncher and Hare’s Ear nymph, Cat’s Whisker, Dawson’s Olive, Orange and Black fritz gold heads. Prices: Full 8 fish day permit £24, concessionary £22, All day fly only catch and release permit £15, Credit Cruncher 4 fish permit available from 2.00pm till close £17, 12 fish family and couples permit £36 * terms and conditions apply.

Teesdale, Co Durham Tel: 01833 641121

COW GREEN Langdon Beck, Middleton-in-Teesdale, Co Durham Contact: Northumbrian Water Leisure Tel: 0845 155 0236 go.fishing@nwl.co.uk www.nwl.co.uk/gofishing

GRASSHOLME West Pasture, Mickleton, Barnard Castle, County Durham DL12 0PW Contact: Northumbrian Water Tel: 01833 641121 Mob: 0845 155 0236 / 01833 641121 go.fishing@nwl.co.uk www.nwl.co.uk/gofishing / www.facebook.com/nwfishing Season: 12 March until 30 November. 7.00am until 9.00pm or sunset whichever is sooner. Location: Take the B6277 from Barnard Castle towards Mickleton. Turn off at the Western end of the village, sign posted Grassholme Reservoir. The fishery is about a mile up the road. Sat Nav. DL12 0PW. Description: Grassholme is firmly established as one of the top any method fisheries in the country,lying in the picturesque rolling pasture land of upper Teesdale,140 acres, 57 hectares. Stock: Rainbows and Wild brown trout. Fishery Records: 15lb 4oz. Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Daddy’s Buzzers, Mayfly, Lake Olives and Damsel Nymphs. Recommended Flies: Cat’s Whisker, Orange Fitz or Hot tailed Dawson’s Olive, Viva, Bibio, and Kate McLaren. Prices: Full 8 fish day permit £24, concessionary £22, All day fly only catch and release permit £15, Credit Cruncher 4 fish permit available from 2.00pm till close £17, 12 fish family and couples permit £36 * terms and conditions apply.

HURY RESERVOIR WEST HOUSE TROUT LAKES Mill Lane, Bishopton, Stockton-On-Tees, Cleveland TS21 1LL Contact: David Leak Mob: 07836 330157 sales@hadrianequine.co.uk www.westhouse-troutlakes.co.uk

COUNTY DURHAM ALDIN GRANGE LAKES Nampara, Aldin Grange Farm, Bearpark, Durham, Co Durham DH7 7AR Contact: B.H & S Hodgson, Mick Manghan (Manager) Tel: 0191 384 6090 Mob: 07901 538587 (Mick)

Co Durham Contact: Northumbrian Water Tel: 0845 155 0236 / 01833 641121 go.fishing@nwl.co.uk www.nwl.co.uk/gofishing / www.facebook.com/nwfishing Season: 12 March until 30 November. 7.00am until 9.00pm or sunset whichever is sooner. Location: Located in the Balder Valley, the fishery can be reached from either side of the Romaldkirk or Cotherstone on the B6277 Barnard Castle to Middleton-in-Teesside. Sign posted from Cotherstone or Romaldkirk villages off the B6277 Barnard Castle to Middleton. Description: Hury is exclusively fly only, stocked weekly with our own grown fish from our Teesdale fish farm. A must visit for traditional and flyfishing enthusiasts, 125 acres, 50 hectares. Stock: Rainbow and Wild brown trout. Fishery Records: 12lbs 10oz

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England, North Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Daddy’s Buzzers, Mayfly, Lake Olives and Damsel Nymphs. Recommended Flies: Orange or Sparkler Boobies, Cat’s Whisker, traditional wets such as Dabblers, Kate McLaren, Bibio and Invicta on floating or intermediate lines. Prices: Full 8 fish day permit £24, concessionary £22, All day fly only catch and release permit £15, Credit Cruncher 4 fish permit available from 2.00pm till close £17, 12 fish family and couples permit £36 * terms and conditions apply.

Stock: Rainbow Trout 2.5lb to 23lb. Fishery Records: 23lbs 2016. Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Damsels, Nymphs and Sedges. Recommended Flies: Black Buzzers, Bibio, Hare’s Ear, Daddies, Dancers. Prices: £28 first 3 fish then catch and release (8 hours). £20 first 2 fish then catch and release (4 hours), £18 (8 hours) catch and release, £12 (4 hours) catch and release. Facilities: Parking next to Lakes. Tackle shop, toilets.

JUBILEE LAKES

BIGLAND TROUT FISHERY

Redworth, Darlington, Co Durham DL2 2UH Contact: David and Sandra Hayman Tel: 01388 772611 info@jubileelakes.co.uk www.jubileelakes.co.uk and www.anglers-lodge.co.uk

Mungeon Farm, Backbarrow, Ulverston , Cumbria LA12 8PB Contact: Mrs Kath Blackett (Owner). Leased to WADAA. Tel: 01539 531566 Mob: 07789 502278 kath@biglandtroutfishery.co.uk www.biglandtroutfishery.co.uk

KNITSLEY MILL Consett, County Durham DH8 9EL Contact: Billy Thompson Mob: 07960 747417 billythompson0211@yahoo.co.uk www.knitsleymillfishinglakes.co.uk

BLENCARN LAKE Blencarn Hall, Blencarn, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 ITX Contact: J. K. Stamper Tel: 01768 88284

ESTHWAITE WATER TROUT FISHERY SELSET Middleton-in-Teesdale, Co Durham Tel: 01833 641121

The Boathouse, Ridding Wood, Hawkshead, Cumbria LA22 OQF Contact: David Coleman Tel: 01539 436541 trout@hawkshead.demon.co.uk www.hawksheadtrout.com

SHARPLEY SPRINGS Seaton, Seaham, Co. Durham SR7 ONP Contact: Simon Weightman Tel: 01915 818045 caroleweightman@hotmail.com simon.sharpley@googlemail.com www.sharpleysprings.co.uk Season: Open all year. Description: Six spring-fed lakes totalling 18-acres, clear water. Stock: Rainbows, browns, blues and golden, 2lb to 25lb. Fishery Records: 25lb 4oz. Natural Insect Life: All colour Buzzers, Damsels, Sedge, Caenis, Daddies, Corixa, Olives, Alderflies, Hog lice. Recommended Flies: Black Buzzer, Bloodworm, Hare’s Ear, Diawl Bach, Olive PTN, CdC, Sedge, Corixa. Prices: £20 Full Day - 3 fish bag, Catch & Release. Sporting tickets available. See website for latest info. Facilities: Centrally heated lodge, complementary tea and coffee, fishing platforms.

WITTON CASTLE LAKES South of Witton-Le-Wear, Sat Nav DL14 0DE Contact: Bishop Auckland and District Angling Club Tel: 01388 488691 bishopaucklandac@aol.com www.wittoncastlelakes.com

FARLETONVIEW FISHERY Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria LA7 7NU Contact: Simon Robinson Tel: 01539 567328 Mob: 07811 561616 or 07967 020334 simon@farletonview.wanadoo.co.uk www.farletonview.co.uk Season: Open 1st March to November. Evening tickets starting after 4pm to be pre-booked by ringing fishery. Closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday except Bank Holiday Mondays. Location: South Lakes. Close to Junction 36 on M6. Description: Two spring-fed lakes totalling 7 acres with good bank access. Stock: Rainbows, blues. (Browns/tigers stocked for sport). 2lb up to doubles. Fishery Records: Rainbow 13lb 6oz, brown 10lb 4oz. Natural Insect Life: Rich water, lots of fly life. Mainly Buzzers, Olives, Sedges. Good top of water lake. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Bloodworm, CdC, Shipmans Buzzers. Prices: 3 hrs 1 fish - £10 5 hrs 2 fish - £17 8 hrs 2 fish - £21 Catch and release: 3 hrs - £7 5 hrs - £11 8 hrs - £16 Other ticket options available e.g father and son. Facilities: On-site tearoom March to November serving homemade cakes, daily light lunches. Small on-site touring CV site.

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GILCRUX SPRINGS TROUT FARM

Bessy Beck, Newbiggin-on-Lune, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria CA17 4LY Contact: Ian Riddell Tel: 01539 623303 Mob: 0779 1563355 enquiries@bessybecktrout.co.uk www.bessybecktrout.co.uk Season: Open all year. Location: Only 5 minutes from J38 M6 or 30 minutes from AI Scotch Corner. Description: Three spring-fed lakes totaling 4 acres. Two fly only lakes and one bait fishing for families. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

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Gilcrux, Cockermouth, Cumbria CA7 2QD Contact: Mr Gilbert Pyke Tel: 01697 322488 pykelets@talktalk.net Graythwaite, Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 8BA Contact: Mr M Sandys Tel: 01539 531248 estate@greythwaitehall.com www.windermereflyfishing.co.uk


HAYESWATER

ULLSWATER

Hartsop, Patterdale, Cumbria Tel: 01539 535630

Ulverston, Cumbria Tel: 01768 482414

HIGH ARNSIDE TARN Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside, Cumbria Tel: 01539 535630

HIGH NEWTON TROUT FISHERY High Newton, Grange over Sands, Cumbria Tel: 01539 535630

KNOTTALLOW TARN Ulverston AA, Cumbria www.ulverstonangling.org

NAWORTH FISHERY Naworth Castle Estate, Brampton, Cumbria Contact: Fergus Graham Mob: 07831 862863 naworthfishery@live.com www.naworthfishery.co.uk Season: All year round. Location: Situated off the east of Brampton just off the A69 between Hexham and Carlisle. The entrance to the fishery is only 100 yards from that of New Mills fun fishery. Turn in, drive past the gate, at the top of the tarmac access road turn left, follow track through woodland to the car park and follow the rest of the track on foot to lake. Description: Fly and worm only (no ground bait or any other methods permitted). Stock: Brown, rainbow and blue trout. Fishery Records: Rainbow trout 24lbs and Brown Trout 19lbs. Natural Insect Life: In abundance. Recommended Flies: Various flies. Winter Lures. Summer mainly Buzzers. Prices: Full day £20 (4 fish), 4 hours £15 (3 fish), evening £15 (3 fish) starts after 5pm summertime only, catch and release £10 (full day). Adult and child prices available, please see website. Boat hire plus £10 (covers 2 people for duration of permit).

NEW MILLS Brampton, Cumbria CA8 2QS Contact: James Goode Tel: 016977 41115 Mob: 07779 754697 Fax: 016977 41115 James@newmillstrout.co.uk www.newmillstroutfishingpark.co.uk Season: Open from dawn until dusk all year except Mondays and two weeks over Christmas/New Year. Location: Located just off the A69 between Newcastle and Carlisle at Brampton in Cumbria. Description: New Mills stream-fed fly lake is set within idyllic scenery and is regularly re-stocked with home- reared Class A giant trout. Complete with fully stocked tackle shop, café and luxurious wigwam cabin accommodation. Stock: The lake is stocked with rainbow, blue, brown, gold and tiger trout up to 25lbs. Fishery Records: Rainbow trout – 25lb - 2016 Brown trout – 21lb 3oz - 2015 Tiger trout – 14lb 9oz – 2013 Blue trout – 17lb 2oz - 2015 Recommended Flies: Goldhead Montana, Black Sedge, Hare’s Ear, Diving Daddy, Bloodworm, Northern Spider, Okey Dokey, Olive Creeper, Cat’s Whisker Zonker, Fred’s Flapper or Stalking Bug. Prices: Four hour or all day 1 fish ticket, taking home your first Rainbow up to 5lb. Child (under 16) £12 or £15, Adult £19 or £25. Concession prices also available. Twilight 5pm plus £12 catch and release. Facilities: Tackle shop, cafe, accommodation, refreshments, kids parties, corporate days, school visits, gift vouchers available. Tuition available. Rod hire.

THIRLMERE Cumbria Tel: 01539 535630 www.lakedistrictfishing.net

WATENDLATH TROUT FISHERY 2 Trout Dale Cottages, Borrowdale, Keswick, Lake District CA12 5UY Contact: Stan Edmondson Tel: 01768 777362 Boat Bookings stanedmondson86@googlemail.com Season: 1st April to the end of October. Location: Jewel of the Lakes. Peace and quiet, scenic. Watendlath, Keswick. Description: Well stocked fishery. Natural lake 7 acres. Lovely scenery. Stock: Rainbow, brown and blue trout. Fishery Records: 23lb rainbow. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Black Gnats, Olives, Daddys. Recommended Flies: Black or brown patterns. Prices: £25, 4 fish full 8 hours. £18 half day, 2 fish. Three boats £15 per day. Facilities: Toilets, cafe, parking. Tickets from cafe. Accommodation local.

WINDERMERE Windermere Tourist Information, Bowness Bay, Glebe Road, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3HJ Tel: 01539 442895

LANCASHIRE BANK HOUSE FLY FISHERY Low Mill, Caton, Lancaster, Lancashire Contact: Ben and Charlotte Dobson Tel: 01524 770412 Mob: 07896 000939 info@stocksreservoir.com www.stocksreservoir.co.uk

BARNSFOLD WATERS Barns Lane, Goosnargh, Preston, Lancashire PR3 2NJ Contact: Frank Casson Tel: 01995 61583 Mob: 07834416209 casv6@aol.com www.barnsfoldwaters.co.uk

CLEVELEYMERE Cleveleymere, Cleveley Bank Lane, Forton, Preston, Lancashire PR3 1BY Contact: Mr Roger Burnside Tel: 01524 793644 Mob: 07711 055544 sales@cleveleymere.com www.cleveleymere.com Season: Open every day of the year, 9am til dusk. Location: Turn off M6 at J33 South Lancaster exit. Travel 3.5 miles south on A6, turn left at Hollins Lane crossroads then 1st right into Cleveley Bank Lane. The fishery is one mile further on. Description: The site is 34 acres; it’s a gated nature reserve with only 7 wonderful waterside 4/5* gold luxury fishing lodges with private harbours and boats including waterfalls, streams, ponds and 24 acre lake. The reserve is surrounded by woodland with breath taking views with easy parking next to the 14 jetties all with handrails and special non-slip walkways . There are several natural water in-flows to the lake, which is rich in fly and insect life. You will not be disappointed. Stock: Rainbow, Blues and Brown trout weighing up to 10lbs. Fishery Records: Rainbow trout 20.8lbs, Brown 8.25lbs. Natural Insect Life: Set in a privately owned 34-acre site where there is an abundance of natural fly life that is set in some wonderful breathtaking scenery of the Trough of Bowland with deer on site frequently, badgers and otters. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Cat’s, Fritz, Montana, Daiwl Bach. Prices: Full day, bank (9 hours): £23 (2 fish limit), £18 (sporting). Full day, boat (9 hours): £32 (2 fish limit), £27 (sporting). Full day, boat (two sharing, 9 hours): £29 pp (2 fish limit), £24 pp (sporting). Half day, bank (4.5 hours): £20 (2 fish limit), £15 (sporting). Half day, boat (4.5 hours):

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England, North £27 (2 fish limit), £22 (sporting). Half day, boat (two sharing, 4.5 hours): £25 pp (2 fish limit), £20 pp (sporting). Facilities: Relaxed tuition with our gamekeeper £40.00, 1.5 hours, we guarantee you’ll catch a fish! Full tackle hire £15.00 a person. Great full set up rods from only £69.95.

COWPE RESERVOIR Cowpe Road, Cowpe, Rossendale, Lancashire Mob: 07786 181636

CURLEY’S TROUT FISHERY Wallsuches, off Chorley Old Road, Horwich, Bolton, Lancashire BL6 6PP Contact: Stephen Kershaw Tel: 01204 691783 enquiries@curleysfishery.co.uk www.curleysfishery.co.uk

FORREST HILLS FLY FISHERY Hazelrigg Lane, Ellel, Lancaster, Lancashire LA2 0PL Contact: Colin Tel: 01524 752566

FYLDE TROUT FISHERY Back Lane, Greenhalgh, Preston, Lancashire PR4 3HN Contact: Alex Young Mob: 07818 880327 fyldetroutfishery@yahoo.co.uk www.fyldetroutfishery.co.uk

HORWICH FLY FISHING CLUB 60 Carleton Road, Chorley, Lancashire PR6 8UB Contact: Paul Bateson Tel: 01257 274258

MERE BECK FLY FISHING Mere Lane, Mere Brow, Tarleton, Lancashire PR4 6JU Contact: Gordon Imrie Tel: 01704 821006 Mob: 07761 120843 flyfishing@merebeck.co.uk www.merebeck.co.uk

PENNINE TROUT FISHERY Calderbrook Road, Littleborough, Lancashire OL15 9HL Contact: Lee and Andrew Moran Tel: 01706 378325 Mob: 07739 473342 penninetrout@aol.com www.penninetrout.co.uk

STOCKS RESERVOIR Catlow Road, Slaidburn, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 3AQ Contact: Ben Dobson / Charlotte Dobson Tel: 01200 446602 Mob: 07896 000939 info@stocksreservoir.com www.stocksreservoir.com

UPPER RODDLESWORTH RESERVOIR Roddlesworth Lane, Abbey Village, Chorley, Lancashire PR6 8DP Contact: Bob Hardwick Tel: 01257 369323 Mob: 07896 626688 enquiries@hdffc.co.uk www.hdffc.co.uk

NORTHUMBERLAND CAISTRON TROUT FISHERY Caistron Lake, Thropton, Rothbury, Northumberland NE65 7LG

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Contact: Ricky Chatterton Tel: 01669 640328 Mob: 07972 759401 ricky@caistrontroutfishery.co.uk www.caistronfisheryriverandlakes.co.uk Location: Four miles west of Rothbury on B6341. Description: Three lakes totalling 50-acres with Brown, Blue and Rainbow Trout. Annual membership available. If you’re looking for fly fishing in Northumberland then this is the only place to be. Stock: Rainbow and blues to 20lb. Wild browns to 10lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 20lb. Blue 15lb. Brown 10lb. Natural Insect Life: An abundant fly life - Buzzers, Sedge, Damsels, Corixa. Recommended Flies: Buzzer Patterns, Diawl Bach, Sedges, Hoppers Daddy Longlegs, Fry imitations. Prices: 8hrs (3 fish) then C&R £29; 4hrs (2 fish) then C&R £17. Sporting 8hr £20 / 4hr £12. Boat hire £5 per 4hr session 8hr adult and junior £35 (5 fish) then C&R. Facilities: Brand new toilet block. Lodge and tackle for hire. Boat hire.

CHATTON TROUT FISHERY Chatton, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 5RF Contact: Alison Brown Tel: 01668 215226 chatton.fishery@googlemail.com www.chattontroutfishery.com Season: 7 days a week, all year round from 8:30am each day. Location: From A697 - drive through the village of Chatton over a stone bridge and we are the second junction on the right hand side. From A1 - At the football pitch, we are the first junction on the left hand side, then follow the signs to the fishery. Description: ‘Chatton Lake’ is 4 acres, ‘Ross Lake’ is approx 3 acres and ‘Dunnydeer’ is approx 4 acres. As a big ‘thank you’ to our anglers we now have ‘Loyalty Cards’. After the purchase of six fishing permits the Loyalty Card entitles you to your next visit to the fishery free of charge. Stock: All three lakes are stocked with Rainbow, Blue and Brown Trout (all Brown Trout must be returned to the lake). All three lakes are stocked twice a week. Fishery Records: Biggest fish caught: Rainbow 17.8lb, Blue 12lb, Brown trout 15lb. Natural Insect Life: Large variety of natural fly life (very good Buzzer water and a lot of Daddies in the summer months). Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Diawl Bachs, Daddies, Hawthorns, Bloodworms, Hare Ears. Prices: Catch and Keep Prices; 2 hours, 1 fish limit, release 5 - £12. 4 hours, 2 fish limit, release 7 - £17. 5 hours, 3 fish limit, release 9 - £20. 6 hours, 4 fish limit, release 11 - £24. 8 hours, 5 fish limit, release 13 - £28 Catch and Release Prices; 2 hours, release 6 - £10 4 hours, release 10 - £14 6 hours, release 14 - £17 8 hours, release 18 - £20 Facilities: Luxurious wooden lodge with toilet facilities, hot and cold light refreshments available. Rod hire available. Fly fishing tuition available. Small tackle shop. No rod licence required.

DERWENT RESERVOIR Northumbrian Water, Consett, Northumberland DH8 9TT Contact: Northumbrian Water Tel: 0845 155 0236 / 01207 255250 go.fishing@nwl.co.uk www.nwl.co.uk / www.facebook.com/nwfishing Season: 12 March until 30 November. 7.00am until 9.00pm or sunset whichever is sooner. Location: Located just off the A58 and four miles west of Castleside, turn south at the Manor House Pub and follow the road into the valley. Sat Nav. DH8 9TT. Description: Derwent is our most popular any method fishery with anglers liking the combination of lots of bank space and the opportunity to catch specimen trout weighing up to 15lbs. Stock: Rainbow and wild brown trout. Fishery Records: 18lbs 4oz. Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Daddy’s Buzzers, Mayfly, Lake Olives and Damsel Nymphs.


Recommended Flies: Intermediate line with Black Fritz or Orange Blob, Washing line with Black Boobies or Muddler on point with Diawl Bach or Bibio on droppers Ledgered and float fished worm, Powerbait and various spinners. Prices: Full 8 fish day permit £24, concessionary £22, All day fly only catch and release permit £15, Credit Cruncher 4 fish permit available from 2.00pm till close £17, 12 fish family and couples permit £36 * terms and conditions apply.

FONTBURN Northumbrian Water, Morpeth, Northumberland NE61 4PL Contact: Northumbrian Water Tel: 0845 155 0236 / 01669 621368 go.fishing@nwl.co.uk www.nwl.co.uk/gofishing Season: 12 March until 30 November. 7.00am until 9.00pm or sunset whichever is sooner. Location: Just off the A696 and close to the village of Rothbury, Sat nav. NE61 4PL. Description: Any method, within easy reach of Tyneside, Fontburn is one of our smaller waters and has a reputation as being friendly, family orientated fishery 87-acres 35 hectares. Stock: Rainbow and wild browns. Fishery Records: 21lbs rainbow. Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Daddy’s Buzzers, Mayfly, Lake Olives and Damsel Nymphs. Recommended Flies: Soldier Palmer, Invicta, Bibio, Cruncher and Hare’s Ear nymph, Cat’s Whisker, Dawson’s Olive, Orange and Black fritz gold heads and various boobies, Ledgered and float fished worm, Powerbait and various spinners. Prices: Full 8 fish day permit £24, concessionary £22, All day fly only catch and release permit £15, Credit Cruncher 4 fish permit available from 2.00pm till close £17, 12 fish family and couples permit £36 * terms and conditions apply.

Season: February 1 to December 31. Location: Situated on the B6305 Hexham to Alston Road, and just before the village of Langley. Description: A 19th century reservoir of 14-acres stocked weekly throughout the season. Stock: Rainbows, tigers, some blues and browns, 2lb to 20lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 19lb, best bag 5 fish for 32lb. Natural Insect Life: Damsel, Daddies, Sedge, Hawthorn, Olives, Black Gnats. Recommended Flies: Dawson’s Olive, Buzzers, Bloodworm, Cat’s Whisker, Hare’s Ear, Diawl Bach, Daddies, Hawthorn, Sedge. Prices: 8 hrs £27 (5 fish); 6 hrs £22 (4 fish); 4 hrs £17 (3 fish), Father and Son 8 hrs £30 (6 fish), 6 hrs £25 (5 fish), 4 hrs £20 (4 fish). Sporting 8 hrs £20, 6 hrs £16, 4hrs £13. Boats, 8 hrs £10, 4 hrs £6. Senior citizen Mon - Thurs, 8 hrs £16 (3 fish). Membership card £10, immediate discounts apply. Facilities: Lodge, some tackle for sale.

