Fisherman’s Paradise – The Best Lakes In The UK

Most of us know someone who just loves fishing. Not only can they talk about it for hours, but they can think of nothing better than spending days by the waterside catching something worth sharing. 

The UK is home to some of the most beautiful and well-maintained fishing lakes in the world, so it’s no surprise that people travel from across the world to enjoy a spot of fishing on these shores. If you visit the UK from abroad to fish, ensure you are aware of eta requirements for travel to the UK. Before planning a trip for your fisherman friend, try and find out what is left on their catch list. 

The UK is home to some of the most beautiful and well-maintained fishing lakes in the world. Before planning a trip for your fisherman friend, try and find out what is left on their catch list. 

Each lake will offer something a little different.

Loch Leven, Scotland

Not only can you find macaroni pie, great whiskey and plenty of haggises – you can find some great fishing here too! This loch offers a massive 3,600 acres of shallower water – which is why it is so popular. 

The trout here grow big, and they grow strong, so a more experienced fisherman used to fighting for a catch will enjoy the challenge. 

You can’t bank fish here, so you’ll need to head out on a boat from the fisheries. 

Anglers Paradise, Devon

Just like the name suggested, fishing enthusiasts will be spoiled for choice here. There are 30 stunning lakes and plenty of breathtaking scenery too. 

A day ticket will give you access to most of the lakes in the estate; however, if you want access to the exclusive lakes – you’ll need to stay at Anglers Paradise. 

What makes this a great place is that for avid fishers who have children, this is a great place for them to start. It’s beginner-friendly but caters for everyone. You can pull up trout, koi, catfish, carp, perch and tench. 

Horseshoe Lake, Gloucestershire 

Perhaps you are looking to get a personal best when it comes to carp – in which case this horseshoe-shaped lake is where you need to go. You can also find tench, rudd, perch, bream, roach and pike – so you have a wide variety. 

This lake is reserved for members of The Carp Society, and you will pay for each hour you are on the lake too. 

Cobbleacre Park

Fishing breaks at Cobbleacre Park are a great choice as they have on-site rental holiday homes, plus plenty of touring space. So you can choose how to stay. It also has an on-site store where you can pick up things like bait and tackle. 

You’ll need to book the lakes in advance, and each of the lakes has a set of rules that you can find on the website. 

You can fish up ide, roach, perch, carp, rudd, silvers, skimmers and catfish – depending on which lake you are fishing at. 

Caerphilly Castle, South Wales

When you fish here, you can enjoy the stunning Norman castle views, as well as South Wales in general. There are several lakes that you can fish from, and a variety of fish too. Tench, eels, carp, bream, perch and crucian carp are some of the fish you’ll find here. 

Any of these lakes will have their own set of rules, and you’ll need to make sure you have a fishing licence to fish legally. 

Perhaps you are just starting your finishing journey, in which case, here are some great tips to get you started: Testing Time Blog – Fishing Must-Haves – A Beginners Guide To A Great Fishing Trip. 

 

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