A local pond or park lake may have been the setting for your first magical angling moments, and it’s always nice to take a trip down memory lane. Here are ten waters with that traditional feel about them.
Sicklinghall Ponds, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Controlled by the great-value Wetherby & District AC, these ponds are in tranquil surroundings and are a great place to get away from it all.
Contact: Andy Stonehouse, 07946 559556
Hampton Springs Fishery, Malpas, Cheshire
The small Poplars Pool is sheltered by mature trees bordering its far bank and is filled with lilies, reeds, and all manner of other features.
Contact: 01948 820789
Peatling Pools, Lutterworth, Leicestershire
Malcolm, Magna, and Parva Pools are all popular with pleasure anglers. They’re mature waters with a natural appearance and are full of fish.
Contact: 0116 2867316
Lake Helen, Boston, Lincolnshire
This attractive lake not only has a natural appearance, but it also offers the chance to enjoy some traditional fishing.
Contact: 01205 460741
Cobbleacre Lakes, Hevingham, Norfolk
Gianna’s Lake is a traditional water, ideal for the pleasure angler. Make sure to book your fishing in advance.
Contact: 01603 754305
Chequered Lake, Whitchurch, Shropshire
This two-acre lake is a surrounded by trees and is a great place for wandering around with a minimal amount fo tackle, trying to stalk its resident carp.
Contact: 07855 418881
Fron Farm Fishery, Aberystwyth, Wales
Set in a beautiful, quiet location, the two coarse lakes at Fron Farm are home to a range of species, including quality carp.
Contact: 01974 251392
Spires Lakes, North Tawton, Devon
The lower lake is a good bet for a mixed bag, and you’ll catch a wide range of species on simple waggler tactics.
Contact: 01837 82499
Stanwick Lakes, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
The small Coot Lake is tucked round the back of the fishery and is home to good tench and bream, as well as an abundance of silverfish.
Contact: 07974 300015
Trinity Waters, Bridgwater, Somerset
The venue’s Middlemarsh Lake offers 16 swims fishing to open water or lily pads. It’s popular with pleasure looking to target the good tench, crucians and bream stocks.
Contact: 07896 982567
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