HIGHAM LAKE TROUT FISHERY Pontelend, Northumberland NE20 ODH Contact: Andrew Cannon Mob: 07950 428159 highamlakes@btinternet.com www.highamlakes.com

KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARK Northumbrian Water, Hexham, Northumberland NE48 1BT Contact: Northumbrian Water Tel: 0845 155 0236 / 01434 251000 go.fishing@nwl.co.uk www.nwl.co.uk/gofishing / www.facebook.com/nwfishing Season: 12 March – Friday 18 November. Location: Located 12 miles west of Bellingham, Kielder Water is easily accessible from the A69 at Hexham. Sat nav. NE48 1BT. Description: Kielder Water is our boat fishery and with over 2000-acres of water to explore you can try a different spot every time you fish. 2700-acres, 1093 hectares. Stock: Rainbows and wild browns. Fishery Records: 11lbs 3oz Rainbow. Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Daddy’s Buzzers, Mayfly Lake Olives and Damsel Nymphs. Recommended Flies: Viva, Black Snatcher, Clan Chief, Tequila Sunrise Booby Orange Blob and Cat’s Whisker, Ledgered and float fished worm, Powerbait and various spinners. Prices: Full 8 fish day permit £24, concessionary £22, All day fly only catch and release permit £15, Credit Cruncher 4 fish permit available from 2.00pm till close £17, 12 fish family and couples permit £36 * terms and conditions apply.

LANGLEY DAM FLY FISHERY c/o Nilston Rigg Farms, Langley-on-Tyne, Hexham , Northumberland NE47 5LD Contact: Anth and Kelly White, Benedict Bates Tel: 01434 688846 Mob: 07929 184902 ben@loftusbates.demon.co.uk www.langleydam.co.uk

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England, North Thrunton Long Crag Trout Fishery One of the North of England’s longest established still water fsheries, Sweethope has two lakes of 140 acres and 12 acres. Stocked with top quality rainbow and blue trout and a healthy population of native brown trout, the fshery can offer sport from the bank or from boat in beautiful surroundings. In co-operation with the estate we have two 4 bed self catering cottages and a 5 berth touring caravan site. Facilities at the fshery include showers, rod hire and a shop. Tuition and catering by prior arrangement. Clubs are welcome and enjoy a 10% discount.

Lough House, Sweethope, Kirkharle, Northumberland. NE19 2PN facebook: Telephone: 01830540349 | Mobile: 07766590319 sweethopeadventure

email: chrisslack137@gmail.com

www.sweethopeadventure.co.uk SWEETHOPE LOUGHS TROUT FISHERY Lough House, Sweethope, Harle, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Northumberland NE19 2PN Tel: 01830 540349

THRUNTON LONG CRAG TROUT FISHERY Thrunton, Whittingham, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 4SD Contact: Mrs J Blythe Tel: 01665 574400 Mob: 07795 002607 info@thruntontroutfishery.co.uk www.thruntontroutfishery.co.uk

2 beautiful spring fed lakes in the heart of Northumberland. Stocked regularly with quality hard fighting rainbow, blue and brown trout. • Purpose built fishing lodge – scenic views and refreshments. • Disabled facilities plus car access to the water’s edge if needed. • Easily accessible from the A697. • Strong Junior section. • Fly only barbless fishery. • Open from 8.30am -7 days a week.

Tel – 01665574400 www.thruntontroutfishery.co.uk WEST WATER AC (HALLINGTON RESERVOIRS) The Clubhouse, Hallington Reservoir, Colwell, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 4PY Tel: 01434 681405

YORKSHIRE BELLFLASK nr Tanfield, Ripon, Yorkshire HG4 5LW Tel: 01677 470716

CRABTREE ANGLING LAKE Crabtree Farm, Gilling West, Richmond, Yorkshire DL10 5JD Tel: 01748 850158

DALE PITT LAKES Bawtry Road, Hatfield Woodhouse, Doncaster, Yorkshire DN7 6PH Contact: John Holt Mob: 07500 865402 www.dalepitlakes.co.uk

HELWITH BRIDGE FLY FISHERY Stainforth, Settle, North Yorkshire Contact: David Oversby Tel: 015242 41696 Mob: 077901 84641 david@flyfishingyorkshiredales.co.uk www.flyfishingyorkshiredales.co.uk

KILNSEY PARK FLY FISHERY Kilnsey, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 5PS Tel: 01756 752150 stuart@kilnseypark.co.uk www.kilnseypark.co.uk

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Kilnsey Park Fly Fishery is set in spectacular surroundings. We restock from our on-site spring fed trout farm with hard fghting blues, rainbows and browns at least twice a week, all year round. Kilnsey Fly Fishery and Trout Farm Kilnsey Park Estate Kilnsey Near Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 5PS

Tel: 01756 752150 Email: stuart@kilnseypark.co.uk Web: www.kilnseyfshing.co.uk KIPLIN HALL Great Langton, Northallerton, Yorkshire Tel: 01677 470716

LEIGHTON FLY FISHERY Leighton Reservoir, Healey, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 4LS Contact: Josh Riddell Tel: 01765 689270 info@leightonflyfishing.co.uk www.leightonflyfishing.co.uk Season: Open all year. Closed Jan till mid Feb. Location: Five miles west of Masham, through villages of Fearby and Healey. Reservoir postcode HG4 4LS. J31. Description: Yorkshire’s premier fly fishery. Over 100 acres and up to 90ft deep. Bank only fishing. 15 mins from junction 51 A1. Stocked weekly. Follow us in Facebook and see website for regular fishing reports. Tickets self-service from fishing hut at side of reservoir or from Fish Pal. Stock: Rainbow 2.5lb upward to 25lb. Fishery Records: 22lb 2016. Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Damsels, Nymphs and Sedges. Recommended Flies: Bloodworm, Zonkers, Cat’s Whisker and Dawson’s Olive. Prices: £25 first 4 fish then catch and release, £20 concessionary first 3 fish then catch and release, £15 under 16 years first 2 fish then catch and release, evening ticket from 6pm. £15 first 2 fish then catch and release. Contact us for group bookings of 15 or more. Facilities: Lodge, toilets, disabled parking nearer to reservoir.

LOCKWOOD BECK TROUT FISHERY The Fishing Lodge, Lockwood Beck, Lingdale, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire TS12 3LQ Contact: Gordon Byers Tel: 01287 660501 Mob: 07973 779527 info@lockwoodfishery.co.uk www.lockwoodfishery.co.uk Season: March 5th to October 31st . Winter Bait Fishing November 1st to January 29th.

Description: Delightful 60-acre fishery, Set in mature woodland on fringe of North York Moors National Park. Situated directly off A171 Guisborough to Whitby Road. Voted best fishery by Trout Fisherman readers in 2006. Stock: Rainbows, Blues and some Browns from 1lb 12oz to Double figures. Fishery Records: Brown 12lb 5oz (wild), rainbow 18lb, blue 9lb 2oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Sedge, Olives, Damsels, Daddies. Recommended Flies: CdC Shuttlecocks, Hoppers, Daddies, Sedge, Buzzers, Hare’s Ear, Pheasant Tail, Damsel, Diawl Bach, Dawson’s Olive, Black Fritz, Cat’s Whisker, Nomads Prices: 1 fish kill plus catch & release £21:- sporting permit where the angler can keep one fish if wanted. 3 fish kill plus catch & release £26:first fish must be kept, then catch and release allowed until fish kill limit is reached. 4 fish kill plus catch & release £29:- first fish must be kept, then catch and release allowed until fish kill limit is reached. Last 4 hour 1 fish kill plus catch & release (evening rise permit) £12.50. Boat Hire: Eight rowing boats are available for hire. Life jackets are provided and must be worn at all times by boat anglers. Full day rowing boat two anglers £12.00:- From 8.30am until one hour after sunset. Full day rowing boat one angler £8:- From 8.30am until one hour after sunset. Part day rowing boat morning / afternoon £8:- Times displayed in the lodge. Last 4 hours rowing boat £5:- available from the time displayed in the fishing lodge. Anglers may bring their own electric outboards. We no longer hire out electric outboards. Float Tubes are allowed. Launching is free but float tubers must be booked in advance. Facilities: Wheelyboat, heated lodge with drinks machine.

MARSTON WYSE TROUT FARM Maran Lakes, Wetherby Road, Long Marston, York, Yorkshire YO26 7NH Contact: Martin Rhodes Tel: 01904 738383 Mob: 07786 035485 maran.lakes@btconnect.com www.maranlakes.co.uk Season: Open all year, dawn to dusk. Location: Off Wetherby road between Bilton and Long Marston. Opposite York House. Description: Five lakes approx. 1-acre each, set in 22-acres of farmland and woods. Stock: Average stock size - rainbows and blues 2lb to 5lb. Fishery Records: Brown trout record 7lb 8oz. Rainbow record 18lb 7oz. Natural Insect Life: Mayfly, Corixa, Shrimp, Damsel, Dragonfly, Midge, Hawthorn, Daddy Longlegs, Sedge. Recommended Flies: Sedge, Black Shipmans, PTN, Sedge, Daddy Longlegs, Ace of Spades, Apps Worm, Griffiths Gnat. Prices: Full day (3 fish) £24.50, (2 fish) £22, (1 fish) £19.50, including C&R after limit. 6 hours sporting £10.00. 4 hours sporting £8.00. Facilities: Lodge.

PICKERING TROUT LAKE Newbridge Road, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 8JH Contact: Paula O’Donnell Tel: 01751 474219 Mob: 07867 903928 paula-od@tiscali.co.uk www.pickeringtroutlake.co.uk

RAYGILL FISHERIES Lothersdale, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD20 8HH Contact: Bernard Clement Tel: 01535 632500 raygillfisheries@hotmail.com. www.raygillfisheries.co.uk / www.raygillclothing.co.uk

STONEBRIDGE FISHING LAKES Fleetham Lane, Scruton, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 ORR Contact: Richard or Aimee Whiting Tel: 01609 748818

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England, North stonebridgefishinglakes@yahoo.co.uk www.stonebridgefishinglakes.co.uk

TANFIELD LODGE LAKE West Tanfield, Ripon, Yorkshire HG4 5LB Contact: C Bourne-Arton Tel: 01677 470385 Fax: 01677 470018 www.tanfieldlodgelake.com Season: Friday 25th March to Sunday 2nd October. Location: Midway between Masham and Ripon on River Ure. Description: 11.5-acres. Stock: Rainbows to 3lb, some browns as fingerlings. Natural Insect Life: Abundant Buzzers, Hawthorn, Sedges. Also Mayfly, Olives. Recommended Flies: Any natural imitations. Prices: Day ticket £16 - 4 fish. Junior (14) £8 - 2 fish. Evening (after 5pm) £8 - 2 fish. Facilities: Hut with gas stove. Toilet.

THRUSCROSS RESERVOIR Blubberhouses, Yorkshire Tel: 01943 880658 (Yorkshire Water)

THRYBERGH FISHERY Thrybergh Country Park, Doncaster Road, Thrybergh, Rotherham, Yorkshire S65 4NU Tel: 01709 850353

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WALTON HALL TROUT FISHERY Waterton Park Hotel, Walton, Yorkshire WF2 6PW Tel: 01924 242990

WANSFORD TROUT & COARSE FISHERY Wansford Road, Driffield, East Yorkshire Contact: Kevin Jeffrey Tel: 01377 240329 Mob: 07887 662796 kevin@wansfordfishery.co.uk www.wansfordfishery.co.uk

WASHBURN VALLEY FISHERIES (FLY & BAIT) Harrogate, Tel: 01943 880658

WYKEHAM LAKES Charm Park, Long Causeway Road, Wykeham, Scarborough, Yorkshire YO13 9QU Contact: Mike Heelis Mob: 07946 534001 wykehamlakes@btinternet.com www.wykehamlakes.co.uk


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England, South East Suffers in terms of numbers of fly waters. Many have become carp because shallow stillwaters struggle in summer heat and carp are more resilient to low oxygen levels than trout. Nevertheless, those water’s remaining offer super sport in the right conditions.

BERKSHIRE

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

BARN ELMS FLY FISHERY

EARITH LAKES TROUT FISHERY

Barn Elms Fishery, Dark Lane, Bradfield, Reading, Berkshire RG7 6DF Contact: Rosemary Balsdon Tel: 01189 744744 Mob: 07768 581785 barnelms@btopenworld.com www.barnelmsfishery.co.uk Season: lst March to 12th November 2016. Location: Four miles from M4 exit 12 (Theale). A4 towards Newbury, turn right at 2nd roundabout onto A340, left towards Bradfield College crossroads, straight on towards Yattendon, next right Dark Lane, Farm on right, half a mile. Description: Six-acres, clover-shaped spring-fed chalk stream lakes on working farm in idyllic Pang Valley. Bank Fishing only. River Pang fishing available. Stock: Weekly stocking. Rainbow and browns up to 8lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 14lb and brown 9lb. Natural Insect Life: Daddies, Damsels, Mayfly, Buzzers. Recommended Flies: Damsel, Montana, Nymphs, GRHE, Diawl Bach, Bloodworm, Cat’s Whisker, Olive. Prices: £29 (2 fish); £34 (3 fish); £39 (4 fish); Corporate £39 (4 fish) pp plus food. Multi Fish Tickets: £365 (25 fish); £575 (50 fish). No C&R). Facilities: Relaxing large lodge with free tea and coffee. Closed every Wednesday for private exclusive corporate use events. Tuition by prior arrangement.

FELIX FARM TROUT FISHERY Howe Lane, Binfield, Bracknell, Berkshire RG42 5QL Contact: Rob Barrett Tel: 07768 853449 Mob: 0745 496 4787 felix.farm@yahoo.co.uk www.felixfarmtroutfishery.co.uk

Holme Fen Drove, Colne, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 3RE Contact: Alex and Martin Dawson Tel: 01487 740301 info@earithlakes.com www.earithlakes.com

GRAFHAM WATER The Fishing Lodge, West Perry, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 0BX Contact: Hannah Palmer (Head Ranger) Tel: 01480 810531 Mob: 07801 674683 fishing@anglianwater.co.uk www.anglianwater.co.uk/leisure Season: 4th March to 31st January 2017. Location: Signposted from A1 Buckden roundabout. Description: A 1500-acre purpose-built reservoir. Stock: Rainbows, browns, 1lb 8oz upwards. Fishery Records: Brown 17lb 2oz (fly), rainbow 13lb 3oz. Natural Insect Life: Prolific - Buzzers, Damsels, Daddies. Recommended Flies: Shrimp patterns, Buzzers, Crunchers, Diawl Bach and Boobies. Prices: DT £26 (8 fish plus C&R); HD £18 (4 fish); sporting £22; day boat from £27; HD from £20; single manned £17; HD single manned £14; sunset boat £12.50; wheelyboat £18. Winter boat £19. Wide range of season tickets available. Facilities: Lodge, tackle shop.

ESSEX CHIGBORO FISHERIES

HAYWARDS FARM FISHERY Haywards Farm, Station Road, Theale, Reading, Berkshire RG7 4AS Contact: Michael Stratton Tel: 0118 9323 422 info@haywardsfarmfishery.co.uk www.haywardsfarmfishery.co.uk

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE POCHARD LAKE TROUT FISHERY Pochard Lake, Heath Road, Great Brickhill, Milton Keynes, MK17 9AL Tel: 01525 340009 charleswsnow@aol.com www.pochardlakefishing.co.uk Season: All year. Description: Two-acre spring-fed lake within secluded wooded grounds. Comfortable clubhouse, refreshments available. Mainly a membership fishery with day tickets available on Tuesdays, 8am to 6pm. Booking essential. Stock: Rainbows and browns, 2-7lb. Prices: Annual memberships; unlimited visits, 50 fish £490. Unlimited visits, 35 fish £380. Day tickets: 4 fish all day £38, 2 fish, pm, £24.

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Chigborough Road, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex CM9 4RE Contact: Sam Tallowin Tel: 01621 852113 Mob: 07702 244440 Fax: 01621 855563 chigborofisheries@googlemail.com www.chigborofisheries.co.uk Season: Open all year from 8am daily. Location: Just off the B1026 between Heybridge and Goldhanger. Description: Three Trout lakes and four Coarse lakes totalling 60-acres. Stock: Rainbow and brown to mid doubles. Fishery Records: Rainbow 19lb 12oz; brown 15lb 2oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Damsels, Daddies, Bloodworm, Pond Olives. Recommended Flies: Damsels, Daddies, Buzzers, Montanas, Cat’s Whiskers. Prices: 2 fish £24, 3 fish £30, 4 fish £36, 1 + C&R £24, 2 + C&R £30, Boats £7. Facilities: Licensed tearooms, smokehouse and gift shop open every day 9.30am - 5pm except Mondays and Tuesday. Education centre and pottery painting studio.

HANNINGFIELD TROUT FISHERY The Fishing Lodge, Giffords Lane, South Hanningfield, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 8HX Contact: Northumbrian Water Group Tel: 0845 155 0236 / 01268 712180 Fax: 01268 712181


go.fishing@nwl.co.uk www.eswater.co.uk/your-home/go-fishing / www.facebook.com/ nwfishing Season: 5 March until 30 November. 8.00am until 9.00pm or sunset whichever is sooner. Location: South Hanningfield, Giffords Lane Sat Nav CM3 8HX. Description: Hanningfield is our premier any method fishery producing great sport for a variety of angling techniques. The water is 900 acres with an average depth of 23 feet. Stock: Rainbow trout and some brown trout. Fishery Records: 24lbs 1oz rainbow trout. Natural Insect Life: Daddy’s Buzzers, Damsel Nymphs. Recommended Flies: Various boobies, sparklers, Orange blob, bloodworm, various buzzers and nymphs including crunchers and Diawl Bach’s Ledgered and float fished worm, Powerbait and various spinners and spoons. Prices: Season Permits Mon - Sun full £797 Cons £693 midweek MonFriday full £600 Cons £520. 8 fish Day Permit Full £26 Cons £24, All day fly only catch and release permit £15, Credit Cruncher 4 fish permit available from 1.00 pm until close £19. Facilities: Fishing lodge with well stocked shop, licensed restaurant, 40 motor boats and two wheely boats.

NORTON FISHERY Epping Lane, Stapleford Tawney, Essex RM4 1ST Contact: Julie Norton Tel: 01708 688525 Mob: 07534 961415 enquiries@nortonfishery.com www.nortonfishery.com

Amport TroutOnly Fishery is a still water Bookings - 7 days a week trout fishery located in Hampshire, Full Day Ticket: max 4 fish, £40 a few miles from Andover, just Contact: 07775 953273 off the A303 and not far from the www.amporttroutfishery.co.uk village of Thruxton. Owned and run by Will Hawkings-Byass, the lake is set in beautiful surroundings and fed by gin clear chalk springs which makes this a perfect stalking lake. • The lake is stocked with rainbow trout at a minimum size of 2.5lb • We are open 7 days a week and fishing is by booking only • Full Day Ticket (max 4 fish) £40 Evening Ticket (max 2 fish) £25 • Evening Tickets are from 4.00pm in BST and from 12.00pm from 1st November until 1st April • Exclusive full day use of fishery available from £175 • Season ticket (10 day ticket) £350 • For corporate days or split days including either clay shooting or karting please call or email

Our expert staff are very happy to discuss and give fly and tackle advice. Call Will on: 07775 953273 Email: will@amporttroutfishery.co.uk www.amporttroutfishery.co.uk

AVINGTON TROUT FISHERY Avington, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 1BZ. Contact: Sam Seall (Manager). Bob West (Owner). Tel: 01962 779312 Mob: 07973 721939 Fax: 01962 779767 info@avingtontrout.com www.avingtontrout.com Season: Open all year. Location: Off B3047 between Winchester and Alresford, near the village of Itchen Abbas. Description: Three tree-lined, mature lakes totaling 9-acres fed by a tributary of the River Itchen plus half mile double bank carrier stream of River Itchen. Stock: Rainbows, blues and browns, from 4lb to large doubles. Fishery Records: Rainbow 28lb, brown 22lb 8oz, blue 20lb 1oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Olives, Mayfly, Sedge, Damsels. Recommended Flies: Stalking bugs, Goldhead Damsels, Buzzers, Bloodworms, Daddies. Prices: £80 (4 fish); £70 (3 fish); £50 (2 fish) (inc VAT). Carrier stream only £60 inc. VAT. Facilities: Corporate lodge, cafe, tackle shop, rest room, weighing/ gutting room, tackle hire, tuition.

CHIPHALL LAKE TROUT FISHERY North Field Farm, Droxford Road, Wickham, Hampshire PO17 5NZ Tel: 01329 833295 Mob: 07776 256792

HAMPSHIRE AMPORT TROUT FISHERY Wiremead Lane, Amport, Andover, Hampshire SP11 8AZ Contact: Will Hawkings-Byass Mob: 0777 5953273 will@amporttroutfishery.co.uk www.amportroutfishery.co.uk

CHURCH PADDOCK TROUT FISHERY Bedfield Lane, Headbourne Worthy, Hampshire SO23 7JQ Contact: Jamie Dean Mob: 07765 591931 info@churchpaddock.co.uk www.churchpaddock.com Season: Open all year. Location: Headbourne Worthy on outskirts of Winchester. Description: Five acre site with a one and a half acre spring-fed lake. Stock: Brown, rainbow, blue from 2lbs - double figures. Fishery Records: 17lbs.

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England, South East Natural Insect Life: Damsel, Olives. Recommended Flies: Damsel, Shrimps. Prices: 2 fish ticket £30 (day ticket) 3 fish ticket £40 (day ticket) 4 fish ticket £50 (day ticket) 10 fish ticket £165 (multi fish) 20 fish ticket £300 (multi fish) Facilities: Fishing hut, refreshments, toilets, gutting facilities.

DEVER SPRINGS TROUT FISHERY Barton Stacey, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 3NP Contact: Mr N Staig Tel: 01264 720592 info@deversprings.co.uk www.deversprings.co.uk

Hampshire countryside. Perfect for stalking! Stock: Rainbow, Blue, Sandy, and Brown trout, average size 2.5lb with some larger fish (up to 10lb). Fishery Records: 17lb Rainbow. 14lb Brown. Natural Insect Life: Pond Olive, Sedge, Alder fly, Hawthorn, Midge, Mayfly, Crane fly, Damsel fly, Dragonfly. Recommended Flies: Blue Flash Damsel, Cat’s Whisker, Montana, Hare’s Ear, Daddy Longlegs, Black Stalking bugs, Magpie Buzzer, Diawl Bach. Prices: Day tickets: 2 fish - £33, 4 fish - £52. 4 fish, Parent and Child under 16- £48 (2 rods sharing 4 fish). Season Tickets. 10 fish - £185 (6 month). 25 fish- £370 (12 months). All season tickets holders are permitted to bring a guest who may fish on their ticket. Facilities: Fishing hut with free hot drinks and fishing lodge with flush toilet and washing facilities available. We have disabled access (includes use of golf buggy) but not facilities.

JOHN O’GAUNTS FISHERY

FIVE OAKS TROUT LAKE AND LODGE The Lodge, Five Oakes, Crableck Lane, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, Hampshire SO31 7AL Contact: Jeff Purkiss Tel: 01489 577379 Mob: 07702 671617 jeffpurk@hotmail.com www.fiveoaksfishing.com

HOLBURY LAKES Holbury Lane, Lockerley, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 0JR Contact: Simon Fields Tel: 01794 341619 Mob: 07817 252441 info@holburylakes.co.uk www.holburylakes.co.uk Season: All year. May be occasionally closed for corporate days. Location: Fishery set in 40 acres of outstandingly beautiful countryside deep in the Test valley. Description: Under new management. Four lakes each with its own unique character totaling 8.5 acres of water set in 40 acres of glorious

Kings Somborne, Stockbridge, Hampshire Tel: 01794 388130 www.johnogauntsfishery.net

LOWER ITCHEN FISHERY Gaters Mill, Mansbridge Road, West End, Southampton, Hampshire SO18 3HW Tel: 02380 814389 Mob: 07885 175540 info@itchen-fishing.net www.itchen-fishing.net

MEON SPRINGS FLY FISHERY & FISHING HUTS Whitewool Farm, East Meon, Petersfield, Hampshire GU32 1HW Contact: Roger Greentree, Greg Adlam, Tim Richardson Tel: 01730 823134 Mob: 07766 525840 fishing@meonsprings.com www.meonsprings.com

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Bookings and details:

www.deversprings.co.uk | Tel: 01264 720592 | E-mail: info@deversprings.co.uk Dever Springs, Barton Stacey, Winchester, Hants SO21 3NP

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Season: From 8am till dusk - all year. Location: Located in the heart of the South Downs National Park in the Meon Valley, Hampshire. Description: Four spring-fed lakes covering five-acres including two lakes for catch and release. Tranquil location beneath South Downs Stock: Rainbows 2lbs to doubles in catch and keep lakes. Browns and rainbows in catch and release lakes. Fishery Records: 19lbs. Natural Insect Life: Pond Olives, Damsels, Shrimps, Newts. Recommended Flies: Small nymphs and buzzers normally work well. After a heavy rain, go for lures. Weekly updates by email and social media. See website for details. Prices: £35 for two fish ticket then £10 per fish caught thereafter. Credits given for uncaught fish. Catch and release - £20. Facilities: Fishing lodge with cafe and tackle shop. Ideal for corporate days, charity events and small groups. Accommodation available in yurts or fishing huts. Experience Days and tuition available.

