The lakes
Fishing, paddleboarding and lakeside trails
Carp fishing
Fish from dawn to dusk
Fishing on the lakes is for guests staying on the estate, with no tickets to buy: just go and fish. It's catch and release, so every fish goes back.
The rules
- For staying guests only
- No tickets or booking needed
- Dawn to dusk
- Catch and release, barbless hooks only
- Children must be supervised by an adult on and around the water
What to bring
- Your own tackle
- A landing mat
- A rod fishing licence if you're 13 or over (see below)
You need a rod licence
Anyone aged 13 or over needs an Environment Agency rod fishing licence to fish in England, even on private lakes like ours. Licences for 13 to 16-year-olds are free; children under 13 don’t need one. Buy yours online before you come.
Get a rod licence on GOV.UK
On the water and around it
Paddleboards and lakeside trails
Paddleboarding is welcome, at your own risk. Boards aren't provided, so bring your own. Lakeside trails are there for a morning walk, or an evening one with the dog.
- Children supervised by an adult on and around the water
Questions
Fishing and the water
Can non-residents fish the lakes?
Fishing is for guests staying on the estate. If you'd like to ask about anything else, send us an enquiry.
Do we need a fishing ticket?
No. If you're staying on the estate, just go and fish. You still need a rod licence if you're 13 or over, and your arrival guide has the full details.
Do I need a rod licence?
Yes, if you're 13 or over: an Environment Agency rod fishing licence, which you can buy on GOV.UK. It's free for 13 to 16-year-olds. Under 13s don't need one.
Are paddleboards provided?
No. Bring your own board. Paddleboarding is at your own risk.
Can children fish?
Yes, with an adult supervising them on and around the water at all times.
Group enquiries
Bring the rods
Tick 'interested in fishing' on the enquiry form, and say in your message how many will be casting a line.