Esthwaite Water Peg Guide
Set in the heart of the Lake District, Esthwaite Water is a peaceful destination where
fishing, wildlife, and relaxation come together.
Enjoy trout fishing from boat or bank on one of Englandʼs most scenic natural lakes.
Join our Osprey Safari to witness wild ospreys diving for fish, a truly unforgettable
sight during the summer months. And when itʼs time to unwind, visit our lakeside café
for fresh coffee, homemade cakes, and stunning views across the water.
Whether you come to cast a line, spot wildlife, or simply enjoy the calm beauty of the
Lake District, Esthwaite Water offers an experience thatʼs close to nature and far from
the everyday.
Pegs 1 to 6 Woodmouse Pegs
Parking yes. 30-yard walk along a gravel
footpath. Barrow friendly. Overnighting
and bivvies permitted. Great all season
pegs with a variety of depths for Coarse,
Trout and Pike.
Peg 7
Single angler peg. Parking yes. 20-yard
walk. Barrow friendly. Overnighting and
bivvies permitted. Great all-round peg for
all species, all year.
Pegs 8 to 18
Car park pegs. Plenty of parking. Easy
access. Barrow friendly. Overnighting,
bivvies, vans and camper vans welcome.
Close proximity to cafe. Variety of depths.
Great pegs for all species. Very popular
pegs.
Peg 19
Adjacent to cafe. Easy access and parking.
Overnighting in vans or camper vans.
Good for all species, good depths. This
peg can be used as a double peg if
necessary
Pegs 20 & 21
Relish factory pegs. Parking yes. 50-yard
walk. Barrow friendly. Only available 1st
October until 31st March. Overnighting
and bivvies permitted. Good depths at
range. Great for winter pike and coarse
fishing.
Pegs 22 to 25
Strickland Bay. Parking available. 40-yard
walk from road. Barrow friendly.
Overnighting and bivvies welcome. Great
depths for Coarse, pike and Trout.
Peg 26
Great single angler peg. Parking yes but
stay on hard standing to your right once
through the gate. Overnighting in bivvies
welcome. Easy access. Fairly shallow so a
better summer coarse and Trout fishing
peg. Very popular with winter Pike
anglers.
Peg 27
Parking yes in YHA car park. 40-yard walk
from road. Overnighting and bivvy
friendly. Great year round for all species,
perfect variety of depths. Can be used as
a double peg. Not easiest of access but
makes up for it with performance and
tranquillity.
Peg 28 to 38
Swimming Pool. Only accessible by boat
or 200-yard walk. Overnighting and bivvy
friendly. Very productive, tranquil pegs.
Very popular with anglers doing multiple
days. Great variety of depths and good for
all disciplines Trout, Coarse and Pike
fishing.
Peg 39 to 46
Post box pegs. Parking yes. Easy access.
No overnighting on this stretch. Great
depths for all species year round.
Peg 47 to 60
Pepper point. Parking available. Access is
good in dry weather, however, please
consult staff if the weather is inclement
on the day. We will provide boat access if
necessary. Superb all-round pegs for all
species all year. Great for multiple days or
groups. Very peaceful and tranquil.
Strickland Ees “Off Grid”
Pegs
Overnighting and bivvy friendly. Only
accessible via boat 1st October until
March 15th. Great winter pike and coarse.
Variety of depths.
Grubhole “Off Grid” Pegs
Access year round by boat only. Variety of
depths, great for Coarse, Pike and Trout
anglers alike. Overnighting in bivvies
welcome.
Elterholme “Off Grid” Pegs
Access year round by boat only. Great
depths and suitable for all species.
Overnighting and bivvies welcome. Very
peaceful pegs.
Ten Tree Bay “Off Grid” Pegs
Great year round pegs for all species.
Accessible by boat only. Overnighting and
bivvies permitted. Peaceful surroundings.