MOORHEN TROUT FISHERY Warnford, Southampton, Hampshire SO32 3LB Contact: Wendy Rogers Tel: 01730 829460 enquiries@moorhentroutfishery.co.uk www.moorhentroutfishery.co.uk

Moorhen Trout Fishery FLY FISHING IN THE HEART OF THE MEON VALLEY Moorhen Trout Fishery is an idyllic Hampshire stillwater set amongst the beautiful and tranquil surroundings of the South Downs National Park.

WOODINGTON TROUT FISHERY Woodington and Whinwhistle Fisheries, East Wellow, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 6BE Contact: John and Amanda Hardeley Tel: 01794 324485 Mob: 07816 187648 Fax: 01794 323949 john@woodingtontroutfishery.co.uk www.woodingtontroutfishery.co.uk

HERTFORDSHIRE REDBOURNBURY TROUT FISHERY Beesonend Lane, Redbournbury, St Albans, Hertfordshire Contact: John Dunckley Mob: 07774 197411 Fax: 01582 627099 john.dunckley@ntlworld.com www.redbournburyfishery.co.uk

RIB VALLEY FISHING LAKES Westmill Farm, Ware (A602), Hertfordshire SG12 OES Contact: Mike Clark Tel: 01920 462200 mike.ribvalley@hotmail.com www.ribvalleyfishinglakes.com Season: October - May. Location: Off A602 near A10 at Ware. Description: Five-acre lake with depths to 14ft. Stock: Rainbow trout averaging 2lb with some bigger fish to 5lb. Also some brown trout, to be returned at all times. Fishery Records: Biggest fish in 2014 at 6lb 3oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Bloodworm, Mayfly and Daddies. Recommended Flies: Lures good in cold, naturals when it warms up. Prices: £20, 6 hour, 1 fish killed plus C&R. £24, all day, 2 fish killed plus C&R. £28, all day, 3 fish killed plus C&R. £32, all day, 4 fish killed plus C&R. £12, junior (16 and under) all day, 1 fish killed plus C&R. £22, RVFF Club concession, all day, 2 fish killed plus C&R. Facilities: Lodge, tackle shop, 9-hole golf course, function and meeting rooms, garden centre, art supplies and gallery, restaurant, pine shop, children’s soft play.

TRINGFORD TROUT FISHERY Tring Rd, Marsworth, Hertfordshire Contact: Call Bob 07802 805 236. robert@houston55.orangehome.co.uk and wilkinson-david2@sky.com

Quality Rainbows, excellent facilities and a warm welcome. Greys Dealer & Tackle Shop

www.moorhentroutfshery.co.uk Tel: 01730 829460 Closed Mondays

ROCKBOURNE TROUT FISHERY Rockbourne Road, Sandleheath, Fordingbridge, Hampshire SP6 1QG Contact: Peter Spratt Tel: 01725 518603 info@rockbournetroutfishery.co.uk www.rockbournetroutfishery.co.uk

SUTTON SPRINGS Bullington Lane, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire Contact: Nigel Jackson Mob: 07808 812814

KENT BEWL WATER Bewl Water Fishing Lodge, Bewlbridge Lane, Lamberhurst, Kent TN3 8JH Contact: Bewl Water Fishing Ltd Tel: 01892 890352 fish@bewl.co.uk www.bewl.co.uk

CHEQUERTREE FISHERY Chequertree Lane, Bethersden, Ashford, Kent TN26 3JR Contact: Chris Drew Tel: 01233 820078 chrisfishandalison@tiscali.co.uk www.chequertreefishery.com Season: Closed 1st June to 1st September. Description: One lake, 1 1/5-acre. Max 10 people. Stock: Rainbows and browns, 2lb up to and incl. double-figures. Fishery Records: Rainbow 16lb 8oz, brown 13lb 7oz. Natural Insect Life: Mayfly, Buzzer and Daddy Longlegs. Recommended Flies: As above.

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England, South East Prices: £30 (4 fish); £25 (3 fish); £20 (2 fish); £15 C&R. Facilities: Clubhouse. Toilets. Bar, restaurant and accommodation available.

HAYES TROUT FISHERY Hayes Street Farm, Hayes Lane, Hayes, Bromley, Kent BR2 7LB Contact: George Tel: 0208 462 1186 Mob: 07710 550954 mail@hayesstreetfarm.co.uk www.hayesstfarm.co.uk

SPRING HILL TROUT WATERS Albans Farm, Romford Road, Pembury, Kent TN2 4BB Contact: Lee Green Tel: 01892 826041 Mob: 07951 304515 info@springhilltroutwaters.co.uk www.springhilltroutwaters.co.uk Season: All year. Location: Pembury, Kent. Outstanding natural beauty. Stock: Rainbow trout, brown trout and tiger trout. Fishery Records: Rainbow 18lb 4oz, brown 11lb 15oz. Natural Insect Life: Damsels, Sedge, Midge and most of the south England’s still water invertebrates. Recommended Flies: Damsels, Buzzer, Hare’s Ear, Cat’s Whisker, various Lures and seasonal dries. Prices: Main Lake tickets: 2 fish, 4 hours £20, half day – take 1st 2 fish/release 2 fish, 4 hours £23, 4 fish, no time limit £33. Day: take 1st 4/ release 4, no time limit £38. All water tickets, 2 fish 4 hours £22, half day: take 1st 2 fish/release 2 fish, 4 hours £25, 4 fish, no time limit £38. Day: take 1st 4 fish/release 4 fish, no time limit £43. No C&R on brown ponds. Facilities: Lodge, rod hire, great wildlife, friendly advice, corporate days.

STOWTING TROUT LAKE Water Farm, Stowting, Ashford, Kent TN25 6BA Contact: CT & CM Cole Tel: 01303 862401 www.stowting.net

TENTERDEN TROUT WATERS Coombe Farm, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6XA Contact: Mrs Audrey Evans & Mrs Gaynor Stokes Tel: 01580 763201 gaynor@coombe-farm.com www.tenterden-trout-waters.co.uk Season: Open from 3rd January to 18th December 2015 for summer closing, please ring or email. Location: Set in a valley, five minutes’ drive from Tenterden. Take the Cranbrook Road, go over the steam railway and take the next right turn. The fishery is well signposted. Description: Three stream and spring-fed lakes totalling 5-acres in beautiful Wealden countryside, only five minutes from Tenterden. Stock: Rainbows, browns, 2lb to 14lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 14lb 2oz, brown 11lb 4oz. Natural Insect Life: Damsels, Sedges, Buzzers, Daddies. Recommended Flies: Cooper’s Yellow, Damsel Nymphs, Montana Nymphs, Green Grizzly Beetles. Prices: Day permits: £32, 4 best fish. Half day permit £20 = 2 best fish (am or pm). Catch and release (sporting), full day £18, half day £12. Facilities: Rest room, free tea and coffee available.

LONDON SYON PARK FISHERY Albury Estate Fisheries, Estate Office, Syon Park, Brentford, Middlesex TW8 8JF Contact: Andrew Allen Mob: 07956 378138 Fax: 020 8568 0936

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andyallen@alburyestate.com www.alburyestate.com

THORNWOOD SPRINGS Carpenters Arms Lane, Thornwood, Epping, Essex CM16 6LR Contact: Peter Thurston Tel: 07588 669255 peter@thornwoodtroutfishery.com www.thornwoodtroutfishery.com Season: Open all year. 8am to dusk. Location: One mile from M11 Harlow Junction. Three miles from M25 Epping. Near M11 and M25 junctions, Epping Tube 1 mile away. Description: Three spring-fed lakes on a 20-acre site next to Epping Forest. Crystal clear water with high oxygen/deep 23ft abundant fly life and great dry fly/stalking. Like us on Facebook: Thornwood Trout Lakes and Flyfishing, +blog = FLY FISHING THORNWOOD. Stock: Rainbows 1.5lb to 23lb. Browns 2lb to 20lbs. Fishery Records: Rainbow 16lb, Brown 14lb, Blue 6lb. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Mayflies, Hawthorn Fly, Sedge, Caenis, Damsels. Recommended Flies: GRHE, Buzzers, Daddies, Dancers, Snakes, PTNs, River Nymphs, Montana, Cat’s Whisker, Sedge, Mayfly, Klinks, CdC. Prices: Lake 1, tickets from £15 to £35. Lake 2, tickets from £30 to £50. Lake 3, tickets from £40 to £65. All three lakes on this ticket with C&R after limit taken. Facilities: Disabled access and facilities available, if prior arranged. Heated lodge with free tea/coffee for self service, BBQ use, wigwam also for use.

WALTHAMSTOW TROUT FISHERY 2 Forest Road, London, N17 9NH Contact: Rupert Newby Tel: 0208 808 1527 Mob: 07747 641179 Fax: 02088 087774 walthamstow.information@thameswater.co.uk www.thameswater.co.uk

NORFOLK BLACKDYKE TROUT FLY FISHERY Blackdyke Road, Hockwold, Thetford, Norfolk IP26 4JW Contact: Paul Speed Mob: 07525 730447 Fax: 01842 861110 contact@blackdykefishing.co.uk www.blackdykefishing.co.uk Season: Open all year. Location: Situated between Feltwell and Hockwold in peaceful countryside. Description: One lake of 8-acres, 27 feet deep. Stock: Rainbows and browns from 1.8lbs, up to doubles. Fishery Records: Rainbow - 16lb 9ozs and brown trout -12lb 4ozs. Natural Insect Life: Damsel, Corixa, Sedge, Hawthorn, Daddy Longlegs, Mayfly, Beetles, Snails, Bloodworm, Buzzer. Recommended Flies: Cat’s Whiskers, Damsels, Montanas, imitations of all above. Prices: £25.00 for 4 fish plus C&R. £20.00 for 3 fish for OAP plus C&R (weekday only). £15.00 for 2 fish, any 4 hours plus C&R. £25.00 for C&R all day, £15 for five hours C&R. Juniors under 16 can share adults Full Day ticket. Wheely disabled boat - £15 a day with outboard.

NARBOROUGH FISHERIES Main Road, Narborough, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE32 1TF Contact: Russell Peberdy Tel: 01760 338005 info.fishing@narfish.co.uk www.narfish.co.uk


ROCKLANDS MERE FISHERY Mere Lane, Chapel Street, Rockland St. Peter, Attleborough, Norfolk NR17 1UJ Contact: James Harrold Tel: 01953 483971 Mob: 07900 004953 Fax: 01953 851377 rocklandsmerefishery@gmail.com www.rocklandsmere.co.uk

OXFORDSHIRE BARNES LAKE FISHERY Standlake, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 7QB Contact: Janet Barnes Tel: 01865 300343

FARMOOR II TROUT FISHERY Gate 3, Cumnor Road, Farmoor, Oxfordshire OX2 9NS Tel: 01865 845668 Mob: 07747 640707 farmoor.info@thameswater.co.uk www.thameswater.co.uk/fishingupdates

SALFORD TROUT LAKES Salford, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire OX7 5YZ Contact: Elizabeth Colston Tel: 01608 643209 Mob: 07531 073813 enquiries@rectoryfarm.info www.salfordtroutlakes.co.uk

Farmoor is a 400 acre reservoir that sits in the heart of the Oxfordshire Countryside which is split to create 2 bodies of water by a 1km long causeway.

FARMOOR 1 Is catch and release only with prize specimen Rainbow, Brown and Blue trout

FARMOOR 2

Is a take out lake that holds what are quoted to be the finest tasting trout in th country that does offer a C+R option.

Boats are available on both reservoirs with the addition of a wheely boat on Farmoor 2 Farmoor Fishery offers a fully equipped tackle shop and rangers on duty who offer support and professional advice to help you enjoy your day. As well as season tickets, C+R, 4,6 and 8 fish day tickets are available with prices starting at ÂŁ20 (concessions also available)

The rangers are always on hand so give us a call 07747 640707 for up to date info, or visit us on our Farmoor Fishery Facebook page for catch reports and advice Thames Water -Farmoor Reservoirs, Gate 3 Cumnor Road OX2 9NS Stillwater Guide 2016

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England, South East SUFFOLK LARKWOOD TROUT FISHERY Icklingham Road, West Stow, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk IP28 6EZ Contact: Ian McGregor Mob: 07776 370348 www.larkwoodfishery.co.uk Season: All year around. Location: Four miles north west of Bury St. Edmunds. Description: Two lakes, 6-acres in total. Stock: Rainbow and brown. Rainbows to 16lb. 2lb average. Fishery Records: Brown trout 9lb. Rainbow trout 20lb 2oz. Natural Insect Life: Mayfly, Buzzers, Olives, Damsel, Shrimp, Alder. Recommended Flies: Cat’s Whisker, Damsel, PTN, Bloodworm, Buzzer, Fritz Tadpoles. Prices: Day ticket £24 (4 fish); Half day £15 (2 fish); OAP £17 (3 fish) week day only; Junior £12 (2 fish). Seasonal tickets available. Facilities: Tackle for hire, corporate days. Tuition available, also have a Facebook page.

TAYBERRY FARM FLY FISHERY Tayberry Farm, Hall Road, Barsham, Beccles, Suffolk NR34 8JN Contact: Glenn Moore Tel: 01502 711299 Fax: 01502 711299

WILLOW LAKES Ash Farm, Chediston, Halesworth, Suffolk IP19 0BB Contact: P Gregory Tel: 01986 785392 www.willowlakessuffolk.co.uk

and willow pool fed by the River Eden, which in turn also feels the upper and lower cascade pools. Stock: Stocked daily with rainbows, blues, browns from 2lb to heavyweight doubles. Fishery Records: 22lb 2oz, rainbow. 19lb 4oz brown. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Sedges, Damsels, Mayfly. Recommended Flies: Damsels, Daddies, Black and Olive Buzzers, Montanas. Prices: 4 fish £40, 2 fish £27, 3 fish £35. Facilities: Tackle shop, lodge with free tea and coffee. Tuition, rod hire, corporate days and club bookings.

FRENSHAM TROUT FISHERY Robinswood, Simmondstone Lane, Churt, Surrey GU10 2HT Contact: Richard and Jill Twite Tel: 01252 794321 countryleisure@msn.com www.fishcountryleisure.com Season: Open all year. Location: Between Farnham and Hindhead along A287, close to Lampard Lane Landscape Centre at Churt and the famous Frensham Great Pond. Description: Three lakes and three pools, stream fed, set in 20-acres of idyllic countryside and in a sheltered location. Stock: Rainbows, browns, 2lb minimum to doubles. Fishery Records: Rainbow 22lb, brown 19lb 8oz, tiger 7lb, blue 10lb. Natural Insect Life: Mayfly, Sedge, Damsel, Hawthorn, Buzzer, Daddies, Bloodworm. Recommended Flies: Damsel, GRHE, PTN, Buzzer, CdC, Cat’s Whisker, Bloodworm, Daddies, Mayfly. Prices: Day tickets from £30. Other tickets available, please see website or call office. Facilities: The hatch lodge available for hire, ideal for corporate entertaining with chef/s for hire (menus on request). BBQ and picnic area facilities for fishermen, toilets and car parking, landscaping and various improvements, local B&B.

SURREY ALBURY ESTATE FISHERIES The Estate Office, Weston Yard, Albury, Guildford, Surrey GU5 9AF Contact: Cameron Craigs Tel: 01483 202323 Mob: 07976 810737 Fax: 01483 203235 cameron.craigs@alburyestatefisheries.co.uk www.alburyestatefisheries.co.uk Season: Lakes: open all year. Rivers sections: 1st April to 30th September. Location: Four distinctive fisheries set in 3000 acres of the Duke of Northumberland’s Albury Estate, just south of Guildford in the Surrey Hills. Two estate fish farms supply the fisheries to guarantee an excellent fighting quality of fish. Description: Powdermills (4 acres); Vale End (4 acres) and Weston (6 acres). Albury Park Private Syndicate (2 acres) exclusive access to private lake and river in an outstanding parkland setting. Stock: Rainbow, blue and brown, average weights 2lb 8oz. Fishery Records: Rainbow 18lb 12oz and brown trout 18lb. Natural Insect Life: Abundance of Buzzer, Damselfly, Mayfly, Olives, Sedge and good hatches of Caenis and Hawthorn. Recommended Flies: Top fishery pattern is the Blue Flash Damsel Nymph, dressed in olive and black, also Cat’s Whisker, Bloodworm, Buzzers, Montana Nymphs and Daddy Longlegs. Prices: New member £3 for a membership card; then day membership at £12; then choose 2 fish tokens at £21 or 4 fish tokens at £37. Facilities: Qualified instruction on site, Peter Cockwill runs Albury Game Angling in the village, next door to the Drummond Arms pub where you can relax with a pint and a meal.

HALLIFORD MERE TROUT FISHERY Chertsey Road, Shepperton, Surrey TW17 9NN Contact: Brian Evans Mob: 07791 254711 brianevans619@hotmail.com www.hmtroutfishery.co.uk

HAZEL COPSE TROUT FISHERY Baynards, Rudgwick, West Sussex RH12 3AF Contact: Wilf Welch Tel: 01403 822878

SUSSEX ARLINGTON RESERVOIR The Fishing Lodge, Berwick, Polegate, East Sussex BN26 6TC Contact: Tom Todd Tel: 01323 870810 Fax: 01323 871153 tom.todd@southeastwater.co.uk www.southeastwater.co.uk

BLACKWOOL FARM COLTSFORD MILL Mill Lane, Oxted, Surrey RH8 9DG Contact: Neil Atkins, Fishery Manager Tel: 01883 715666 Mob: 07798 605867 www.coltsfordmill-fishery.co.uk Season: Open all year. Description: Picturesque trout water comprising two lakes, mill pool

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Colhook Common, Petworth, West Sussex GU28 9ND Contact: Celeste Savage Tel: 01428 707258 Fax: 01428 707255 blackwoolfarm@aol.com www.blackwoolfarm.co.uk


BORINGWHEEL TROUT FISHERY Cackle Street, Nutley, Sussex TN22 3DU Contact: Ursula and Tony Watson Tel: 01825 712629 tonywatson100@gmail.com www.boringwheel.co.uk

BRICK FARM LAKES

Come and catch one of our Browns!

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Proud to be placed 37th in Trout Fisherman’s 2014 Top 100 Stillwaters Guide Troutmasters water Lakes stocked very regularly with trout in a range of sizes including Browns up to 12lbs+ and stunning Blues and Goldens Full day ticket prices from £20 for 2 fish to £40 for 6 fish Lakeside oak-framed fishing lodge for light refreshments & WC Complimentary tea & coffee for anglers Tuition, rod/net/tackle bag hire Gift Vouchers available

01323 832615 www.brickfarmlakes.co.uk info@brickfarmlakes.co.uk

The Fishing Lodge Windmill Hill Herstmonceux East Sussex BN27 4RS

Brick Farm, Windmill Hill, Herstmonceux, East Sussex BN27 4RS Contact: Annie and Steven Tel: 01323 832615 info@brickfarmlakes.co.uk www.brickfarmlakes.co.uk

CHALK SPRINGS TROUT FISHERY Park Bottom, Arundel, West Sussex BN18 OAA Contact: Darren Smith Tel: 01903 883742 enquiries@chalksprings.com www.chalksprings.com Season: Open all year, except Christmas Day and New Year`s Day. Location: Just off the A27 at Arundel, between the two lodge bungalows by the western by-pass roundabout. Description: One of England`s top trout stillwaters for over 25 years, the spring-fed lakes are nestled in a picturesque valley at the foot of the South Downs. Stock: Rainbows, browns and blue rainbows. Average size 2-3lb, up to double-figures. Fishery Records: Rainbow 20lb, brown 21lb, blue 17lb. Natural Insect Life: Damsels, Olives, Hawthorns, Mayfly, Alders, Sedge, Daddy Longlegs. Recommended Flies: Damsels, Daddy Longlegs, Mayflies, Buzzers, Cat’s Whiskers, Hoppers. Prices: 2 fish £25.00 3 fish £32.00 4 fish £38.00 5 fish £45.00 Block tickets £150.00 annual membership, then £75 for 10 fish. Facilities: Lodge, tackle shop, toilet, tuition.

DUNCTON MILL FISHERY Dye House Lane, Duncton, Petworth, Sussex GU28 0LF Contact: Martin Fleetwood Tel: 01798 342048 cfleetwood67@aol.com

LAKEDOWN TROUT FISHERY Swife Lane, Broad Oak, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 8UX Contact: Norman, Ted or Gavin Tel: 01435 883449 Mob: 0789 1817537 information@lakedowntroutfishery.co.uk www.lakedowntroutfishery.co.uk Season: Open all year. Description: Four lakes totaling 25-acres set in a secluded Wealden valley. Stock: Lakes 2, 3 and 4 rainbows, browns, 2lb upwards. Fishery Records: Rainbow 21lb 4oz, brown 18lb 12oz. Natural Insect Life: Damsel, Mayfly, Buzzers, Sedge, Shrimp. Recommended Flies: As above plus Diawl Bach, Shrimp, Montana, Damsel. Prices: Lakes 1, 2, 3 & 4 - 6 £42 5 fish £38, 4 fish £33, 3 fish £27, 2 fish £20. Facilities: Lodge.

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England, South East POWDERMILL GREAT SANDERS The Fishing Lodge, Powdermill Water, Reservoir Lane, Sedlescombe, Battle, East Sussex TN33 OPL Contact: Vic Partridge Tel: Hastings Fly Fishers’ Ltd on 01424 870498 between 9.30 and 10.30am. mail@hastingsflyfishers.co.uk www.hastingsflyfishers.co.uk

YEW TREE TROUT FISHERY Parklands, Yew Tree Lane, Rotherfield, East Sussex TN6 3QP Contact: John Schumacher Tel: 01892 852430 jschumacher@yewtreetroutfishery.com www.yewtreetroutfishery.com

ARE YOUR DETAILS UP TO DATE? We have taken every care to include as many fisheries as we can. However, if you know of a fishery which is not included or is listed incorrectly, please let us know. To update details ready for next year’s 2017 guide, please email us with the following details or request a form: Contact Information: • Fishery name • Full address • Contact name • Telephone number • Fax number • Mobile contact number • Email • Web Short descriptions of the following: • Season opening/closing dates • Location description • Description of fishery (20-30 words) • Species of trout stocked and size of stock • Fishery records • Natural insect life • Recommended flies • 2017 ticket prices and bag limits. Boat prices. • Description of on-site facilities Key codes. For easy reference, please let us know which symbols you’d like with your listing. • Troutmasters venue • Disabled facilities • Refreshments • Flies for sale • Boats

• Tuition • Catch and release • Tackle for sale • STFA member • ASSF member • Toilets

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TREE MEADOW TROUT FISHERY Deveral Road, Fraddam, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 5EP Contact: Mr John Hodge Tel: 01736 850899 Mob: 07971 107156 john@treemeadow.co.uk www.treemeadow.co.uk Season: All year. Description: Two lakes, 3.5-acres sedge. 1.5-acres willow. Gin clear water. Stock: Rainbow, brown, blues, tigers, brook. Fishery Records: Rainbow 21lbs 4oz. brown 14lb 11oz. Natural Insect Life: Hawthorn, Buzzer, Snail, Shrimp, Damsel, Sedge. Recommended Flies: Hawthorn, Black Gnat, Buzzers, Shrimp, Damsel. Prices: Please contact us for an up to date price list. Facilities: Shop, toilets.

