Cumbria isnt blessed with coarse fishing opportunites like some counties in the UK but that doesnt mean there arent some real gems to be found and some great river and stillwater fisheries. What the county also has is some of the best scenery and tourist hotspots in the country including the Lake District and therefore its a great region to visit for an angling holiday or longer fishing trip.
Angling Times have put together the best hotspots and places to go fishing in Cumbria. Whether you want to find the best river fishing in Cumbria or the best stillwater fishing in Cumbria, this guide will help you....
CARLETON HILL FISHERY, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA
There are three ponds on this fishery as well as a fully stocked tackle shop. Each lake is mixed stock holding everything from chub to carp and silvers making it a great option even in winter. Expect lots of bites here.
Contact: 01228 562622, Postcode: CA4 0BJ
WHINS POND, EDENHALL, CARLISLE
This cracking pleasure fishing complex comprises a large scenic lake split into two sections. The coarse section covers about 8 acres and has 30 pegs and is well stocked with tench, bream, carp to 20lb and roach.
The lake has plenty of features such as overhanging trees and lilly pads and is permanently pegged with comfortable platform style swims.
Whins Pond takes match bookings and regular matches are held by the fishery management.
Contact: 01768 862671, Postcode: CA11 8SR
The River Irthing is a top Cumbria fishing spot
RIVER IRTHING, BRAMPTON
In the winter this stunning little river turns into a grayling fishing haven where anglers can trot a float and catch fish to 2lb in stunning scenery.
The lower end of the river near the Golden Fleece pub is a good choice and you can snatch a pint at the end of your session. The stretch at Lanercost is also worthwhile as well as beautiful.
Most of the river is run by Brampton Angling Association who offer day tickets to visiting anglers from the Post Office in Brampton town centre.
Contact: 016977 2359, Postcode: CA6 4NF
RIVER EDEN, WARWICK HALL, WARWICK-ON-EDEN, CARLISLE
A stunning bit of the River Eden overlooked by the historic Warwick Hall. In winter the game fishing stops and coarse anglers are invited on to trot or leger for nets of grayling. Fishing in split into two beats but the hotspot is on the first bend opposite the hall itself.
Contact: 01228 561 546, Postcode: CA4 8PG
Warwick Hall on the River Eden is a great place to trot for grayling
WHERE TO STAY - TOTTERGILL FARM
If you fancy a longer trip to cumbria and fish all of these venues how about staying at Tottergill Farm Cottages?
Located on a working farm on the hillsides just outside Brampton, Tottergill is a stunning place for short and long trips with views to die for. Each of the dozen or so private cottages have their own hottub - ideal for a dip at the end of a hard day's fishing. There's also a pub within walking distance for a meal or a pint or two...
There are a number of different accommodation options with some of their luxury cottages sleeping as many as 8. The cottages feature all the mod cons as well as wood burners for those cold winter nights.
For pricing and more details, visit their website here: www.tottergill.co.uk
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