Question 1

Can i just turn up and fish?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can simply turn up and fish. Permits, boat hire and EA licences are available onsite. You can also phone ahead if you want to check availability.

Question 2

Can i bring my own bait?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can bring your own bait for Coarse or Trout fishing. For Pike fishing, all dead baits must be bought onsite.

Question 3

Can i fish from a peg close to my car?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are easily accessible pegs close to the car park, including pegs suitable for anglers with disabilities.

Question 4

Are there any facilities on site?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have a tackle shop, toilets and the Boathouse Café.

Question 5

What are the operating hours for boat rentals?

Accepted Answer

Boat hire runs from 8am to 4pm in winter, and 9am to 5pm in summer. Evening boats 4pm until sunset.

Question 6

How many people can go in a boat?

Accepted Answer

Boat capacity is based on weight, not the number of people. The maximum allowed is 300kg per boat.

Question 7

Do you offer a 24hr ticket?

Accepted Answer

No we offer day tickets which are dawn until dusk and overnighting is permitted. Pegs must be vacated by first light if not booked from the day before.

Question 8

Can I launch my own boat, and is there a fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can launch your own boat. There is a launch fee, and the boat must use an electric engine or oars only.

Question 9

Do you offer fly-fishing tuition?

Accepted Answer

Yes, fly-fishing tuition is available with qualified instructors. Please telephone for availability and rates.

Question 10

Do you offer children and family fishing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer partly supervised fishing from the jetty with rod hire, and guided family fishing trips from the boats.

Question 11

Are dogs allowed while fishing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, dogs are welcome as long as they are kept on a lead.

Question 12

Where can i stay locally.

Accepted Answer

There is a myriad of accommodation options nearby, we recommend the Red Lion, the Tower Bank Arms, the Cuckoo Brow hotel and the Water Edge guest house. All within close proximity.

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