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AVON DAM South West Lakes Trust, South Brent, Devon Tel: 01822 855700

BELLBROOK TROUT FISHERY INNIS FLY FISHERY Water Meadows, Innis Moor, nr Penwithick, St Austell, Cornwall PL26 8YH Contact: Mr D. Johns and Mrs Pam Winch Tel: 01726 852382 Mob: 07773 282724 innishfishery@aol.com www.innis-fly-fishery.co.uk

ROSE PARK FISHERY Trezibbett, Alternun, Launceston, Cornwall PL15 7RF Contact: Anne Burford Tel: 01566 86278

SIBLYBACK LAKE COUNTRY PARK Nr Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 6ER Contact: Ben Smeeth Tel: 01647 277587 www.swlakestrust.org.uk

STITHIANS LAKE Nr Redruth, Cornwall TR16 6NW Contact: Ben Smeeth Tel: 01647 277587 www.swlakestrust.org.uk

TEMPLE TROUT FISHERY Temple Road, Temple, Bodmin, Cornwall PL30 4HW Contact: Julian Jones Tel: 01208 821730 Mob: 07787 704966

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Bellbrook Farm, Oakford, Tiverton, Devon EX16 9EX Contact: Chris and Linda Atwell Tel: 01398 351292 info@bellbrookfishery.co.uk www.bellbrookfishery.co.uk

BLAKEWELL FISHERIES Muddiford, Barnstaple, North Devon EX31 4ET Contact: Richard and John Nickell Tel: 01271 344533 Fax: 01271 374267 mail@blakewell.co.uk www.blakewell.co.uk Season: Open all year. Location: Take the A361 to Barnstaple then take the A39 to Lynton. Turn left down the B3230 and follow signs to the fishery. Description: A 5.5-acre stream-fed lake in rural setting. Stock: Rainbows, browns. Fishery Records: Rainbow 22lb 11oz, brown 17lb 6oz. Natural Insect Life: Olives, Buzzers, Damsels, Alders and Sedge. Recommended Flies: PTN, Damsel, Black & Peacock Spider, Buzzers and Daddy Longlegs. Prices: Unlimited hours £28 (2 fish), £33 (3 fish), £35 (4 fish), £37 (5 fish), £39 (6 fish), £50 (10 fish). Tackle hire £10. Instruction £38 per hour. Facilities: Two-bed holiday cottage/fisherman lodge. Overnight parking. Lodge (available through holidaycottages.co.uk).

BRATTON WATER Rye Farm, Loxhore, Barnstaple, North Devon EX31 4ST Contact: Mike Williams Tel: 01271 850642 bratton.water@tiscali.co.uk www.brattonflyfishery.com


BURRATOR RESERVOIR

TAVISTOCK TROUT FISHERY

Burrator Reservoir, Sheepstor, Yelverton, Devon PL20 6PE Contact: Nigel Reeves Tel: 01647 277587 www.swlakestrust.org.uk

Parkwood Road, Tavistock, Devon PL19 0JS Contact: Miss A Underhill Tel: 01822 615441 Mob: 07970 608890 Fax: 01822 615401 abigail@tavistocktroutfishery.co.uk www.tavistocktroutfishery.co.uk Season: Open all year. Closed every Monday except Bank Holidays. Times: First light - dusk. Location: From Tavistock take new road towards Okehampton. About a mile outside Tavistock, just past the Kelly College grounds, the Trout & Tipple is on the left. Car park for the fishery is on the right. Postcode for sat nav PL19 0JS. Description: Five lakes totalling 4-acres. Stock: Rainbow, brown, tiger, blue, golden 1.5lb upwards. Fishery Records: Rainbow 31lb 11oz, brown 16lb. Recommended Flies: Damsels, Vivas, Buzzers. Prices: Day £50, £43 (5 fish), £35 (4 fish), £28 (3 fish) Junior lake tickets, ask for pricing details. OAP 2 fish or evening ticket £23.00. Facilities: Large log cabin with comfortable seating area, self catering holiday cottages, rod hire, corporate days and club bookings.

FERNWORTHY LAKE Fernworthy, Nr Chagford, Devon TQ13 8EA Contact: Ben Smeeth Tel: 01647 277587 www.swlakestrust.org.uk

HOLLIES TROUT FARM, FISHERY AND SMOKEHOUSE Slade Lane, Sheldon, Devon EX14 4QS Contact: Robert and Ginny Snaith Tel: 01404 841428 info@holliestroutfarm.co.uk www.holliestroutfarm.co.uk

VENFORD KENNICK RESERVOIR Nr Bovey Tracey, Devon EX6 7NZ Contact: Ben Smeeth Tel: 01647 252898 Fax: 01647 252898 mbaxendale@swlakestrust.org.uk www.swlakestrust.org.uk

LOWER BRUCKLAND FISHERY Lower Bruckland Farm, Musbury, Axminster, Devon EX13 8ST Contact: David Slattery Tel: 01297 551197 Mob: 0772 1429077 dave@lowerbrucklandfm.eclipse.co.uk www.fishingindevon.co.uk

South West Lakes Trust, Ashburton, Devon Tel: 01822 855700

WISTLANDPOUND Wistlandpound Reservoir, Nr South Molton, Devon EX31 4SJ Contact: Ben Smeeth Tel: 01647 277587 www.swlakestrust.org.uk

DORSET AMHERST LODGE Uplyme, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3XH Tel: 01297 442773

FLOWERS FARM TROUT LAKES NEWHOUSE FARM FISHERY Newhouse Farm, Moreleigh, Totnes, Devon TQ9 7JS Contact: Pam and Adrian Cook Tel: 01548 821426 pamcook@btinternet.com

ROADFORD LAKE COUNTRY PARK Between Okehampton & Launceston, Devon PL16 0JL Contact: Nigel Reeves Tel: 01647 277587 www.swlakestrust.org.uk

SIMPSON VALLEY COARSE AND TROUT FISHERY Simpson Barton, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 6JW Tel: 07881 764655 / 07855 413672 / 07877 655770 www.simpsonvalleyfishery.co.uk

STILL WATER TROUT FISHERY Lower Moorhayne Farm, Yarcombe, Honiton, Devon EX14 9BE Contact: Michael Ford Tel: 01404 861284 Fax: 01404 861629 mike@land-fish.com www.land-own.demon.co.uk

Hilfield, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7BA Tel: 01300 341351

WESSEX FLY FISHING TROUT LAKES Lawrences Farm, Tolpuddle, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7HF Contact: Richard and Sally Slocock Tel: 01305 848460 Mob: 07989 547966 sally.slocock@virgin.net www.goflyfishing.co.uk

GLOUCESTERSHIRE GREAT BURROWS TROUT FISHERY Nibley Green, North Nibley, Gloucestershire GL11 6AZ Contact: Vernon Baxter, Mr Ian Hall (Owner) Tel: 01453 542343 Ian 01453 547299 Mob: 07754 502134 / 07879 855172 gardensuppliesglos@gmail.com www.go-fish.co.uk Season: All year. Location: Sat nav: North Nibley, Dursley Gloucestershire, G11 6AZ. Description: One lake, approx. 2-acres. Stock: Rainbow 2lbs - 5lbs. Fishery Records: Approx. 8lbs. Natural Insect Life: Abundant. Recommended Flies: Nymphs, Buzzers, Emergers or Spider Patterns. Prices: £22 – 2 fish, £26 – 3 fish, £30 – 4 fish, £34 – 5 fish, £38 – 6 fish.

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England, South West LECHLADE & BUSHYLEAZE TROUT FISHERIES Burford Road, Lechlade on Thames, Gloucestershire GL7 3QQ Contact: Tim Small Tel: 01367 253266 Fax: 01367 252663 tim@timtrout.co.uk www.lechladetrout.co.uk

WATERMARK FISHERIES Horseshoe Lake, South Cerney, Gloucestershire GL7 5UZ Contact: Adrian Davey Tel: 01285 862680 enquiries@watermarkfisheries.com www.watermarkfisheries.com

Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Nymphs, Cat’s Whiskers. Prices: Main day ticket £13 all day £19.00 4hours £14.50. Top lake ticket £10.50, all other £3.50. Facilities: Free tea and coffee, snacks and refreshments, free rod hire, toilet facilities. Good selection of tackle for sale.

SOMERSET BARROW LAKES Barrow Gurney, Bristol, Somerset BS48 3SQ Contact: Bristol Water Plc Tel: 01275 332339 Fax: 01275 331377 woodford.lodge@bristolwater.co.uk www.bristolwaterfisheries.co.uk

WITCOMBE WATERS Witcombe Farm, Great Witcombe, Gloucestershire GL3 4TR Contact: Mrs Celia Hicks Beach Tel: 01452 863591 / 01452 864413 celia@witcombeestate.plus.com

WOOLASTON COURT TROUT LAKES Woolaston Court, Main Road, Woolaston, Lydney, Gloucestershire GL15 6PJ Contact: Dwayne Buss Tel: 07979 761123 woolastonfishery@hotmail.com www.woolastonfishery.co.uk Season: 8am to 9pm. Closed Tuesdays. 1st March to 30th June. 1st September to 10th December. Description: Three lakes totalling 5-acres. Top Lake 3/4-acre. Main Lake 2.5-acres. Bottom Lake 2-acres. Stock: Top Lake 1 - 1.5lb. Main Lake 2 - 10lbs. Bottom Lake 2 - 10lbs. Natural Insect Life: In abundance. Dragonfly, Nymphs and Bloodworms.

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BLAGDON LAKE Blagdon Fishing Lodge, Park Lane, Blagdon, North Somerset BS40 7UD Contact: Bristol Water plc Tel: 01275 332339 Fax: 01275 331377 woodford.lodge@bristolwater.co.uk www.bristolwater.co.uk/fishing

BURTON SPRINGS FISHERY Lawsons Farm, Burton, Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 1QB Contact: Adam Hilling Tel: 01278 732135 Mob: 07838 152 968 burtonsprings@yahoo.co.uk www.burtonspringsfishery.co.uk


CHEW VALLEY LAKE

WIMBLEBALL LAKE COUNTRY PARK

Woodford Lodge, Chew Stoke, Bristol, Somerset BS40 8XH Contact: Bristol Water Plc Tel: 01275 332339 Fax: 01275 331377 woodford.lodge@bristolwater.co.uk www.bristolwaterfisheries.co.uk

near Dulverton, Somerset TA22 9NU Tel: 01398 371460 www.swlakestrust.org.uk

WILTSHIRE CLATWORTHY Clatworthy, Taunton, Somerset TA4 2EJ Contact: Dave Pursey Tel: 01984 624658 www.wessexwater.co.uk

EXE VALLEY FISHERY Exebridge, Dulverton, Somerset TA22 9AY Contact: Nick Hart (Hart Sporting Ltd) Tel: 01398 323008 Mob: 07971 198559 flyfishing@exevalleyfishery.co.uk www.exevalleyfishery.co.uk Season: Open all year. Location: From J27 of the M5, take the A361 towards Tiverton, then A396 towards Bampton followed by B3222 into Exebridge. Go over bridge crossing River Exe and take the next turning on right signposted to Exe Valley Fishery/Hart Flyshop. Description: Two lakes offering 4 acres of fly fishing in spectacular surroundings. Any method lake available for children. Tagged fish competition throughout the season. Stock: Rainbow Trout. Occasionally stocked with Brown Trout and Blue Trout. Natural head of Wild Brown Trout and Grayling also present. Fishery Records: Rainbow trout 25lb. Brown trout 12lb 4oz. Natural Insect Life: Lakes fed by the River Barle so abundant in aquatic life including Bloodworm, Midge Pupa, Damsels, Hoglouse, Shrimps, Sedge and various Upwing Flies. Recommended Flies: Humungus, Cat’s Whisker, Sunburst Blob, Snakes, Montanas, Buzzers, Apps Worms, Hoppers, Hare’s Ear, Pheasant Tails, Blue Flash Damsel, Minkies, Flexi Black Zonker. Prices: 2 fish - £25, 3 fish £30, 4 fish £32, 5 fish £34 Parent and child permit. Children aged 14 years and under may share parents bag limit. New children’s permits to be introduced in 2016. See website for details. River fishing permits Available on the River Exe. Call for details. Facilities: Well-stocked tackle shop, casting platforms, picnic areas and bordered by 500 yards of the river Exe. River fishing day tickets available. Home to Nick Hart’s Fly Fishing School and an ideal venue for families, including those with young children.

HAWKRIDGE RESERVOIR Spaxton, Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 1AL Contact: Gary Howe Tel: 01278 671840 Fax: 01278 671840 www.wessexwater.co.uk

LITTON LAKES Woodford Lodge, Chew Stoke, Bristol, Somerset BS40 8XH Contact: Bristol Water Plc Tel: 01275 332339 Fax: 01275 331377 woodford.lodge@bristolwater.co.uk www.bristolwaterfisheries.co.uk

SUTTON BINGHAM Sutton Bingham WTW, Netherton Lane, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 9QL Contact: Ivan Tinsley Tel: 01935 872389 www.wessexwater.co.uk

AVON SPRINGS FISHERY Recreation Road, Durrington, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP4 8HH Contact: Barrie Bawden Tel: 01980 653557 Mob: 0777 4801401 avonsprings@btconnect.com www.fishingfly.co.uk

MANNINGFORD TROUT FISHERY Manningford Bohune, Pewsey, Wiltshire SN9 6NR Contact: Malcolm Hunt, Manager Mob: 07544 801844 fisherymanager@manningfordtroutfishery.co.uk www.manningfordtroutfishery.co.uk

MILL FARM Worton, Devizes, Wiltshire SN10 5UW Contact: Barbara Coleman Tel: 01380 813138

WOOD STOCK TROUT FISHERY Woodlands Road, Mere, Warminster, Wiltshire BA12 6BY Contact: Josh Wood Tel: 01823 442882 fishing@woodstocktrout.co.uk www.woodstocktrout.co.uk

NEWHOUSE FISHERY Moreleigh, Totnes, Devon TQ9 7JS Superb fishing for Rainbow and brown Trout in two clear, stream fed lakes, set in an area of outstanding beauty.

4 acre main lake plus beginners lake

Record Rainbow - 19lb 2oz! 3 fish ticket £26 NO EA LICENCE REQUIRED Flies, Rod Hire, FREE Tuition Tel: 01548 821426 Stillwater Guide 2016

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Northern Ireland Offers a fine blend of stillwaters large and small as well as excellent rivers for salmon and wild brown trout. This region is gaining in popularity as its reputation grows.

COUNTY ANTRIM

COUNTY DOWN

BROOKHALL TROUT FISHERY

BRIDGEWATER FISHERY

2 Horsepark, Ballinderry Road, Lisburn, Co Antrim BT28 2QU Mob: 07855 788685 kennyfergie@fsmail.net www.brookhallfishing.net

CAIRN FARM FLY FISHERY 27 Cairn Road, Carrickfergus, Co Antrim BT38 9AP Contact: Mr M Weatherup Tel: 02893 368273 www.cairnfarmfishery.com

CRAIGMORE FISHERY 30 Clonkeen Road, Randalstown, County Antrim BT41 3JL Contact: Claire Reed Tel: 02894 472806 Mob: 07834 005216 craigmorefishery@hotmail.co.uk www.craigmorefishery.co.uk

Windmill Road, Donaghadee, Co Down BT21 0NQ Tel: 02891 883348

CARRICKMANNON FISHERY 130 Station Road, Saintfield, County Down BT24 7EL Contact: Davidson McVeigh Tel: 02897 510654 Mob: 07787 853903 carrickmannonfishery@btinternet.com www.carrickmannon.com

DANE’S CAST FISHERY 121 Tandragee Road, Jerrettspass, Newry, Co Down BT35 6LW Contact: Margaret O’Hare Tel: 028 30821758

COUNTY FERMANAGH

KILGAD LAKE TROUT FISHERY 89b Kilgad Road, Kells, Ballymena, County Antrim BT42 3HY Contact: Tina Turner Tel: 02825 892806 horwich9633@aol.com

STRAID FISHERY 21- 23 Castletown Road, Ballyclare, County Antrim BT39 9PU Contact: Ray McKeeman Tel: 02893 038721 info@straidfishery.com www.straidfishery.com

LOUGH ERNE County Fermanagh

LOUGH KEENAGHAN Belleek, Co Fermanagh Tel: 028 6632 2114 sales@homefieldandstream.com

COUNTY LONDONDERRY CASHEL TROUT FISHERY 17 Birren Road, Dungiven, Co Londonderry BT47 4SH Tel: 02877 742159

TILDARG FISHERY 42 Breckenhill Road, Doagh, Ballyclare, County Antrim BT39 0TB Contact: Sam Henderson Tel: 02893 340604 office@tildargfishery.co.uk www.tildargfishery.com

WOODFORD FLY FISHERY 36d Woodburn Rd, Carrickfergus, Co Antrim BT38 8PX Contact: Darren Wallace Tel: 028 9336 0225 woodford.darren@talktalk.net www.woodfordfly.co.uk

COUNTY ARMAGH MURLOC ANGLING AND RURAL PURSUITS Old Church Lane, Aghalee, Craigavon, Co Armagh BT67 0EY Contact: James and Yvonne Murrary Tel: 02892 651421 Mob: 07703 468571 jamesmurray2@btconnection.com www.murlocangling.com

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An authentic, rural experience in a beautiful part of Northern Ireland Cashel Trout Fishery is set deep in the heart of the Sperrin Mountains and provides a perfect escape from the stresses of life, close to nature. The lake is fed naturally from the adjacent River Roe and stocked with quality rainbow trout up to double figures. We have En-suite Bed and Breakfast accommodation as well as a Turf/log heated lodge, tackle shop, ample car parking and seating around the lake.

OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND - Booking highly recommended

CALL: 028 777 42159 or: 07999013250 EMAIL: casheltrout@hotmail.com WEB: www.cashel-lake-view.com LONDONDERRY, 17 Birren Road, DUNGIVEN. Northern Ireland.

MOORBROOK TROUT FISHERY

46 Glebe Road, Castlerock, Co Londonderry BT51 4SW Contact: William and Stephanie Holmes Tel: 02870 849408 info@moorbrooklodge.co.uk www.moorbrooklodge.com

DUNGANNON PARK LAKE FISHERY

Park Lake, Moy Road, Dungannon, Co Tyrone BT71 6DY Contact: Nigel Hill Tel: 02887 728690 Fax: 02887 729169 dpreception@dungannon.gov.uk www.flavouroftyrone.com

ESKRAGH LOUGH FISHERY

109 Ballygawley Road, Dungannon, Co Tyrone BT70 1TA Contact: Donovan Ross Mob: 07836 540157 Fax: 0288 7767899 castlebroadcast@hotmail.com www.eskraghloughfishery.com

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THE OAKS

Judges Road, Londonderry, Co Londonderry BT47 6LN Contact: John Kelly and Ian Gamber Tel: 02871 860916 john@theoakfishery.com www.theoakfishery.com

TURNAFACE FISHERY

35 Turnaface Road, Moneymore, Co Londonderry BT71 6MF Contact: Brian Cherry, Ian Martin Mob: 07813 972744 (Ian), 07870 180034 (Brian)

COUNTY TYRONE ALTMORE TROUT FISHERY

32 Altmore Road, Promeroy, Altmore, Co Tyrone BT70 2UN Tel: 0288 7758977

ANNAGINNY STILLWATER TROUT FISHERY 40b Annaginny Road, Newmills, Dungannon, Co Tyrone BT71 4DZ Contact: Alan Abraham Tel: 02887 747808 Mob: 07922 276445 Fax: 02887 747808 charleneabr@hotmail.co.uk www.annaginny.com

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Republic of Ireland World famous for its large loughs offering some of the finest brown trout fishing on the planet. Anglers flock here for the duckfly (buzzer), mayfly and olive hatches when quality browns come on the feed. There aren’t many small waters but that’s not what this part of Ireland is about. LOUGH MASK

COUNTY CORK

Co Mayo Tel: 00353 91 563118

BALLYHASS LAKES Cecilstown, Mallow, Co Cork Contact: Tom Lofts (Fishery Manager) Tel: 00353 222777 3 info@ballyhasslakes.ie www.ballyhasslakes.ie

COUNTY MEATH LOUGH SHEELIN Co Meath www.shannon-fishery-board.ie

RATHBEGGAN LAKES Dunshaughlin, Co Meath Tel: 00353 18240197/0868 113259

COUNTY GALWAY LOUGH CORRIB County Galway

COUNTY SLIGO

LOUGH DERG

LOUGH ARROW

County Galway

County Sligo

SCREEBE ESTATES

LOUGH MELVIN

Screebe House, Connemarra, County Galway Contact: Jackie Lyons Tel: 00353 91574110 jackie.screebehouse@gmail.com

Co Sligo Tel: Sligo Tourist Information: 00353 71 9161201 www.irelandnorthwest.ie

COUNTY WICKLOW

COUNTY KERRY

ANNAMOE TROUT FISHERY

LOUGH CURRANE

Annamoe, Laragh, Co Wicklow Contact: Brian Nally Tel: 00353 40 445 470 Mob: 0862 598563 annamoefishery@eircom.net www.annamoetroutfishery.com

County Kerry

COUNTY KILDARE MAYNOOTH FISHERIES Maynooth, Co Kildare Tel: 00353 16293202

COUNTY MAYO LOUGH CARRA County Mayo

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J M Coulam Boat Builders River, Loch and Reservoir Boats

For a comfortable and safe days fishing, make sure it’s a Coulam boat.

For more information contact Jim Coulam direct on 07850 218 364 or visit

www.coulam.co.uk | sales@coulam.co.uk J.M. Coulam Boat Builders, 10 Stirling Way, Northfields Ind. Est. Market Deeping PE6 8AS


Scotland A country consumed by fly fishing. A plethora of waters dot the landscape so it’s no surprise that holiday-makers venture north to enjoy salmon, rainbow and brown trout fishing. The waters can suffer in winter due to freezing over but you’ll fish amongst stunning scenery and have so much variety at your fingertips.

AYRSHIRE

zyz19718@hotmail.com www.clerklandsfishery.co.uk

ARRAN VIEW FISHERY Moscow, Ayrshire KA3 6HZ Contact: Mr & Mrs Steven Tel: 07763 170779 www.arranviewfisheries.com

BURNS TROUT FISHERY Tarbolton, Ayrshire KA5 5LY Contact: Tommy Alexander Tel: 01292 540214 Mob: 07527 405715 talexander3@btconnect.com Season: Open all year. Description: Two fly lakes of 5-acres and 1.5-acres, bait 2-acres and 1.5-acre. Stock: Rainbows, browns, blue, brook, tiger, steelheads, 1lb 8oz to over 10lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 18lb, brown 6lb 10oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Damsels, Daddies, Hawthorn, Sedge. Recommended Flies: Green and Black Fritz, Cat’s Whisker, Yellow Dancer, Hothead Damsel, Rabbits, Orange Fritz. Prices: Day £15 (4 fish then C&R), half day £10 (2 fish then C&R); sporting 8hrs £8; 4hrs £5. Bait pond day £12 (4 fish); half day £7 (2 fish). Catch and release on fly lakes only. Facilities: Lodge, tackle hire, competitions, can be booked for private clubs, corporate days.

COLDINGHAM LOCH FLY FISHERY AND IHOLIDAY COTTAGES Westloch Road, Coldingham, Berwickshire TD14 5QE Contact: Gareth Taylor and Carmel Kennedy Tel: 01890 771960 Mob: 07747 003588 info@coldinghamloch.co.uk www.coldinghamloch.co.uk Season: 12th March to end November 2016 Location: Beautiful coastal location, south east Scottish Borders with easy access from A1. Edinburgh 45 miles, Newcastle 70 miles. Description: 22-acre loch bank and boat fishing with a range selfcatering holiday cottages and cabins on site. Stock: Browns (catch and release only), rainbows and blues. Stocked from 2lbs, grown naturally in loch. Fishery Records: 14lb Rainbow, 13lb Brown. Natural Insect Life: Caenis, Buzzer, Lake Olives, Cinnamon Sedge, Great Red Sedge, Silverhorn Sedge, Damsel, Elder and Hawthorn Fly, Daddy Longlegs, Applegreen Sedge. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Olives, Damsel, Hawthorn, Sedges, Grey Duster, Dry fly patterns including CdC patterns, F Flies and Shuttlecocks. Prices: Bagged limit of 4 fish. Ticket price £30 off boat and £25 off the bank. Catch and Release from £10 for four hours. Facilities: On-site self-catering accommodation. Car park, toilet, flies and emergency line for sale. Life jackets. Electric motors for hire. Fisherman’s Lodge with complementary tea and coffee making and microwave.

CRAUFURDLAND FISHERY Craufurdland Estate, Kilmarnock, Ayrshire KA3 6BW Contact: Alex Crauford Tel: 01560 600569 alex@craufurdland.co.uk www.craufurdland.co.uk Season: Open 8.30 till dark. Location: Down Waterslap Road, off the A77 near Fenwick. Description: 6 acre natural lochan surrounded by mature trees beautiful and sheltered. 36 marked pegs. Good quality cafe. Stock: Mainly Rainbows but some Blues and Brownies. Fishery Records: Recent record would be 15lb Rainbow. Average fish over 3lb. Natural Insect Life: Plenty of natural fly life making it one of the best top of the water fisheries. Recommended Flies: Yellow owl, Millennium bug, Yellow dancer. Prices: £10 4hrs catch and release £12 6hrs catch and release £14 8hrs catch and release £15 2 fish then C+R £19 3 fish then C+R £22 4 fish then C+R Facilities: Lodge and cafe. Limited tackle.

KAILZIE FISHERY Kailzie Gardens, Peebles, Borders EH45 9HT Contact: Jane & Jimmy Barrett Tel: 01721 729020 Mob: 07731 103056 jane.jimmy@btinternet.com www.kailziefishery.co.uk

WATCH RESERVOIR Lonformacus, Duns, Duns, Berwickshire TD11 3PE Tel: 01361 890331

WHINNEY LOCH Whinney Farm, Westloch, Coldingham, Berwickshire TD14 5QE Contact: E J Wise (Dr). Tel: 01890 771838

CENTRAL REGION BORDERS REGION CLERKLANDS FLY FISHERY Clerklands Loch, Lilliesleaf, Melrose, Roxburghshire TD6 9JR Contact: Peter or Dana Tel: 01835 870519 Mob: 07732 775845 or 07535 879300

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AVON TROUT FISHERY Airdrie, Lanarkshire Tel: 01236 832 821 Mob: 07876 512 994 info@avontroutfisherylanarkshire.co.uk www.avontroutfisherylanarkshire.co.uk


BURNHOUSE LOCHAN FISHERY

Burnhouse Farm, Bonnybridge, Stirlingshire FK4 2HH Contact: Virginia Lucey Tel: 07889 603160 Mob: 07742 755737 Fax: 01324 841314 info@burnhouse-fishery.co.uk www.burnhouse-fishery.co.uk

CARBETH FISHERY

Stockiemuir Road, Blanefield, Glasgow, Central G63 9AY Contact: Darren Hosie Tel: 01360 771006 Mob: 07805 069515 wendy@carbethfishery.co.uk www.carbethfishery.co.uk

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CARRON VALLEY FISHERY

Carron Valley, Denny, Stirlingshire FK6 5JL Tel: 01324 823698 fishing@carronvalley.com

FRANDY TROUT FISHERY Frandy, Glendevon, Dollar, Frandy, Clackmannanshire FK14 7JZ Contact: Adrian Haldine / Ken McCutcheon Tel: 01259 781352 Mob: 07920 445664 Season: 1st March to 31st October. Description: 250-acres. Stock: Rainbow - blue; 1 kilo average. Head of Natural Brown Trout. Fishery Records: 14lb rainbow. Blue 10lb (average 1kg). Recommended Flies: Buzzers. Prices: Two hours (2 fish) £15. Four hours (3 fish) £22. Six hours (4 fish) £24. Eight hours (5 fish) £26. Eight hours C&R £15. Two angler boat £44; with outboard - £54. Facilities: Toilets.

Torwood, Larbert, Stirlingshire FK5 4SL Contact: Marika Ziarnik, Fishery Manager Mob: 07968 251832 info@glenberviefishery.co.uk / glenberviefishery@gmail.com www.glenberviefishery.co.uk Season: All year. Location: A9 towards Stirling, fishery on left after Glenbervie Golf Club. Description: Central Scotland’s newest trout fishery located in Torwood with beautiful surroundings. 19 peg venue (with seats) offering fly fishing and a bait loch. Stock: Both ponds in stock with rainbow, brown, tiger and blue trout. Prices: Bait: 2 hrs 2 fish £13, 4 hrs 3 fish £17, 6 hrs 4 fish £21, 8 hrs 5 fish £25. Fly c/r (unlimited): 2 hrs £8, 4 hrs £10, 6 hrs £12, 8 hrs £14. Fly kill tickets: 4 hrs 2 fish £16, 6 hrs 3 fish £20, 8 hrs 4 fish £24. Facilities: Rod hire, flies and bait for sale, refreshments, car park, Troutmasters water, corporate days.

LAKE OF MENTEITH FISHERIES

Ryeyards, Port of Menteith, Stirling, Central FK8 3RA Contact: Quintin Glen Tel: 01877 385664 Fax: 01877 385648 bookings@menteith-fisheries.co.uk www.menteith-fisheries.co.uk

LOCH EARN FISHINGS Ardveich Bay, Central Contact: Alex Murray Tel: 01567 830400 www.drummondtroutfarm.co.uk

LOCH KATRINE

Aberfoyle, Central Contact: David Wyles Tel: 01877 332000 cruises@lochkatrine.com

LOCH VENACHAR

Trossachs Leisure Ltd, Venachar, Lochside, Callendar, Central FK17 8HP Tel: 01877 330011

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Scotland Loch Venachar Fishery Loch Venachar, Callander, Stirling, Scotland FK17 8HP

Stunning wild setting only an hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh with peace, tranquility and the chance to view Ospreys fishing. ❖ Brown trout/Char/Salmon Sea trout ❖ Coarse fishing ❖ 3 square miles ❖ Boathouse providing hot and cold drinks plus snacks ❖ Award winning restauraunt providing full table service and home made cakes ❖ Toilets - Parking Day bank permit trout - 1 rod - 5 fish limit - £9 & £6 concession Day bank permit coarse - 3 rods - £6 & £4 concession Boat hire incl outbaord & 2 permits - 8 hours - 5 fish limit - £40 Mon - Fri - £45 Sat - Sun Season ticket - £90 trout - £60 coarse

Chris Holden 07956 642545 Facebook - Loch Venchar Fishery

www.venachar-lochside.com LOCHMILL FISHERY Antermony Road, Milton of Campsie, Central G66 8AD Contact: Frances McBride Tel: 0141 7760695 Mob: 07711 396306 franmcbride@tiscali.co.uk / ted.mcbride@googlemail.com www.lochmillfishery.co.uk

MILLHALL RESERVOIR Old Polmont, Falkirk, Central FK2 0QS Contact: Avonbank Fishing Club Tel: 01324 714190 millhallreservoir@yahoo.co.uk www.millhall-reservoir.co.uk

DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY ALDERNEUK FISHERY Waterside Farm, Terregles, Dumfries, Dumfriesshire DG2 9RZ Mob: 07901 602020 www.alderneukfishery.co.uk Season: Open all year, closed every Tuesday. Location: Five minutes’ drive from Dumfries town centre. Description: A relaxed, friendly atmosphere at this lovely spring-fed loch established in 2008 with clear water and stalking opportunities. Run by dedicated anglers. Stock: Rainbows, browns, blues and tigers from 3lb-17lbs. Average weight 3.5lbs. Fishery Records: Rainbow 17lb 4oz, Brown 13lb 2oz, Blue 8lb 4oz, Tiger 11lb 8oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, sedges, alders, olive duns, corixa, damsels. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, dries, lures - all tactics work well. Boobies/Egg Flies banned. Barbless or crushed barbed hooks only. Prices: 8 hrs, 1 fish - £20 (Juniors £15); 6 hrs 1 fish £17.50 (Juniors £12.50) 4 hrs, 1 fish - £15 (Juniors £10); Additional kill fish £5 each. No limit on C&R. Other options available. Rod hire £5 per day. Facilities: Free tea and coffee, tackle for hire, Troutmasters water.

BLACK LOCH / THREE LOCHS ESTATE Kirkcowen, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway DG8 0EP Tel: 01671 830304 Mob: 07794 663794 threelochs@holker.co.uk www.holker.co.uk

BROOM FISHERIES The Lodge, Broom Farm Estate, Newbie, Annan, Dumfriesshire DG12 5PF Contact: John Wright Tel: 01461 700209 Fax: 01461 700209 info@broomfisheries.co.uk www.broomfisheries.co.uk

CLATTERINGSHAWS DAM New Galloway, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway Tel: 01671 402653 www.troutandsalmon.net

DINDINNIE RESERVOIR SWANSWATER FISHERY Sauchieburn, Stirling FK7 9QB Contact: Alasdair & Morna Lohoar Tel: 01786 814805 swanswater@aol.com www.swanswater-fishery.co.uk

86 George St, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway DG9 7JS Tel: 01776 702705

DRUM FISHERY Dalswinton, Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway DG1 1TG Contact: Andrew Ross Tel: 01387 740573 Mob: 0780 3228664

DUNSKEY TROUT LOCHS WELLSFIELD TROUT FISHERY Stirling Road, Denny, Stirlingshire FK6 6QZ Contact: Tony Harris Tel: 01324 822800 fishery@wellsfield.co.uk www.wellsfield.co.uk

WOODBURN FISHERY Antemony Road, Milton of Campsie, Glasgow, G66 8AB Tel: 01360 313086 Mob: 078 8875 8709

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The Kennels, Dunskey Estate, Portpatrick, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway DG9 8TJ Tel: 01776 810364 Mob: 07733 108003 Fax: 01776 810561 info@dunskey.com www.dunskey.com

FYNTALLOCH Knowe Village, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway Tel: 01671 402653 www.troutandsalmon.net


GLENQUICKEN FARM TROUT FISHERY Glenquicken Farm, Creetown, Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire DG8 7ET Contact: Wilma McCart Tel: 01671 820593 Mob: 07890 423120 Fax: 01671 820593 wilmamccart47@gmail.com www.glenquickenfarm.co.uk Season: Open all year. Description: Spring and burn fed 4.5-acre lochan, depths 4-30ft. Stock: Rainbow, blue, brown, 150 fish to the acre, 2lb to 16lb-plus. Fishery Records: Rainbow 24lb 5oz. Natural Insect Life: Abundant. Recommended Flies: Daddies, Sedge, Cat’s Whisker, Zonker, Fritz, Buzzers. Prices: Please contact us for an up to date price list. Facilities: Lodge, tackle hire, holiday cottages.

Recommended Flies: Various including Nymphs, Lures. Prices: £20 kill 4 fish + 6 C&R, £17 kill 3 + 5 C&R, £13 kill 2 + 3 C&R, £12 - 6 C&R. Facilities: Bailiffs hut - use of kettle and microwave. Toilet. Car parking. Limited disabled access.

GOLDEN LOCH FISHERY Berryhill Farm, Newburgh, Fife KY14 6HZ Contact: Mr John Nicol Tel: 01337 840355 Mob: 07968 006367 john@goldenloch.co.uk www.goldenloch.co.uk

LOCHORE MEADOWS COUNTRY PARK JERICHO LOCH

Crosshill, Lochgelly, Fife KY5 8BA Tel: 01592 583343

Jericho Flyfishers Club, c/o Greenbogue Farm, Torthorwald, Dumfriesshire DG1 3QG Contact: Jimmy Younger Tel: 01387 750247 Mob: 07711 649864 Fax: 01387 750247

LOMOND HILLS FISHERIES (HOLL RESERVOIR, HARPERLEAS, DRUMAIN RESERVOIR) By Leslie, Glenrothes, Fife Mob: 07949 256307

KIRRIEROCH LOCH Glentrool, Bargrennan, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway Tel: 01671 402653 www.troutandsalmon.net

KNOCKQUHASSEN RESERVOIR 86 George St, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway DG9 7JS Tel: 01776 702705

LOCH BRUNTIS Black Graig, just off A75, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway Tel: 01671 402653

PENWHIRN RESERVOIR 86 George St, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway DG9 7JS Tel: 01776 702705

PARK VIEW TROUT FISHERY Birnie Field, Birnie Loch, Lady Bank, Cupar, Fife KY15 7UT Contact: Jim Moffatt Tel: 01337 831810 Mob: 07845 703530 jmoffat5@aol.com www.parkviewfishery.com Season: All year. Location: Well signposted. Description: One 2-acre and one 1-acre lakes. Spring-fed, crystal clear water. Stock: Rainbows, browns, blues, Arctic char. Fishery Records: Rainbow 17lb, brown 12lb, blue 14lb, Arctic char 8lb. Natural Insect Life: Plentiful including Damsels. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Damsels, Bloodworm. Prices: 4hrs £19 (3 fish); 6hrs £24 (4 fish); 8hrs £29 5 fish); 4hrs. C&R £12. Facilities: Lodge.

SOULSEAT RESERVOIR Knockquassen, Dumfries & Galloway Tel: 01776 702705

THE GREEN FROG Hammerlands Centre, Holme Road, Moffat, Dumfriesshire DG10 9QL Contact: Brian Ryder Tel: 01683 221220 Mob: 07801 868857 Fax: 01683 221313 allankris20@yahoo.co.uk www.thegreenfrogmoffat.co.uk

WEE GLENAMOUR LOCH New Galloway Road, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway Tel: 01671 402653 www.troutandsalmon.net

RAITH LAKE FISHERY Boglily Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife KY1 3LS Contact: Andrew Smith Tel: 01592 646466

STENHOUSE TROUT FISHERY Dunearn Farm, Burntisland, Fife KY3 0AH Contact: John Callison Tel: 01592 771742 Mob: 07986 272416 / 07530 461214 callisonsandra@yahoo.co.uk www.stenhouseloch.co.uk

GRAMPIAN ARTLOCH FISHERY

FIFE REGION CRAIGLUSCAR RESERVOIR Wellwood, Dunfermline, Fife KY12 9HT Contact: David Lorimer Tel: 01383 732891 craigluscarfishery@icloud.com www.craigluscarfishery.com Season: Early March - 31st October. Location: North West of Dunfermline. Description: Two adjacent former reservoirs each approximately 10-acres. One fly and one bait. Stock: Rainbows averaging 1 kilo. Natural Insect Life: Abundant.

Longhill, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 4XA Contact: Stuart Wright Tel: 01466 794415 (weekday) 01466 799410 (evening & weekends) Mob: 07870 651368 artlochfishery@googlemail.com www.artlochfishery.co.uk Season: Open all year. Location: Just off the A920 Huntly/Dufftown Road. Description: A 5-acres Troutmaster water, stocked with rainbow, blue and brook trout from 2lbs to double (13lbs heaviest recorded) and resident brown trout (10lb heaviest recorded). The loch depth varies from 5 to 12 feet and is fed by water from Glen Burn which helps to create an excellent water with an abundance of natural food to produce good fighting trout. Stock: Resident browns, rainbow, blue trout.

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Scotland Fishery Records: Rainbow, blue trout from 2lbs to double (13lbs heaviest recorded). Resident brown trout (10lb heaviest recorded). Natural Insect Life: Abundant including Corixa, Sedge, Craneflies, Midge pupae, Daphnia, snails, freshwater shrimps. Recommended Flies: Dependent upon time of year, please ask on arrival. Prices: 4 Fish - £24; 3 Fish - £20; 2 Fish - £16. Sporting Tickets - £10-12. Junior - £10. Combined Adult and Junior add £7. Facilities: A car park is situated adjacent to the loch and fishing hut. Heated hut; containing a toilet, seating and tables. Free tea and coffee is provided along with a BBQ and microwave. All amenities and facilities are designed so less able anglers can enjoy the facilities. Home of Sharpe’s of Aberdeen.

LOCH INSCH

BRAESIDE TROUT FISHERY

LOCH OF BLAIRS

Highfield, Upper Stirlingbrae, Boddam, Peterhead, Grampian Tel: 01779 473903 mike@fishingthefly.co.uk www.fishingthefly.co.uk

Culsalmond Insch, Aberdeenshire AB52 6TS Contact: Charlie Barbour Tel: 01464 841143 Mob: 07834 221888 charlie@lochinschfishery.com www.lochinschfishery.com

LOCH NA BO Lhanbryde, Elgin, Grampian IV30 8QY Contact: Mrs Grey Tel: 01343 842214

Forres Tackle Shop, 97d High Street,, Forres, Morayshire IV36 1AA Tel: 01309 672936 www.moray.gov.uk

LOCH SAUGH Fettercairn, Grampian Tel: 01356 623713

LOCHTER FISHERY Lochter, Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire AB51 0DZ Contact: Howard Hughes, Stuart Patterson Tel: 01651 872787 / 872000 info@lochter.co.uk www.lochter.co.uk Season: Open all year. Location: Half a mile outside Oldmeldrum on A920 Colpy Road. The fishery and associated activity centre is well signposted. Description: Three fly-only lochs plus two any method lochs for bait fishers and juniors. Total 12-acres. Stock: Rainbow trout from 2lb. Brown trout. Fishery Records: Rainbow trout 24 1/2lbs, brown trout 12.7lb. Natural Insect Life: Abundant fly life as fishery surrounded by unspoilt farmland. Buzzers, Sedges, Daddies etc. Recommended Flies: Black Buzzer, Diawl Bach, Cormorants, Olive Damsel, WSW’s. Prices: 4 hours C&R £12; 6 hours C&R £14; 8 hours C&R £15. 4 hours (1 fish) £18; 6 hours (2 fish limit) £22; 8 hours (3 fish limit) £25. C/R on barbless hooks only, (all doubles over 10lb go back). Bait fishing: juniors – 2 fish ticket - £10, adults – 2 fish ticket - £13. Facilities: Comfortable lodge (fully licenced); tea and coffee free of charge, meals to order. Karting, 4x4, clays. Segway and archery available at adjacent activity centre and fully licensed restaurant.

LOGIE TROUT FISHERY

GLEN TANAR FISHERY Glen Tanar Estate, Glen Tanar, Aboyne, Grampian AB34 5EU Tel: 013398 86451 info@glentanar.co.uk www.glentanar.co.uk

GLENLATTERACH RESERVOIR Millbuies Lochs, Longmorn, Elgin, Moray, Grampian Contact: The Warden Tel: 01343 860234 www.moray.gov.uk

HADDO TROUT FISHERY Mains of Keithfield, Methlick, Aberdeenshire Contact: Clint Parsons Mob: 07799 607600 haddotroutfishery@outlook.com http://fishingthefly.co.uk/haddo-trout-fishery.html

Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire Contact: Donald Robertson Tel: 01569 762611 Fax: 01569 762611 wdr@logie.fsworld.co.uk www.logie-trout-fishery.co.uk

MIDMAR STILLWATER FISHERY “Bogindhu”, Midmar, Aberdeenshire AB51 7ND Contact: Wayne and Lorrie Bilsborrow Tel: 01330 833298 Mob: 07766 242188 Fax: 01330 833990 info@midmarfishery.co.uk www.midmarfishery.co.uk

MILL OF ELRICK FISHERY Auchnagatt, Ellon, Aberdeenshire Tel: 01358 701628

MILLBUIES LOCH Longmorn, Elgin, Moray, Grampian IV30 8RJ

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Contact: Kevin Moss Tel: 01340 83188 Mob: 07967 466973 kevin228b@yahoo.co.uk www.morayflyfishing.co.uk

DURNESS LOCHS Durness, Highland Tel: 01971 511224

GEDDES TROUT & COARSE FISHERY MOSSAT TROUT FISHERY Little Bridgend Farm, Mossat, Alford, Grampian AB33 8PL Contact: Steven Parkinson Tel: 01464 861000 flyfishing@mossattroutfishery.co.uk www.mossattroutfishery.co.uk

RAEMOIR TROUT FISHERY Raemoir Road, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 4ET Contact: Tony Adkins Tel: 01330 820092 raemoir.troutfishery@outlook.com www.raemoirtroutfishery.co.uk Season: Open all year. Description: A well-established fishery with three fly lochs and a bait pond totalling 9-acres set in mature woodland. Stock: Stocked weekly, rainbows average weight 3lb, brown and blues. Fishery Records: Rainbow 17lb 2oz, brown 10lb 2oz, blue 12lb 4oz. Natural Insect Life: Abundant. Recommended Flies: Bloodworm, Buzzers, Dries, Teal Blue and Silver, Diawl Bach, Damsels, Kate McLaren and Fritz. Prices: 8 hours 4 fish £25, 8 hours 3 fish £22, 6 hours 2 fish £19, 4 hours 2 fish £17, 3 hours 1 fish £15, 2 hours 1 fish £13. Catch and release: 8 hours £15, 6 hours £14, 4 hours £13, 3 hours £11, 2 hours £9, 1 hour £6. Bait: £2.60 per pound. Facilities: Lodge, free tea and coffee, picnic areas, BBQ facilities, tackle hire and group bookings.

TULLICH FISHERY Braehead House, Tullich by Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5SB Contact: David and Doris Gill Tel: 01339 755648 Mob: 0771 5278419 tullichfishery@yahoo.co.uk

Geddes, Nairn, Highland IV12 5SB Contact: Gordon Nicoll Mob: 07902 909408 nichollgn@hotmail.co.uk www.geddestrout-coarsefishery.co.uk

GLENFARG FISHERY Glenfarg, Perth, Perthshire PH2 9QW Contact: Gordon Webster Mob: 07746 522940 ggbglenfargfishery@live.co.uk www.ggbglenfargfishery.co.uk

HARPSDALE FISHERY PARK Bardnaheigh, Harpsdale, Halkirk, Caithness, Highland KW12 6UL Contact: George Sutherland Tel: 01847 831344 Fax: 01847 831344 bardnaheigh@tiscali.co.uk www.harpsdalefishery.co.uk

LOCH ACHILTY TROUT FISHERY Roefield House, Contin, Ross-shire IV14 9EG Contact: Mark Butcher Tel: 01997 421245 highlandstag42@btinternet.com

LOCH ARKAIG Fort William, Highland Tel: 01397 702656

LOCH BENEVEAN (ALSO LOCH MULLARDOCH AND LOCH BEANNACHRAN) Cannich, Highland Tel: 01456 415477

WAULKMILL FISHERY New Deer, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 6UP Contact: George Davidson Tel: 01771 644357

LOCH LOCHINDORB Highland Tel: 01479 872612

LOCH LOCHY

HIGHLAND ACHAGOUR FISHERIES Archagour, Ardclach, Nairn, Highland IV12 5UY Contact: Stewart Mackintosh Tel: 01309 651259 Mob: 07849 374821 / 07835 025833 achagourfishpond@aol.com www.achagourfishingponds.co.uk

ASSYNT CROFTERS’ TRUST North Assynt Estate, Stoer, Assynt, Sutherland, Highland IV27 4JG Tel: 01571 855298 admin@assyntcrofters.co.uk

DUNLICHITY TROUT FISHERY Dunlichity House, Tordarroch, Farr, Inverness, Highland IV2 6XF Tel: 01808 521442 dunlichity1@btinternet.com www.dunlichitytroutfishery.co.uk

Caberfeidh Kingie, Invergarry, Inverness-shire PH35 4HS Tel: 01809 511232

LOCH LOYAL (9 OTHER LOCHS AVAILABLE) Benloyal Hotel, Tongue, Highland IV27 4XE Contact: Elaine Lewis Tel: 01847 611216 Fax: 01847 611212 fish@benloyal.co.uk www.benloyal.co.uk

LOCH MEIG (ALSO LOCH ACHONACHIE AND SCARDROY) Glen Conon, Highland Tel: 01997 421948

LOCH MERKLAND The Overscaig House Hotel, Loch Shin, Sutherland, Highland IV27 4NY Contact: Mr Martin Fraser Tel: 01549 431203 enquiries@overscaig.com www.overscaig.com

LOCH MORIE Ross-shire Tel: 01349 830606

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WHITEBRIDGE LOCHS

Altnaharra Hotel, Altnaharra, by Lairg, Sutherland, Highland IV27 4UE Contact: Mike Mugford Tel: 01549 411222 (for hotel residents)

Whitebridge Hotel, Highland Tel: 01456 486413

LOCH RUTHVEN Inverness, Highland Tel: 01463 233178

LOCH SHIN The Overscaig House Hotel, Loch Shin, Sutherland, Highland IV27 4NY Contact: Mr Martin Fraser Tel: 01549 431203 enquiries@overscaig.com www.overscaig.com

LOCH ST JOHN’S

LOTHIAN ALANDALE TARN FISHERIES Gavieside, West Lothian EH55 8PT Contact: Iona Dave and Margo Allan Tel: 01506 873073 allandaletarnfisheries@gmail.com www.allandaletarn.com

BALLENCRIEFF FISHERY

Nr Dunnet, Caithness, Highland Tel: 01955 604200

Ballancrieff Toll, Bathgate, Lothian EH48 4LD Contact: Robert McLeary Tel: 01506 630808

LOCHS BADENLOCH, RIMSDALE AND NAN CLAR

BANGOUR TROUT FISHERY

Kinbrace, Highland www.fishing-highland.co.uk

LOCHS GARRY Caberfeidh Kingey, Invergarry, Inverness-shire PH35 4HS Tel: 01809 511232

The Fishing Lodge, Bangour Reservoir, Dechmont, West Lothian EH52 6GU Contact: Steven Reid Tel: 01506 811335 Mob: 07711 384308 steviereid63@btinternet.com www.bangourtroutfishery.com

ROTHIEMURCHUS TROUT FISHERY Rothiemurchus Estate, Aviemore, Highland PH22 1QH Tel: 01479 810703 emma.johnson@rothie.co.uk

STONEYFIELD LOCHS Newmore, Invergordon, Ross-shire IV18 OPG Contact: Derek and Pauline Robertson Tel: 01349 852632 fishing@stoneyfieldlochs.co.uk www.stoneyfieldlochs.co.uk

TARVIE LOCHS Tarvie, Ross-shire IV14 9EJ Contact: David Knox Tel: 01997 421250 tarvielochs@hotmail.com www.tarvielochs.co.uk

BEECRAIGS LOCH Beecraigs Country Park, Linlithgow, West Lothian EH49 6PL Contact: West Lothian Council Fishery, Warden, K Pollard Tel: 01506 844516 Fax: 01506 846256 mail@beecraigs.com www.beecraigs.com

BOWDEN SPRINGS FISHERY Carribber Reservoir, Armadale Road, Linlithgow, West Lothian EH49 6QE Contact: Jim and Jacqui Gargaro Tel: 01506 847269 Mob: 07939 602860 jacquigargaro@btinternet.com www.bowdensprings.co.uk

CLUBBIEDEAN RESERVOIR THURSO HILL LOCHS Strathmore Lodge, Westerdale, Halkirk, Highland KW12 6UP Contact: Patrick Sinclair Tel: 01847 841227 Fax: 01847 841264 info@strathmorelodge.co.uk www.strathmorelodge.co.uk

Bonaly, Edinburgh, Lothian Tel: 0131 333 2693/0781 7221290

FISH XL (FORMERLY HOPETOUN FISHERY) Broxburn, Lothian Tel: 01108 327841 www.hopetounfishery.com

GLENCORSE RESERVOIR WHITEBRIDGE HOTEL Whitebridge, South Loch Ness, Highland IV2 6UN Contact: David & Sarah Murray Tel: 01456 486226 info@whitebridgehotel.co.uk www.whitebridgehotel.co.uk Season: March 15 to October 15. Description: Fishing is on two lochs; Knockie and Bran. Stock: Wild browns, 8oz-1lb. Prices: Boats £20 per day. Facilities: Hotel with 12 ensuite rooms, home-cooked meals, real ale, selection of malt whisky.

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Glen Cottage, Milton Bridge, Penicuik, Lothian EH26 OPP Tel: 0131 333 2693/0781 7221290

HARPERRIG FISHERIES Cairns Farm, West Lothian EH27 8DH Contact: Colin Grieve Mob: 07771 594802 / 07904 085975 fishharperrig@aol.com www.harperrigfisheries.co.uk

LINLITHGOW LOCH 12 Brodick Place, Falkirk, Lothian FK1 4SE Contact: Mr A McAlpine (Secretary) Tel: 01324 634269 Mob: 07831 288921


Fax: 01506 671359 enquiries@fafa-linlithgowloch.org.uk www.fafa-linlithgowloch.org.uk

iain@wardendfishery.co.uk www.wardendfishery.co.uk

LOGANLEA TROUT FISHERY Loganlea Reservoir, Pentland Hills Regional Park, Flotterstone, Edinburgh, Lothian EH26 OPP Contact: Mr Jack Tel: 01968 676329

MARKLE FISHERIES Markle, East Linton, East Lothian EH40 3EB Contact: Jonathan Swift Tel: 01620 861213 Mob: 07974 295436 jon@marklefisheries.co.uk www.marklefisheries.com

Elgin, Moray This 5 acre lochan was opened in 2007 and has already established a reputation for top of the water sport and hard fighting fish.

MORTON FISHERY Morton Road, Mid Calder, Livingston, Lothian EH53 OJT Contact: John Mackay Tel: 01506 883295 Mob: 07592 577652 jon@marklefisheries.co.uk www.mortonfishings.co.uk

ROSEBERY RESERVOIR Millbank Cottage, Rosebery Reservoir, Temple, Gorebridge, Lothian EH23 4SS Contact: Mrs Grant Tel: 01875 830353

ROSSLYNLEE TROUT FISHERY Newbigginghill, Penicuik, Mid Lothian EH26 8QF Contact: Mr & Mrs Pitcairn Tel: 01968 679606 www.rosslynleetroutfishery.co.uk

TWEEDDALE MILLENNIUM TROUT FISHERY Newlands Farm, Gifford, Haddington, East Lothian EH41 4PJ Contact: Bill Taylor Tel: 01620 810009 Mob: 07703 255955 tweeddale@fsmail.net www.tweeddalemillennium.co.uk

l Regularly stocked with rainbows, blues, char and browns from 2-5lbs l Float tubing is encouraged with a variety of tubes to hire and try. l A range of rods reels and lines can also be hired. l 3 BBQ’s available for party or club outings. l Comfortable fishing hut with microwave and free tea coffee and biscuits.

Website: www.wardendfishery.co.uk Email: Iain@wardendfishery.co.uk Telephone 01343 862935

STRATHCLYDE ANNBANK FISHERY Ar Dachaigh, Privick Mill Road, Annbank, Ayr, Ayrshire KA6 5JA Contact: Andy Jess Tel: 01292 521003 jackie.jess@wahoo.com www.annbannkfishery.com

WHITEADDER RESERVOIR Gifford, East Lothian Mob: 0777 2440 151

MORAY

BORLAND TROUT FISHERY Cumnock and District Angling Association, 1c New Cumnock Road, Cumnock, East Ayrshire KA18 4QP Contact: Bill Menzies Mob: 07958 279740 borland.fishery@hotmail.co.uk

GLEN OF ROTHES TROUT FISHERY Glen of Rothes, Rothes, Abelour, Moray, Grampian AB38 7AG Contact: Kevin Moss Tel: 01340 831888 Mob: 07967 466973 kevin228b@yahoo.co.uk www.morayflyfishing.co.uk

COWANS LAW Hemphill Road, Moscow, Ayrshire KA4 8PP Contact: Jay Steel Tel: 01560 700666 Mob: 07775 671749 Fax: 01560 700666 www.cowanslaw.com

MILL OF KELLAS TROUT FISHERY Mill of Kellas, Kellas, Elgin, IV30 8TS Tel: 01343 890478

WARDEND FISHERY By Birnie, Elgin, Moray IV30 8RW Contact: Iain MacDonald Tel: 01343 862935

COYLE WATER FISHERY Coalhall, Colyton, Ayrshire KA6 6LZ Contact: Colin Pang / John McIlwraith Tel: 01292 571490 Mob: 07808 052955 info@coylewaterfishery.co.uk www.coylewaterfishery.co.uk Season: Open all year round.

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Scotland Location: Situated approx 3 miles from Ayr on the main A70 travel toward Cumnock, pass through Coylton village, and fishery is on the right hand side Description: Two gin clear lochans stocked with hard fighting trout. Small lochan for bait fishing and main lochan is fly only. Great days fishing for novice and expert. Stock: Rainbow, Blue, Brown, Tiger and Brook. Fishery Records: Rainbow 19lb 12oz Brown 8lb 10oz Blue 16lb. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Bloodworm, Sedge, Shrimp, Terrestrials. Recommended Flies: Diawl Bachs, Buzzers, PTN, Crunchers, Cormorants, Bloodworm, Black cdc, Hoppers, Griffis Gnat, Rabbits, Damsels. Prices: Bait fishing: 2 fish £12, 3 fish £15, 4 fish £18, 5 fish £21, 6 fish £24, children (under 16) £2 off any ticket. Flyfishing catch and release: 4 hrs £10, 6 hrs £12, 8 hrs £14, all day £16. Flyfishing kill ticket: 2 fish plus C&R 4 hrs £16, 4 fish plus C&R 4hrs £21, 2 fish plus C&R 8hrs £21, 4 fish plus C&R 8hrs £25. Facilities: New waterfront coffee shop and restaurant now open to the public, 7 days overlooking the loch.

FAIRLIE MOOR FISHERY Dalry Moor Road, Fairlie, Ayrshire KA29 0EQ Mob: 07904 273665

HARELAW TROUT FISHERY The Lodge, Harelaw Road, Moyne Moor, Neilston, East Renfrewshire G78 3EE Contact: Alex Cairnie Mob: 07890 082494 alex.cairnie@yahoo.co.uk www.harelawfishery.com

Bute PA20 9PA Contact: James Poole Tel: 01700 504871 Mob: 07712 534511 lochfad@btopenworld.com www.lochfad.com

MIDDLETON TROUT FISHERY Brisbane Glen Road, Largs, Strathclyde KA30 8SL Contact: Gary McDonald Tel: 01475 689692 middletonfishery@yahoo.co.uk www.middletonfishery.co.uk

NEILSTON TROUT FISHERY Snypes Dam Fishery, Kirton Road, Neilston, Strathclyde G78 3HH Contact: Alex Cairnie Mob: 07890 082494 alex.cairnie@yahoo.co.uk www.snypesfishery.com

NEW HAYLIE FISHING LOCH Haylie Brae, Largs, Strathclyde KA30 8JA Tel: 01475 676005 Mob: 07766 707472 info@newhayliefishingloch.com www.newhayliefishingloch.com

NEWMILL TROUT FISHERY HILLEND LOCH Airdrie & District Angling Club, Hillend Fishing Lodge, Airdrie Road, Caldercruix, Airdrie, ML6 8NY Contact: Alex Reston Tel: 01236 843611 airdrie.angling@btconnect.com www.airdrie-angling.co.uk

Cleghorn, Lanark, Strathclyde ML11 7SL Contact: David McCallum Tel: 01555 870730 Fax: 01555 870705 david@fishingmad.co.uk www.reelsndeals.com

PINBRAID FISHERY INVERAWE FISHERY Inverawe House, Taynuilt, Argyll, Argyll and Bute PA35 1HU Contact: Robert Tel: 01866 822777 Mob: 07766912453 Fax: 01866 822274 info@inverawe.co.uk / robertcp@inverawe.co.uk www.inverawe-fisheries.co.uk

KYPESIDE FISHERY Kypeside Farm, Lesmahagow, Lanark, Strathclyde ML11 0JL Contact: Hugh Smith Tel: 01555 894581 Mob: 0790 3263496 smiddy39@aol.com

Gamaburn, Colmonell, South Ayrshire KA26 0JG Contact: Bill Wood Tel: 01465 891112 Mob: 07881 764437 / 07810 778534 www.pinbraidfishery.co.uk

SPRINGWATER FISHERY Drumgabs Farm, Dalrymple, Ayr, Ayrshire KA6 6AW Contact: Toni or William Scott Tel: 01292 560343 Mob: 0781 5041883 Fax: 01292 560343 pandaspringwater@yahoo.co.uk www.springwaterfishery.co.uk

TAYSIDE LAWFIELD TROUT FISHERY Houston Road, Kilmacolm, Strathclyde PA13 4NY Contact: Billy McFerren Tel: 01505 874182 mcfrrn@yahoomail.co.uk www.lawfieldtroutfishery.co.uk

LOCH AWE BOATS The Boat Yard, Ardbrecknish, by Dalmally, Argyll and Bute PA33 1BH Contact: Cliff Davies Mob: 07703 112422 cliff@lochaweboats.co.uk www.loch-awe.com

LOCH FAD Loch Fad Fisheries Limited, Loch Fad Rothesay, Isle of Bute, Argyll and

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BUTTERSTONE LOCH FISHINGS Butterstone Loch, Dunkeld, Perthshire PH8 0HH Contact: Mr David Hendry Tel: 01350 724238 info@butterstonelochfishings.co.uk www.butterstonelochfishings.co.uk

CARLOGIE DAM FISHERY Carlogie Farm, Carnoustie, Angus, Tayside DD7 6LD Contact: Allan Sturrock Tel: 01241 853128 Mob: 07885 316733 Fax: 01241 857308 a_sturrock@btconnect.com www.carlogie.co.uk Season: Open all year. Only closed 25 December and 1 January. Location: Map on website.


Description: A 2.5-acre lochan with 20 platforms, suitable for disabled. Dam. Stock: Steelhead rainbows, browns, blues, golden, average 2lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 18lb 1oz. Natural Insect Life: Abundant. Recommended Flies: All flies, depending on time of year. Prices: £10 1 fish limit for 2 hours (under 14’s). £22 2 fish limit for 4 hours. £26 3 fish limit for 6 hours. £30 4 fish limit for 8 hours. £30 4 fish limit for 4 hours father & son/daughter (under 14’s). £15 catch and release for 4 hours. £18 catch and release 4 hours father & son/ daughter (under 14’s). £21 catch and release for 6 hours father & son/ daughter (under 14’s). £18 catch and release for 6 hours. £21 catch and release for 8 hours. After limit another ticket can be purchased or catch and release for remainder of time with debarbed hooks. Rod hire is also available see manager for charges. Facilities: Lodge, tackle hire. Tuition available. See manager for charges.

EASTER BALADO FISHERY Balado, Kinross, Tayside KY13 0NH Contact: Ken Fenton Mob: 07793 650466

FORBES OF KINGENNIE COUNTRY RESORT Kingennie, Broughty Ferry, Dundee, Tayside DD5 3RD Contact: Jonathan Whelan Tel: 01382 350777 or 350213 fishing@forbesofkingennie.com www.forbesofkingennie.com

Contact: Scottish Water Tel: 01575 560237 j.hardie1@sky.com

LOCH LEVEN FISHERIES The Pier, Kinross, Tayside KY13 8UF Tel: 01577 863467 (Mon-Fri) Mob: 07920 721634 Fax: 01577 863180 jn@montgomeryhotelgroup.com

ORCHILL LOCH TROUT FISHERY South Lodge, Gleneagles - Braco Road, Braco, Dunblane, Tayside FK15 9LF Contact: Elizabeth Jackson Tel: 01764 682287 orchillfisheries@hotmail.co.uk www.orchillloch.com Season: All year. Location: On the back road between Braco and Gleneagles Hotel. Description: 4.5 acre, old estate, natural water. Stock: Rainbow and brown, 2 - 2.5lb average. Fishery Records: Rainbow 19.25lb. Brown 17lb 2oz. Natural Insect Life: Damsels, Buzzers, abundance of fly life in the water and on top of. Recommended Flies: Small Nymphs, Hoppers, Diawl Bach. Prices: 2 hours (1 fish) then C&R. 4 hours (2 fish) the C&R. 6 hours (3 fish) then C&R. 8 hours (4 fish) then C&R. Facilities: Chalet with free tea and coffee. Cooker and microwave facilities available.

PIPER DAM FISHERIES GLENSHERUP RESERVOIR Glendevon, Tayside Contact: Messrs. Mitchell, Buchanan, Methven Tel: 01259 781631 Mob: 07890 736298

Piper Dam Golf & Leisure Resort, Fowlis, Dundee, Angus DD2 5LP Contact: Main Reception Tel: 01382 581374 / 01382 585049 Mob: 07949 442554 Fax: 01382 581102 enquiries@piperdam.com www.piperdam.com

KINGENNIE FISHERY Forbes of Kingennie, Broughty Ferry, Dundee, Tayside DD5 3RD Contact: Johnny Whelan Tel: 01382 350777 Fax: 01382 350400 fishing@forbesof kingennie.com www.forbesofkingennie.com

KINROSS TROUT FISHERY Heatheryford, Kinross, Tayside KY13 0NQ Contact: Vicki and David Futong Tel: 01577 864212 Fax: 01577 864920 grouseandclaret@lineone.net www.grouseandclaret.com

RESCOBIE LOCH DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION The Boathouse, Rescobie, Clocksbriggs, Forfar, Angus DD8 2TD Contact: Ron Fordyce Tel: 01307 830367 ronfordyce@yahoo.com Season: March 15 to October 31. Location: Off B9113, three miles east of Forfar. Description: 200-acre lowland loch offering boat and bank fishing. Clear water fishery. Stock: Rainbows of 2lb-plus, browns 2lb plus, blues 2lb plus. Fishery Records: Rainbow 17lb 10oz, brown 17lb 12oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Damsels, Bloodworm, Shrimps. Recommended Flies: Black Buzzer, GRHE, PTN, Damsel, Kate McLaren, Bibio, Lures. Prices: Sessions 9am-4.30pm & 5pm-dusk. Day £20 (4 fish); OAPs £17 (4 fish); juniors £7 (4 fish). Boats: £24 per rod. Engine hire £8. Facilities: Lodge.

LEDCRIEFF FISHERY 1 Pitcur Cottage, Coupar, Angus, Blairgowrie, Perthshire Contact: Paul Fox Mob: 07720 194820 paulfox2011@live.co.uk www.ledcrieff.co.uk

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LINTRATHEN ANGLING CLUB Lintrathen AC, Fishing Lodge, Lintrathen Loch, Glen Isla, Angus DD8 5JH

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Wales Home to some amazing small waters, reservoirs or rivers. Fine, well-run small waters include Graiglwydd Springs in the north offering trophy trout right down to the pristine Garnffrwdd in the south. In between lie wild upland waters, reservoirs and rivers amid beautiful surroundings.

ANGLESEY CEFNI ANGLING ASSOCIATION Cefni Reservoir, Llangefni, Anglesey, Contact: Huw Edwards Mob: 07912 949319 heds@btinternet.com www.llyncefni.co.uk

FRON FARM FISHERY TELEPHONE 01974251392

CARMARTHENSHIRE

Coarse fishing from £5.00 per day Fly fishing from £10.00 per day

GARNFFRWD TROUT FISHERY & COUNTRY HOLIDAY

Bed &Breakfast from £30.00 per person

Garnffrwd Fishery and Country Holidays, Mynyddcerrig Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA15 5BB Contact: Mr Jamie Miller Tel: 01269 870539 garnffrwd@btinternet.com www.garnffrwdflyfishing.co.uk

PANTYBEDW Nantgaredig, Carmarthenshire SA32 7LH Tel: 01267 290315 pantybedwfishery@firenet.uk.net

RICKETTS MILL Llysonnen Road, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire SA33 5EN Contact: Ron Preston Tel: 01267 211803 Mob: 07712 477504 info@rickettsmill.co.uk www.rickettsmill.co.uk

Caravan & Camping from £7.50 per night Fron Farm Fishery

Bontnewydd Aberystwyth Ceredigion SY23 4JG Off A485 between Aberystwyth and Tregaron www.fronfarmholidays.co.uk Facebook Fron Farm Fishery Email susan.diplock@btconnect.com TELEPHONE 01974251392

NINE OAKS FISHERY

CEREDIGION FRON FARM FISHERY Bontnewydd, Bronant, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion SY23 4JG Tel: 01974 251392 susan.diplock@btconnect.com www.fronfarmfisheryholidays.co.uk

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Oakford, Aberaeron, Ceredigion SA47 ORW Contact: Bill Baker Tel: 01545 580482 enquiries@nineoaks-fisheries.co.uk www.nineoaks-fisheries.co.uk Season: All year except Christmas and New Year’s Day. Location: Two miles inland from the beautiful West Wales Coastline. Nineoaks is situated in the little hamlet of Oakford, 1.5 miles inland from the A487 Aberystwyth to Cardigan Coast road, and midway between Aberaeron and New Quay, and approx. 20 miles south of Aberystwyth. Description: A small and naturally beautiful fishery with six lakes; three are coarse and three are trout. The trout lakes are over 6ft deep. All lakes have plenty of features, including bays, overhanging bushes, lily beds etc., providing easier casting areas and more challenging places too. Stock: The Trout Pools are stocked with rainbows and blues from 2.25lb, plus a resident head of browns. The Coarse lakes hold a good head of all species of carp (Common, Mirror, Leather, Koi and Grass), plenty of large roach, good tench, bream and skimmers, plus small barbel and chub too. Fishery Records: Trout 14lb, largest stocked trout in recent years 7lb; carp 25lb, roach 2lb, bream 7lb, and tench 5lb. Natural Insect Life: Damsels, some beautiful Damsels, Hawthorn, Dragons, Shrimp, Duns, Olive, Caenis and March Brown. Recommended Flies: Wet flies all year, and dry summer especially evenings. See our web site for recommended flies by month. Prices: C&R £14 - 4 hours fishing no limit, barbless hook only. 2 fish or 4 hours £20; 3 fish or 6 hours £26; 4 fish or 8 hours £32. Facilities: Large centrally positioned car park, on-site toilet, well


stocked tackle shop, hot snacks (bacon, egg etc.) and tea/coffee and soft drinks available, angler’s rest room. Fishing and casting tuition available. Tourist Board graded 4 star holiday cottages and static caravans near to or overlooking the lakes. Perfect for angling or family holidays or a mixture of both. Visit our website for more details.

RHYDLEWIS TROUT FISHERY & SMOKERY Rhydlewis Trout Fishery, Rhydlewis, Llandysul, Ceredigion SA44 5QS Contact: B. Jennings Tel: 01239 851224 Fax: 01239 851224 brianandrose@onetel.com

CONWY

of Llandegla. Description: Three spring fed and trout lakes, one children’s pool, two coarse lakes, 25-acre site. Stock: Rainbows, blues, tigers, browns, goldies and brook trout. 2lb to 23.5lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 23lb 10oz, brown 11lb 10oz. Natural Insect Life: Buzzers, Sedge, Hawthorn, Heather fly, Daddies, Damsel, Olives. Recommended Flies: Buzzers, Small Dries, PTN, Hare’s Ear, Damsel, Olives, Daddies, Cat’s Whisker and Montana. Prices: From £9, C&R tickets available. Barbless hooks only at all times on all tickets. Facilities: Cafe, tackle shop, tackle hire. Free trout fishing for under 12’s, no licence needed. Self-catering cottage sleeps four, B&B sleeps eight and also camping and caravan facilities.

LLYN ALWEN

TAN-Y-MYNYDD TROUT FISHERY

Moelfre, Abergele, Conwy, LL22 9RF

5 Lakes stocked to capacity with hard fighting Rainbow, Brown, Tiger and Blue Trout.

Cerrigydrudion, Corwen, Denbighshire LL21 9TT Contact: Nick Kite Tel: 01490 420463 siwan.hughes@dwrcymru.com

FLINTSHIRE CHIRK TROUT FISHERY Chirk, Flintshire LL14 5BL Tel: 01691 772420

DRAGONFLY FISHERY A5, Cerrigydrudion, Corwen, Flintshire LL21 0RU Contact: Angela Griffiths Tel: 01490 420530 Mob: 07876 036486 enquiry@dragonflyfishing.com www.dragonflyfishery.com

LLYN BRENIG RESERVOIR Cerrigydrudion, Corwen, Flintshire LL21 9TT Contact: Nick Kite Tel: 01490 420463 Fax: 01490 420694 siwan.hughes@dwrcymru.com www.facebook.com/Llynbrenig

01745 826722 www.tan-y-mynydd.co.uk Like us on Facebook

LLYN DERWEN TROUT FISHERY Fawnog Rhydd, Derwen, Corwen, Flintshire LL21 9RN Contact: Lynne Evans Tel: 01824 750667 Fax: 01824 750667 lynne.evans@llynderwen.co.uk www.llynderwen.co.uk

TAN-Y-MYNYDD TROUT FISHERY Moelfre, Abergele, Conwy LL22 9RF Contact: Martin Chambers Tel: 01745 826722 info@tan-y-mynydd.co.uk www.tan-y-mynydd.co.uk

SARN MILL FISHERIES Denbigh Rd, Nannerch, Mold, Flintshire CH7 5RH Tel: 01352 720854

TREE TOPS FLY FISHERY

DENBIGHSHIRE LLANDEGLA TROUT FISHERY Casgan-Dittw, Ruthin Road, Llandegla, Wrexham, Denbighshire LL11 3AA Contact: Simon Harrison Tel: 01978 755851 Mob: 07710 471785 info@llandeglafishery.com www.llandeglafishery.com Season: Open all year, 7 days a week. Location: On the A525 between Wrexham and Ruthin, just east

Llanfynydd, Wrexham, Flintshire LL11 5HR Contact: Peter and Joy Price Tel: 01352 770648 treetopuk@aol.com www.walesselfcatering.co.uk

WALGOCH FLY FISHERY Walgoch Farm, Nannerch, Mold, Flintshire CH7 5RP Contact: Phil Robinson Tel: 01352 741378 Philip@walgochfishery.com www.walgochfishery.com

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Wales GLAMORGAN (MID) LLWYN ONN Cefn Coed, Merthyr Tydfil, Mid Glamorgan CF48 2HY Tel: 01495 769281

SEVEN OAKS FISHERY Cowbridge Road, Talygarn, Pontyclun, Mid Glamorgan CF72 9JU Contact: James Rosier Tel: 01446 622236 sevenoaksfishery@sky.com www.sevenoaksfishfarm.co.uk

PAPER MILL FISHERY Llewitha, Fforestfach, Swansea, SA5 4NL Contact: D. Vickery and M. Vickery Mob: 07830 458895 / 07814 741252 www.papermillfishery.com

SHIMANO FELINDRE Blaen Nant Ddu, Felindre, Swansea, West Glamorgan SA5 7ND Tel: 01792 796584

TYN-Y-GRAIG TRI-NANT FISHERY Heo Ddu Road, Llantrisant, Pontyclun, Mid Glamorgan CF72 8LQ Contact: John & Barbara Johnson Tel: 01443 228316 Mob: 07890 736298 trinantfarm@aol.co.uk www.the-countryman-inn.co.uk

GLAMORGAN (SOUTH)

Tyn-y-Graig Farm, Crynant, Neath, West Glamorgan SA10 8TB Contact: David Williams Tel: 01639 750894 Fax: 01639 750894 Season: Open all year round, From 8am till dark. Description: Three fishing lakes. Two fly only and one worm or fly. Lakes are spring feed. Stock: Rainbow, brown and blue trout, from 2lb upwards. Fishery Records: Largest rainbow out 23 lbs. Natural Insect Life: Lots of natural fly life. Recommended Flies: Natural flies. Prices: £6 a ticket, £3.50 a fish with a four fish bag limit. Facilities: Tuition. Toilets. Disabled facilities, flies for sale.

CANADA LAKES TRUST Canada Lake & Lodge, Heol Pant-y-Gored, Creigiau, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF15 9NF Contact: Chris Board / Rhodnie Thomas Tel: 02920 892090 or 02920 899557 Mob: 07889 651142 chris@canadalodge.co.uk www.canadalodge.co.uk

DYFFRYN SPRINGS

GWENT CWM HEDD TROUT LAKE Croesheolydd Farm, Bassaleg, Newport, Gwent NP10 8RW Contact: Linda Kilby Tel: 01633 896854 Mob: 07813 143 034 info@cwmhedd.co.uk www.cwmhedd.co.uk

Home Farm, Dyffryn, Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 6SU Tel: 02920 595929

LLANDEGFEDD RESERVOIR

GLAMORGAN (WEST) EGLWYS NUNYDD RESERVOIR Corus Game Angling Section, Groes, Margam, Port Talbot, West Glamorgan SA13 2NF Contact: Stephen Gale (Secretary) Tel: Corus Sports Club Office on 01639 871111 ext. 3368. Mob: 07791 429672 (Secretary) fishingale@talktalk.net

GLYNCORRWG PONDS Ynyscorrwg Park, Glyncorrwg, Port Talbot, West Glamorgan SA13 3EA Contact: Leigh Acteson Tel: 01639 851900 actesonleigh@hotmail.com www.glyncorrwgpondsvisitorcentre.co.uk Season: Open all year. Description: 2.5-acre lake fed by mountain streams in a tranquil setting. Stock: Rainbow 2lb to 20lb. Fishery Records: 25lb. Natural Insect Life: Sedge, Black Gnat, Daddies, Mayfly, Damsel, Dragonfly. Recommended Flies: Cat’s Whisker, Montana, Daddies, Grey and Black Sedge, Buzzers, Olives, Muddlers, CdC. Prices: £25 (6 fish); £20 (4 fish); £16 (3 fish); juniors £10 (2 fish); father and son £25 (6 fish); guaranteed catch ticket £140 (22 fish). Catch and release £15.00 for the day, £10.00 for half day (4 hours). Facilities: Lodge, caravan park, showers, 2 coarse lakes.

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Rangers Office, Sluvad Works, Sluvad Road, New Inn, Pontypool, NP4 0TA Contact: Duty Ranger Tel: 01291 673722 Fax: 01291 673722 richard.poole@dwrcymru.com

LLYN CWMYSTRADLYN Gorlan, Porthmadog, Gwent Tel: 01758 614885

RAVENSNEST TROUT FISHERY Raglan Road, Tintern, Chepstow, Gwent NP16 6TP Contact: John Griffiths Tel: 01291 689564 Fax: 01291 689564 trout@ravensnest.fsworld.co.uk www.troutfishingwales.co.uk

YNYS-Y-FRO RESERVOIR Newport, Gwent NP10 9GN (for sat nav) Contact: Ann Kean Tel: 01633 421854 Mob: 07773229402 ann.kean@btinternet.com www.nrffa.co.uk Season: 5th March to 31st October 2015. Location: Easily accessible from Junction 27, M4. Follow B4594 towards Risca. Turn right at 14 Locks canal sign over canal bridge and right after canal centre. Description: Two ponds of 10 and 16 acres respectively with sloping, accessible banks. Quiet rural location, yet only a few minutes from M4


junction 27. Stock: Rainbow trout, average size stocked 1.75lb to 2lb, but includes some larger specimens, some blue trout and brownies. Natural Insect Life: Sedge, damsels, silverhorn, olives, alder fly, caenis. Recommended Flies: Early season, G/H Damsel, Pheasant Tail, Cat’s Whisker, dry flies, CdC emergers, Hoppers, Sedges, Daddies. Mid season, Buzzers, Diawl Bach, Shipman’s. Prices: Day ticket - member £8.00, non-members £12.00, season permit £235.00 (members only). Boats member £3.00, visitor £6.00 visitors must be accompanied by a member when using boats. Facilities: Fishing hut with booking facilities, tea making facilities, toilet, safe car park. Committee members on site for advice.

GWYNEDD CREGENNAN LAKES

Ffridd Boedel Farm, Arthog, Dolgellau, Gwynedd LL39 1LJ Contact: Emlyn Lloyd Tel: 01341 250426 Mob: 07854 139766 emlyn@emlynlloyd.plus.com www.cregennan.co.uk

going in to double figures. Fishery Records: 18lb Natural Insect Life: Damsels, midges, dragon fly and daddys. Recommended Flies: Diawl bach, montana, vivas, daddys, Welsh Witch. Prices: From £12, 1 fish - £25, 3 fish, catch and release after kill.

GRAIGLWYD SPRINGS & HOLIDAY COTTAGES

Graiglwyd Road, Penmaenmawr, Gwynedd LL34 6ER Contact: Huw Jones Tel: 01492 622338 Fax: 01492 622338 graiglwyd_springs@hotmail.co.uk. www.graiglwydsprings.co.uk www.graiglwydspringsholidaycottages.co.uk

LLYN ALAW

Llantrisant, Holyhead, Gwynedd LL65 4TW Contact: Nick Kite Tel: 01407 730762 Fax: 01407 730037 owen.jenkins@dwrcymru.com www.dwrcymru.com

LLYN CEFNI

Superb Trout Fishing Cregennan Lakes Arthog, nr Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL39 1LJ. Scenic mountain lakes with wild browns and stocked rainbows and blues. Boats available. FOR MORE INFO OR A BROCHURE MOBILE 07854 139766

www.cregennan.co.uk

Llangefni, Gwynedd . Contact: Mr Williams Tel: 01248 421238

LLYN CORON FISHERY

Aberffraw, Gwynedd LL62 5BT Contact: Gerald Richardson Tel: 01407 842253 (Premier Store)

LLYN CRAFNANT

Lakeside Café, Llyn Crafnant, Trefriw, Gwynedd LL27 OJZ Contact: Mr & Mrs Williams Tel: 01492 640818

Discover Llyn Crafnant in the heart of Snowdonia

A perfect Setting for a Great Day Out NOW UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Fish for Trout in Natural Surroundings in a Stunning North Wales Valley Llyn Crafnant is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt spots in North Wales, nestling in a tranquil valley high up in Snowdonia. The lake is three quarters of a mile long and covers 63 acres, has good access and is well sheltered on all banks. It is regularly stocked with Rainbow trout supplementing the Wild Brown trout and can be fished from all banks or by the privacy of a boat. Or why not visit our lakeside Cafe or Tea Garden and enjoy a delicious light meal and homemade scones and cakes after a walk around the lake or nearby hills. Seating available inside the Cafe, or outside on our Tea Garden - on the shore of the lake. Ample parking and toilet facilities. Cafe open daily 8.00am to 5.00pm - 20th March to the end of October Fishing 08.00am to dusk Permits are obtained from the Cafe. PERMITS Day Tickets Evening Tickets

ADULT £19.50 £18.00

UNDER 16s OAPs £11.00 £17.50 £9.00 £15.00

BOATS DAY EVENING ROWING £15.00 £10.00

EISTEDDFA FISHERY Eisteddfa Uchaf, Pentrefelin, Criccieth, Gwynedd LL52 0PT Contact: Tom Carey-Evans Tel: 01766 523425 Mob: 07759 871327 post@eisteddfa-fishery.co.uk www.eisteddfa-fishery.co.uk Season: Fishery open all year, every day 8.00 am till dusk. Café open daily March – October. Description: Eisteddfa Fishery has two trout lakes, one bait and fly fishing and the other fly only. .Situated between the two holiday towns of Criccieth and Porthmadog on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park, the Fishery enjoys great views and has a relaxing, friendly atmosphere. Stock: Mixed method lake stocked with rainbow trout ave size 1¼ lb, Fly only lake stocked with rainbows and browns, ave size 3 lb with fish

For further information contact Caroline and Russell on 01492 640818 Email: Contact@Llyn-Crafnant.co.uk Methods of fishing are: Crafnant Cafe and Fishing FLY SPINNING Cynllwyd Mawr, Crafnant Road, Trefriw LL27 0JZ LEDGER WITH WORM Or visit us at www.Llyn-Crafnant.co.uk NO GROUND BAITING NO FLOAT FISHING Facebook - Llyn Crafnant Lakeside Cafe

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Wales LLYN TRAWSFYNYDD Gwynedd Tel: 01766 540313

Fairoaks Fishery Nr Chepstow

OGWEN VALLEY ANGLING ASSOCIATION 4 Bron Arfon, Llanllechid, Bethesda, Gwynedd LL57 3LW Tel: 01248 602309 sgotwrs@gmail.com www.pysgotaogwenfishing.org

MONMOUTHSHIRE BIG WELL FLY FISHERY Tinmans Green, Monmouth, Monmouthshire NP25 4NB Contact: G Gray Tel: 01600 772904 info@bigwellflyfishery.co.uk www.bigwellflyfishery.co.uk

FAIROAK FISHERY The Cot, St Arvans, St Arvans, Monmouthshire NP16 6HQ Contact: Joe Newman Tel: 01291 689711 Mob: 07493 887113 Fax: 01291 689711 fairoakfishery@outlook.com www.fairoakfishery.co.uk

RE-OPENING UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT 1ST JULY Will be open 5 days a week Wednesday-Sunday 9.00am-8.00pm (April-October) 2 daily stocked (with good sized Rainbow) 1 acre lakes set in a tranquil valley on the edge of a forest plus a small novice pond for beginners. Hot drinks and snacks are available, toilet facilities and ample parking. WE SUGGEST BOOKING IN ADVANCE AS WE HAVE A 10 FISHERMAN LIMIT We are approximately 4.5 miles North of Chepstow

The Cot, St Arvans, Chepstow, NP16 6HQ tel 01291 689711 or mobile 07493887113 or visit our website or face book page for more details

http://fairoakfishery.co.uk https://m.facebook.com/fairoakfishery

Open all year

Premier Fly Fishery

in Redbrook village, Gloucestershire Voted into the Top 100 Stillwaters Guide 2015 Adjoining the border with Monmouthshire, Wales, and set in the heart of the Wye Valley. WE ARE NOW A TROUT MASTERS WATER. The venue comprises of four pools two of which are spring fed, two are stream fed. Tinmans Green, Redbrook, Monmouth. NP25 4NB Tel: 01600 772904 Email: info@bigwellflyfishery.co.uk Facebook.com/bigwellflyfishery

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Sporting and kill tickets Stocked weekly All day breakfast, sandwiches, cold drinks Complimentary tea and coffee Disabled facilities Well equipped lodge with tackle shop Rods for hire

bigwellflyfishery.co.uk


WENTWOOD RESERVOIR Llanvaches, Penhow, Gwent NP26 3AZ Contact: Wentwood Reservoir Fly Fishing Association Tel: 01291 690561 david.costin@wentwoodflyfishing.com www.wentwoodflyfishing.com

PEMBROKESHIRE HAYCASTLE FISHERY Upper Haycastle Farm, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 5PU Contact: Robert Griffiths Tel: 01348 840393

hafodhardware@btconnect.com www.rhayaderangling.co.uk Season: March 20 to October 17. Location: Three miles west of Rhayader. Description: Four reservoirs, 850-acres total. One reservoir 900 acres. Wild brown trout. Stock: Brown trout only, 8oz to 2lb. Fishery Records: Brown 7lb. Natural Insect Life: Coch-y-bondhu, Daddies. Recommended Flies: Zulu, Black and Peacock, Montana. Prices: Season £75, Day £12. Concessions. Six fish limit.

LAKE VYRNWY HOTEL Lake Vyrnwy Hotel and Spa, Llanwyddyn, Powys SY10 0LY Tel: 01691 870692 Fax: 01691 870259 sue@lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk www.lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk

LLWYN GWYDDEL FARM Whitland, Pembrokeshire SA34 0RB Tel: 01994 240218

LLYS-Y-FRAN RESERVOIR AND COUNTRY PARK Dwrycmru Welsh Water, Clarbeston Road, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA63 4RR Contact: John Sampson Tel: 01437 532273/694 Mob: 07771 916732 Fax: 01437 532732 john.sampson@dwrcymru.com

PUDDLEDUCK TROUT FISHERY Freystrop, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 4HB Contact: Margaret Mathias Tel: 01437 891845 Mob: 07787 791345

WHITE HOUSE MILL TROUT FISHERY White House Mill, Lampeter Velfrey, Whitland, Pembrokeshire SA34 0RB Contact: Barbara Hunt Tel: 01834 831304 Mob: 07817 766787 barbara@whitehousemill.co.uk www.whitehousemill.co.uk Season: Open all year (except Christmas Day), Wednesday to Sunday. Open Bank Holidays. Location: From Whitland take Velfrey Road. From Narberth take Crematorium Road. Description: Quiet secluded fishery in idyllic valley and peaceful countryside. Booking advisable as restricted places. Stock: Rainbow, brown and blue trout. Fishery Records: Rainbow 15lb 10oz, brown 12lb 8oz, blue 7lbs. Natural Insect Life: Damsels, Daddies, Buzzers, Hawthorns, Sedges, Alders, Dragon. Recommended Flies: Damsels, Buzzers, PTN, GRHE, Daddies, Hawthorns. Prices: Basic £20, 4 fish plus £5 each extra fish. Some catch and release £10, 6 hours.

GLUDY LAKE Cradoc, Brecon, Powys LD3 9PA Contact: Chris Burgess Tel: 01874 610427 Mob: 07890 711 847 laura@gludy.co.uk www.gludy.co.uk

LLYN CLYWEDOG Llanidloes, Powys SY18 6NX Contact: Mr Russell Owen Tel: 07904 618062 www.clywedogtroutfishery.co.uk Season: March 10 to October 7 (browns) and November 30 (rainbows). Location: Mid Wales. Description: Rangers on site for advice and all ticket sales. For all boat bookings, and queries please contact on above number. Stock: Rainbows, browns, from 1lb 8oz. Fishery Records: Rainbow 25lb 2oz, brown 23lb 11oz. Natural Insect Life: Midges, Coch-y-bondhu, Hawthorn, Alder fly, Daddies, Buzzers, Cow Dung. Recommended Flies: Lures early season, then imitations of the above plus traditional wets and dries. Prices: Day £20, OAP £18 Season £250, OAP £220 Junior season (12 to 16) £50 Boat and engine £24 Boat only £16 6 fish daily limit. Three day package £175 (two anglers and boat with engine). Evening tickets available. Facilities: Disabled facilities include wheely boat, available for wheelchair users and one able-bodied assistant (angler). Bookable seven days in advance.

YET-Y-GORS FISHERY Dwrbach, Manorowen, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire SA65 9RE Contact: Philip and Carol Morgan Tel: 01348 873497 info@yet-y-gors.co.uk www.yet-y-gors.co.uk

POWYS ELAN VALLEY c/o Hafod House, East Street, Rhayader, Powys LD6 5DS Contact: Alan Lewis Tel: 01597 810383

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Llyn Clywedog Fishery 2016 season 10th March to 30th November Spectacular and picturesque location, which provides hard fighting, quality fish that are reared on site. Abundant insect life and a genuine welcome to all our visitors with very knowledgeable Rangers on hand for advice. Season, day tickets and boat hire available at the Moorings.

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Rhayader & Elan Valley AA, c/o Hafod House, East Street, Rhayader, Powys LD6 5DS Contact: Alan Lewis Tel: 01597 810383 hafodhardware@btconnect.com www.rhayaderangling.co.uk Season: Open all year. Summer season 20/3 - 17/10. Winter season 18/10 - 19/3. Location: Three miles east of Rhayader, off A44 Description: 16-acre lake, natural spring-fed lake. Stock: Rainbow trout 2lb to 10lbs. Brown trout 1lb to 4lb. Fishery Records: Rainbow 20lb, brown 6lb. Natural Insect Life: Daddy, Blackthorn, Damsel, Buzzers. Recommended Flies: Damsel, Cat’s Whisker, Montana, Buzzers. Prices: Boat £10. Summer season 20th March to 17th October £120. Winter season 18th October to 19th March £120. Day £20. Concessions. 4 fish limit catch and release after. Three boats. Facilities: Toilet, shelter.

VALLEY DAM FISHERY Llanfihangel, Llanfyllin, Powys SY22 5JF Contact: Brian Earp Tel: 01691 648837 Fax: 01691 648837 www.valleydam.co.uk

WREXHAM LAKE HILL GAME FISHERY - LLYN CYFYNWY Llandegla, Wrexham Contact: Mr C Osbourne Tel: 01978 790613 Mob: 07538 013883 info@lakehillfishery.com www.lakehillfishery.com


Achagour Fisheries, Highland .............................................................. 45

Blithfield Anglers, Staffordshire ............................................................ 9

Alandale Tarn Fisheries , Lothian ....................................................... 46

Boringwheel Trout Fishery, Sussex .................................................... 29

Albury Estate Fisheries, Surrey ........................................................... 28

Borland Trout Fishery, Strathclyde .................................................... 47

Alderneuk Fishery, Dumfries & Galloway ........................................ 42

Bowden Springs Fishery, Lothian........................................................ 46

Aldin Grange Lakes, County Durham ................................................. 13

Braeside Trout Fishery, Grampian ......................................................44

Altmore Trout Fishery, County Tyrone...............................................37

Bransford Game Fishery, Worcestershire ......................................... 10

Alton Manor Fishery , Derbyshire ...........................................................6

Bratton Water, Devon...............................................................................32

Amherst Lodge, Dorset .......................................................................... 33

Brick Farm Lakes, Sussex ...................................................................... 29

Amport Trout Fishery, Hampshire.......................................................23

Bridgewater Fishery , County Down................................................... 36

Annaginny Stillwater Trout Fishery, County Tyrone......................37

Broad Oak Trout Lakes, Worcestershire ............................................. 11

Annamoe Trout Fishery, County Wicklow ........................................ 38

Brook Farm Trout Fishery, Gloucestershire..................................... 33

Annbank Fishery, Strathclyde .............................................................. 47

Brookhall Trout Fishery, County Antrim .......................................... 36

Arlington Reservoir, Sussex .................................................................. 28

Broom Fisheries, Dumfries & Galloway ............................................ 42

Arnfield Fly Fishery, Derbyshire .............................................................6

Burnhouse Lochan Fishery, Central Region ..................................... 41

Arran View Fishery, Ayrshire.................................................................40

Burns Trout Fishery, Ayrshire............................................................... 40

Artloch Fishery, Grampian .................................................................... 43

Burrator Reservoir, Devon ..................................................................... 33

Assynt Crofters’ Trust, Highland ......................................................... 45

Burton Springs Fishery, Somerset...................................................... 34

Astbury Falls, Shropshire .........................................................................8

Butterstone Loch Fishings, Tayside ................................................... 48

Avington Trout Fishery, Hampshire ....................................................23

Cairn Farm Fly Fishery, County Antrim............................................. 36

Avon Dam, Devon ......................................................................................32

Caistron Trout Fishery, Northumberland.......................................... 16

Avon Springs Fishery, Wiltshire ........................................................... 35

Canada Lakes Trust, Glamorgan (South)...........................................52

Avon Trout Fishery, Central Region.................................................... 40

Carbeth Fishery, Central Region .......................................................... 41

Bake Fishing Lakes, Cornwall ...............................................................32

Carlogie Dam Fishery, Tayside ............................................................. 48

Balderhead, County Durham................................................................. 13

Carrickmannon Fishery, County Down ............................................. 36

Ballencrieff Fishery, Lothian ................................................................ 46

Carron Valley Fishery, Central Region ............................................... 41

Ballyhass Lakes, County Cork.............................................................. 38

Carsington Water Fishery, Derbyshire..................................................6

Bangour Trout Fishery , Lothian.......................................................... 46

Cashel Trout Fishery, County Londonderry..................................... 36

Bank House Fly Fishery, Lancashire ................................................... 15

Cefni Angling Association, Anglesey ................................................. 50

Barlow Trout and Coarse Fishery, Derbyshire....................................6

Chalk Springs Trout Fishery, Sussex.................................................. 29

Barn Elms Fly Fishery, Berkshire .........................................................22

Chatton Trout Fishery, Northumberland .......................................... 16

Barnes Lake Fishery, Oxfordshire ........................................................27

Chequertree Fishery, Kent .....................................................................25

Barnsfold Waters, Lancashire............................................................... 15

Chew Valley Lake, Somerset ................................................................ 35

Barrow Lakes, Somerset........................................................................ 34

Chigboro Fisheries, Essex .......................................................................22

Beecraigs Loch, Lothian......................................................................... 46

Chiphall Lake Trout Fishery, Hampshire ...........................................23

Bellbrook Trout Fishery, Devon ............................................................32

Chirk Trout Fishery, Flintshire .............................................................. 51

Bellflask , Yorkshire.................................................................................. 18

Church Paddock Trout Fishery, Hampshire ......................................23

Bessy Beck Trout Fishery, Cumbria..................................................... 14

Clatteringshaws Dam, Dumfries & Galloway ................................. 42

Bewl Water , Kent......................................................................................25

Clatworthy, Somerset ............................................................................ 35

Big Well Fly Fishery, Monmouthshire ................................................ 54

Clay Lane Farm Trout Fishery, Cheshire............................................ 12

Bigland Trout Fishery, Cumbria............................................................ 14

Cleatham Trout Fishery, Lincolnshire.................................................. 7

Black Loch / Three Lochs Estate, Dumfries & Galloway ............. 42

Clerklands Fly Fishery, Borders Region ............................................ 40

Blackdyke Trout Fly Fishery, Norfolk ................................................. 26

Cleveleymere, Lancashire...................................................................... 15

Blackton, County Durham...................................................................... 13

Clubbiedean Reservoir, Lothian .......................................................... 46

Blackwool Farm, Sussex ........................................................................ 28

Coldingham Loch Fly Fishery and Holiday Cottages, Borders Region ..........................................................................................................40

Blagdon Lake, Somerset........................................................................ 34 Blakewell Fisheries, Devon ....................................................................32

Colliford Lake, Cornwall .........................................................................32

Blencarn Lake, Cumbria ......................................................................... 14

Coltsford Mill, Surrey .............................................................................. 28

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Fish XL (formerly Hopetoun Fishery), Lothian ................................ 46

Cow Green , County Durham ................................................................. 13

Fisherwick Lakes, Staffordshire............................................................. 9

Cowans Law , Strathclyde ..................................................................... 47

Five Oaks Trout Lake and Lodge, Hampshire .................................. 24

Cowpe Reservoir, Lancashire ................................................................ 16

Flowers Farm Trout Lakes, Dorset ..................................................... 33

Coyle Water Fishery, Strathclyde ....................................................... 47

Fontburn, Northumberland ................................................................... 17

Crabtree Angling Lake, Yorkshire ........................................................ 18

Forbes of Kingennie Country Resort, Tayside ................................. 49

Craigluscar Reservoir, Fife Region ..................................................... 43

Foremark Trout Fishery, Derbyshire .....................................................6

Craigmore Fishery, County Antrim .................................................... 36

Forrest Hills Fly Fishery, Lancashire................................................... 16

Craufurdland Fishery , Ayrshire...........................................................40

Frandy Trout Fishery, Central Region ................................................. 41

Cregennan Lakes, Gwynedd ................................................................. 53

Frensham Trout Fishery, Surrey .......................................................... 28

Crowdy Reservoir, Cornwall ..................................................................32

Fron Farm Fishery, Ceredigion ............................................................. 50

Curley’s Trout Fishery, Lancashire ...................................................... 16

Fylde Trout Fishery, Lancashire ........................................................... 16

Cwm Hedd Trout Lake, Gwent ..............................................................52

Fyntalloch, Dumfries & Galloway ....................................................... 42

Dale Pitt Lakes, Yorkshire ...................................................................... 18

Garnffrwd Trout Fishery & Country Holiday, Carmarthenshire 50

Dane’s Cast Fishery, County Down ..................................................... 36

Geddes Trout & Coarse Fishery, Highland ....................................... 45

Danebridge Fisheries, Cheshire............................................................ 12

Gilcrux Springs Trout Farm, Cumbria ................................................. 14

Delbury Hall Trout Fishery, Shropshire ...............................................8

Glen of Rothes Trout Fishery, Moray .................................................. 47

Derwent Reservoir, Northumberland ................................................. 16

Glen Tanar Fishery, Grampian..............................................................44

Dever Springs Trout Fishery, Hampshire.......................................... 24

Glenbervie Fishery, Central Region..................................................... 41

Dindinnie Reservoir, Dumfries & Galloway ...................................... 42

Glencorse Reservoir, Lothian ............................................................... 46

Dragonfly Fishery , Flintshire ................................................................ 51

Glenfarg Fishery, Highland ................................................................... 45

Draycote Water , Warwickshire ............................................................ 10

Glenlatterach Reservoir, Grampian ...................................................44

Drift Reservoir, Cornwall ........................................................................32

Glenquicken Farm Trout Fishery, Dumfries & Galloway ............. 43

Drum Fishery, Dumfries & Galloway.................................................. 42

Glensherup Reservoir, Tayside............................................................. 49

Duncton Mill Fishery, Sussex................................................................ 29

Gludy Lake, Powys ................................................................................... 55

Dungannon Park Lake Fishery, County Tyrone................................37

Glyncorrwg Ponds, Glamorgan (West) ...............................................52

Dunlichity Trout Fishery, Highland..................................................... 45

Golden Loch Fishery, Fife Region ........................................................ 43

Dunskey Trout Lochs, Dumfries & Galloway ................................... 42

Grafham Water, Cambridgeshire .........................................................22

Durness Lochs, Highland ....................................................................... 45

Graiglwyd Springs & Holiday Cottages, Gwynedd......................... 53

Dyffryn Springs, Glamorgan (South) ...................................................52

Grassholme , County Durham............................................................... 13

Earith Lakes Trout Fishery, Cambridgeshire ....................................22

Graythwaite Estate, Cumbria................................................................ 14

Easter Balado Fishery, Tayside ............................................................ 49

Great Burrows Trout Fishery, Gloucestershire............................... 33

Eglwys Nunydd Reservoir, Glamorgan (West) ..................................52

Haddo Trout Fishery, Grampian...........................................................44

Eisteddfa Fishery, Gwynedd ................................................................. 53

Halliford Mere Trout Fishery, Surrey ................................................. 28

Elan Valley, Powys ................................................................................... 55

Hanchurch Fisheries, Staffordshire .................................................... 10

Elinor Trout Fishery, Northamptonshire ............................................. 7

Hanningfield Trout Fishery, Essex .......................................................22

Ellerdine Lakes, Shropshire .....................................................................8

Harelaw Trout Fishery, Strathclyde ................................................... 48

Eskragh Lough Fishery, County Tyrone..............................................37

Harperrig Fisheries, Lothian ................................................................. 46

Esthwaite Water Trout Fishery, Cumbria .......................................... 14

Harpsdale Fishery Park, Highland ...................................................... 45

Exe Valley Fishery, Somerset ............................................................... 35

Hawkridge Reservoir, Somerset .......................................................... 35

Eyebrook Trout Fishery, Leicestershire................................................ 7

Haycastle Fishery, Pembrokeshire ..................................................... 55

Fairlie Moor Fishery, Strathclyde ........................................................ 48

Hayes Trout Fishery, Kent ..................................................................... 26

Fairoak Fishery, Monmouthshire......................................................... 54

Hayeswater, Cumbria .............................................................................. 15

Farletonview Fishery, Cumbria ............................................................. 14

Haywards Farm Fishery, Berkshire......................................................22

Farmoor II Trout Fishery, Oxfordshire.................................................27

Hazel Copse Trout Fishery, Surrey ..................................................... 28

Felix Farm Trout Fishery, Berkshire.....................................................22

Helwith Bridge Fly Fishery, Yorkshire ................................................. 18

Fernworthy Lake, Devon ........................................................................ 33

High Arnside Tarn, Cumbria................................................................... 15

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High Newton Trout Fishery , Cumbria ................................................ 15

Llwyn Onn, Glamorgan (Mid) .................................................................52

Higham Lake Trout Fishery, Northumberland................................. 17

Llyn Alaw, Gwynedd ................................................................................ 53

Hillend Loch , Strathclyde ..................................................................... 48

Llyn Alwen, Denbighshire....................................................................... 51

Hillview Trout Fishery, Shropshire ........................................................ 9

Llyn Brenig Reservoir, Flintshire .......................................................... 51

Holbury Lakes, Hampshire.................................................................... 24

Llyn Cefni, Gwynedd................................................................................ 53

Hollies Trout Farm, Fishery and Smokehouse, Devon.................. 33

Llyn Clywedog, Powys ............................................................................ 55

Horwich Fly Fishing Club, Lancashire ................................................ 16

Llyn Coron Fishery, Gwynedd ............................................................... 53

Hury Reservoir, County Durham .......................................................... 13

Llyn Crafnant, Gwynedd ........................................................................ 53

Innis Fly Fishery, Cornwall .....................................................................32

Llyn Cwmystradlyn, Gwent ....................................................................52

Inverawe Fishery, Strathclyde.............................................................. 48

Llyn Derwen Trout Fishery, Flintshire ................................................ 51

Jericho Loch, Dumfries & Galloway .................................................. 43

Llyn Gwyn, Powys..................................................................................... 56

John O’Gaunts Fishery, Hampshire.................................................... 24

Llyn Trawsfynydd, Gwynedd ................................................................. 54

Jubilee Lakes, County Durham ............................................................ 14

Llys-y-Fran Reservoir and Country Park, Pembrokeshire ........... 55

Kailzie Fishery, Borders Region ...........................................................40

Loch Achilty Trout Fishery , Highland ............................................... 45

Kennick Reservoir, Devon ...................................................................... 33

Loch Arkaig, Highland ............................................................................ 45

Kielder Water & Forest Park, Northumberland ............................... 17

Loch Awe Boats, Strathclyde ............................................................... 48

Kilgad Lake Trout Fishery, County Antrim....................................... 36 Kilnsey Park Fly Fishery, Yorkshire ...................................................... 18

Loch Benevean (also Loch Mullardoch and Loch Beannachran) , Highland...................................................................................................... 45

Kingennie Fishery, Tayside .................................................................... 49

Loch Bruntis, Dumfries & Galloway ................................................... 43

Kingfisher Trout Lake, Herefordshire ...................................................6

Loch Earn Fishings, Central Region .................................................... 41

Kinross Trout Fishery, Tayside ............................................................. 49

Loch Fad, Strathclyde ............................................................................. 48

Kiplin Hall , Yorkshire ............................................................................... 19

Loch Insch, Grampian .............................................................................44

Kirrieroch Loch, Dumfries & Galloway.............................................. 43

Loch Katrine, Central Region ................................................................ 41

Knitsley Mill , County Durham .............................................................. 14

Loch Leven Fisheries, Tayside .............................................................. 49

Knockquhassen Reservoir, Dumfries & Galloway ......................... 43

Loch Lochindorb, Highland ................................................................... 45

Knottallow Tarn, Cumbria...................................................................... 15

Loch Lochy, Highland.............................................................................. 45

Kypeside Fishery, Strathclyde.............................................................. 48

Loch Loyal (9 other lochs available), Highland ............................... 45

Ladybower Reservoir, Derbyshire ..........................................................6

Loch Meig (also Loch Achonachie and Scardroy), Highland ...... 45

Lake Hill Game Fishery - Llyn Cyfynwy, Wrexham ........................ 56

Loch Merkland, Highland....................................................................... 45

Lake of Menteith Fisheries, Central Region...................................... 41

Loch Morie, Highland .............................................................................. 45

Lake Vyrnwy Hotel, Powys .................................................................... 55

Loch Na Bo, Grampian ............................................................................44

Lakedown Trout Fishery, Sussex ......................................................... 29

Loch Naver, Highland .............................................................................. 46

Lakeside Sporting Ltd, Leicestershire.................................................. 7

Loch of Blairs, Grampian .......................................................................44

Langley Dam Fly Fishery, Northumberland ..................................... 17

Loch Ruthven, Highland......................................................................... 46

Larkwood Trout Fishery, Suffolk ......................................................... 28

Loch Saugh, Grampian ...........................................................................44

Lawfield Trout Fishery, Strathclyde................................................... 48

Loch Shin, Highland ................................................................................ 46

Lechlade & Bushyleaze Trout Fisheries, Gloucestershire .......... 34

Loch St John’s, Highland ....................................................................... 46

Ledcrieff Fishery, Tayside ...................................................................... 49

Loch Venachar, Central Region ............................................................ 41

Ledyatt Loch Trout Fishery, Tayside .................................................. 49

Lochmill Fishery, Central Region........................................................ 42

Leighton Fly Fishery, Yorkshire............................................................. 19

Lochore Meadows Country Park, Fife Region ................................. 43

Lenches Lakes, Worcestershire............................................................. 11

Lochs Badenloch, Rimsdale and Nan Clar, Highland ................... 46

Linlithgow Loch, Lothian ....................................................................... 46

Lochs Garry, Highland ............................................................................ 46

Lintrathen Angling Club, Tayside........................................................ 49

Lochter Fishery, Grampian....................................................................44

Litton Lakes, Somerset .......................................................................... 35

Lockwood Beck Trout Fishery, Yorkshire........................................... 19

Llandegfedd Reservoir, Gwent .............................................................52

Loganlea Trout Fishery, Lothian ......................................................... 47

Llandegla Trout Fishery, Denbighshire .............................................. 51

Logie Trout Fishery, Grampian.............................................................44

Llwyn Gwyddel Farm , Pembrokeshire.............................................. 55

Lomond Hills Fisheries (Holl Reservoir, Harperleas, Drumain

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Palm Springs Salmon Fishery, Lincolnshire ...................................... 7

Lough Arrow, County Sligo ................................................................... 38

Pantybedw, Carmarthenshire.............................................................. 50

Lough Carra, County Mayo .................................................................... 38

Paper Mill Fishery, Glamorgan (West) ................................................52

Lough Corrib, County Galway............................................................... 38

Park View Trout Fishery, Fife Region ................................................. 43

Lough Currane, County Kerry .............................................................. 38

Patshull Park Fishery, Shropshire ......................................................... 9

Lough Derg, County Galway ................................................................. 38

Pennine Trout Fishery, Lancashire ...................................................... 16

Lough Erne, County Fermanagh ......................................................... 36

Penwhirn Reservoir, Dumfries & Galloway ...................................... 43

Lough Keenaghan, County Fermanagh ............................................ 36

Pickering Trout Lake, Yorkshire............................................................ 19

Lough Mask, County Mayo..................................................................... 38

Pinbraid Fishery, Strathclyde ............................................................... 48

Lough Melvin, County Sligo .................................................................. 38

Piper Dam Fisheries, Tayside................................................................ 49

Lough Sheelin, County Meath .............................................................. 38

Pitsford Reservoir, Northamptonshire.................................................8

Lower Bruckland Fishery, Devon ......................................................... 33

Pochard Lake Trout Fishery, Buckinghamshire ..............................22

Lower Itchen Fishery, Hampshire ....................................................... 24

Powdermill Great Sanders, Sussex .................................................... 30

Loynton Hall Trout Fishery, Staffordshire ........................................ 10

Press Manor Fishing Lakes, Derbyshire ...............................................6

Manningford Trout Fishery, Wiltshire ................................................ 35

Puddleduck Trout Fishery, Pembrokeshire ..................................... 55

Markle Fisheries, Lothian ...................................................................... 47

Raemoir Trout Fishery, Grampian....................................................... 45

Marston Wyse Trout Farm, Yorkshire.................................................. 19

Raith Lake Fishery , Fife Region .......................................................... 43

Marton Heath Trout Pools, Cheshire .................................................. 12

Ranton Trout Fishery, Staffordshire ................................................... 10

Maynooth Fisheries, County Kildare .................................................. 38

Rathbeggan Lakes , County Meath..................................................... 38

Meadow Fishery, Cheshire...................................................................... 13

Ravensnest Trout Fishery, Gwent ........................................................52

Meon Springs Fly Fishery & Fishing Huts, Hampshire ................. 24

Ravensthorpe Reservoir, Northamptonshire .....................................8

Mere Beck Fly Fishing, Lancashire ...................................................... 16

Raygill Fisheries, Yorkshire .................................................................... 19

Middleton Trout Fishery, Strathclyde................................................ 48

Redbournbury Trout Fishery, Hertfordshire ....................................25

Midmar Stillwater Fishery, Grampian ...............................................44

Rescobie Loch Development Association, Tayside ....................... 49

Mill Farm, Wiltshire ................................................................................. 35

Rhydlewis Trout Fishery & Smokery, Ceredigion............................ 51

Mill of Elrick Fishery, Grampian...........................................................44

Rib Valley Fishing Lakes, Hertfordshire ............................................25

Mill of Kellas Trout Fishery, Moray ..................................................... 47

Ricketts Mill, Carmarthenshire ........................................................... 50

Millbuies Loch, Grampian ......................................................................44

Ringstead Grange Trout Fishery, Northamptonshire ......................8

Millhall Reservoir, Central Region ...................................................... 42

Roadford Lake Country Park, Devon .................................................. 33

Moorbrook Trout Fishery, County Londonderry ..............................37

Rockbourne Trout Fishery, Hampshire ..............................................25

Moorhen Trout Fishery , Hampshire ...................................................25

Rocklands Mere Fishery , Norfolk ........................................................27

Morton Fishery , Lothian ........................................................................ 47

Rose Park Fishery, Cornwall ..................................................................32

Mossat Trout Fishery, Grampian ......................................................... 45

Rosebery Reservoir, Lothian................................................................. 47

Murloc Angling and Rural Pursuits, County Armagh ................... 36

Rosslynlee Trout Fishery, Lothian ...................................................... 47

Narborough Fisheries, Norfolk ............................................................ 26

Rothiemurchus Trout Fishery, Highland .......................................... 46

Naworth Fishery, Cumbria ..................................................................... 15

Roxholme Fly Fishery, Nottinghamshire .............................................8

Neilston Trout Fishery, Strathclyde ................................................... 48

Rutland Water, Rutland ............................................................................8

New Haylie Fishing Loch, Strathclyde............................................... 48

Salford Trout Lakes, Oxfordshire .........................................................27

New Mills, Cumbria................................................................................... 15

Sarn Mill Fisheries, Flintshire ............................................................... 51

Newhouse Farm Fishery, Devon .......................................................... 33

Scaling Dam Reservoir, Cleveland....................................................... 13

Newmill Trout Fishery, Strathclyde ................................................... 48

Screebe Estates, County Galway ........................................................ 38

Nine Oaks Fishery, Ceredigion.............................................................. 50

Seighford Lakes, Staffordshire............................................................. 10

Norton Fishery, Essex ..............................................................................23

Selset, County Durham ........................................................................... 14

Ogwen Valley Angling Association , Gwynedd ................................ 54

Seven Oaks Fishery, Glamorgan (Mid).................................................52

Onny Vale Trout and Coarse Fishery, Shropshire.............................. 9

Sharpley Springs, County Durham ...................................................... 14

Orchill Loch Trout Fishery, Tayside .................................................... 49

Shimano Felindre, Glamorgan (West) .................................................52

Packington Trout Fishery, Warwickshire........................................... 10

Siblyback Lake Country Park, Cornwall.............................................32

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Simpson Valley Coarse and Trout Fishery, Devon ......................... 33

Venford, Devon .......................................................................................... 33

Soulseat Reservoir, Dumfries & Galloway ....................................... 43

Walgoch Fly Fishery, Flintshire ............................................................ 51

Spring Hill Trout Waters, Kent ............................................................. 26

Walthamstow Trout Fishery, London ................................................ 26

Springwater Fishery, Strathclyde ....................................................... 48

Walton Hall Trout Fishery, Yorkshire ................................................. 20

Stenhouse Trout Fishery, Fife Region................................................ 43

Wansford Trout & Coarse Fishery, Yorkshire .................................. 20

Still Water Trout Fishery, Devon ......................................................... 33

Wardend Fishery, Moray......................................................................... 47

Stithians Lake, Cornwall.........................................................................32

Washburn Valley Fisheries (Fly & Bait), Yorkshire ......................... 20

Stocks Reservoir, Lancashire ................................................................ 16

Waskerley Reservoir, County Durham................................................ 14

Stonebridge Fishing Lakes, Yorkshire ................................................ 19

Watch Reservoir, Borders Region........................................................ 40

Stoneyfield Lochs, Highland................................................................. 46

Watendlath Trout Fishery, Cumbria ................................................... 15

Stowting Trout Lake, Kent .................................................................... 26

Watermark Fisheries, Gloucestershire ............................................. 34

Straid Fishery, County Antrim ............................................................. 36

Waulkmill Fishery, Grampian ............................................................... 45

Sutton Bingham, Somerset .................................................................. 35

Wee Glenamour Loch, Dumfries & Galloway .................................. 43

Sutton Springs, Hampshire ...................................................................25

Wellsfield Trout Fishery, Central Region.......................................... 42

Swanswater Fishery , Central Region ............................................... 42

Wentwood Reservoir, Monmouthshire .............................................. 55

Sweethope Loughs Trout Fishery, Northumberland ..................... 18

Wessex Fly Fishing Trout Lakes, Dorset............................................ 33

Syon Park Fishery, London .................................................................... 26

West House Trout Lakes, Cleveland.................................................... 13

Tanfield Lodge Lake , Yorkshire ........................................................... 20

West Water AC (Hallington Reservoirs), Northumberland ......... 18

Tan-y-Mynydd Trout Fishery, Conwy ................................................... 51

Westlow Mere, Cheshire ......................................................................... 13

Tarvie Lochs, Highland ........................................................................... 46

Whinney Loch, Borders Region ............................................................ 40

Tavistock Trout Fishery , Devon........................................................... 33

White House Mill Trout Fishery, Pembrokeshire............................ 55

Tayberry Farm Fly Fishery, Suffolk..................................................... 28

Whiteadder Reservoir, Lothian ............................................................ 47

Temple Trout Fishery, Cornwall ...........................................................32

Whitebridge Hotel, Highland................................................................ 46

Tenterden Trout Waters, Kent ............................................................. 26

Whitebridge Lochs, Highland ............................................................... 46

The Green Frog, Dumfries & Galloway .............................................. 43

Willow Lakes, Suffolk ............................................................................. 28

The Oaks, County Londonderry ............................................................37

Wimbleball Lake Country Park, Somerset....................................... 35

Thirlmere, Cumbria .................................................................................. 15

Windermere, Cumbria ............................................................................. 15

Thornton Reservoir, Leicestershire ....................................................... 7

Wistlandpound, Devon ........................................................................... 33

Thornwood Springs, London................................................................. 26

Witcombe Waters, Gloucestershire ................................................... 34

Thorpe-le-Vale Trout Fishing, Lincolnshire ........................................ 7

Withern Mill Trout Farm, Lincolnshire ................................................. 7

Thrunton Long Crag Trout Fishery, Northumberland ................... 18

Witton Castle Lakes, County Durham ................................................ 14

Thruscross Reservoir, Yorkshire.......................................................... 20

Wood Stock Trout Fishery, Wiltshire .................................................. 35

Thrybergh Fishery, Yorkshire ............................................................... 20

Woodburn Fishery, Central Region ..................................................... 42

Thurso Hill Lochs, Highland ................................................................. 46

Woodford Fly Fishery, County Antrim ............................................... 36

Tildarg Fishery, County Antrim ........................................................... 36

Woodington Trout Fishery, Hampshire ..............................................25

Toft Newton Trout Fishery , Lincolnshire............................................ 7

Woolaston Court Trout Lakes, Gloucestershire ............................. 34

Tree Meadow Trout Fishery, Cornwall................................................32

Wykeham Lakes, Yorkshire ................................................................... 20

Tree Tops Fly Fishery, Flintshire........................................................... 51

Yeaveley Estate Ltd, Derbyshire .............................................................6

Tri-Nant Fishery, Glamorgan (Mid).......................................................52

Yet-y-Gors Fishery, Pembrokeshire .................................................... 55

Tringford Trout Fishery, Hertfordshire ..............................................25

Yew Tree Trout Fishery, Sussex ........................................................... 30

Tullich Fishery, Grampian...................................................................... 45

Ynys-y-fro Reservoir , Gwent .................................................................52

Turnaface Fishery, County Londonderry ...........................................37 Tweeddale Millennium Trout Fishery, Lothian ............................... 47 Tyn-y-Graig, Glamorgan (West) .............................................................52 Ullswater, Cumbria .................................................................................. 15 Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir, Lancashire..................................... 16 Valley Dam Fishery, Powys ................................................................... 56

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ARE YOUR DETAILS UP TO DATE? We have taken every care to include as many fisheries as we can. However, if you know of a fishery which is not included or is listed incorrectly, please let us know. To update details ready for next year’s 2017 guide, please email us with the following details or update the form below: Fishery name: Full Address: Contact Name/ Fishery Manager: Tel / Mob / Fax: Email: Web:

Season opening/closing dates: Location description:

Description of fishery (20-30 words):

Species of trout stocked and size of stock: Fishery records: Natural insect life: Recommended flies: 2017 ticket prices and bag limits: Boat prices: Description of on-site facilities: Key codes. For easy reference, please let us know which symbols you’d like with your listing.

Tuition

Disabled facilities

STFA member

Tackle for sale

Flies for sale

ASSF member

Toilets

Catch and release

Troutmasters venue

Refreshments

Boats

Please email your updated information to: stillwaterguide@bauermedia.co.uk Or post to: Gabi Challis, Project Manager, Trout Fisherman Advertising Department, Bauer Media, Media House, Peterborough Business Park, Lynch Wood, Peterborough, PE2 6EA. Tel: 01733 468000

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