Cambridgeshire fishing lakes
Fishing lakes in Cambridgeshire
Cambridgeshire offers large commercial coarse complexes, private specimen carp and catfish waters, a syndicate fishery, members-only country park fishing and lakes with camping or holiday accommodation. The current listings cover Peterborough, Whittlesey, Earith, Fenstanton and Milton near Cambridge. Use the venue listings below to compare town, species, access type, facilities and official links before travelling.
Best forDay ticket coarse and match fishing, specimen carp and catfish sessions, night fishing, syndicate waters, holiday fishing and members-only park lakes.
Local areasPeterborough, Whittlesey, Earith, Fenstanton, Farcet, Milton and Cambridge
Check before you goConfirm opening times, booking rules, permits, bait restrictions, parking, toilets, night fishing and payment method.
Choosing a fishing lake in Cambridgeshire
Start with the part of the county that suits your journey. Decoy Lakes and East Delph Lakes are near Whittlesey, Float Fish Farm and The Folly Lakes serve the Peterborough area, and Earith Lakes Fisheries and Fenland Fisheries form a specimen-fishing cluster at Earith. Crystal Lakes Leisure is near Fenstanton, while Milton Country Park is north of Cambridge.
For day ticket, pleasure or match fishing, Decoy Lakes and Float Fish Farm provide the broadest choice in the current directory. Both are multi-lake complexes with on-site tackle and bait sales. Some specialist waters or particular swims still require online booking, so select the actual lake before checking availability and rules.
Specimen anglers can compare East Delph, Fenland Fisheries, The Folly Lakes and Earith Lakes. East Delph limits angler numbers and requires advance online booking; Fenland offers carp and catfish sessions on Willow and Vermuyden; The Folly uses pre-booked sessions; and Earith operates primarily as a membership or syndicate complex.
Access at Milton Country Park is membership-based with no ordinary day tickets. Crystal Lakes Leisure combines two coarse lakes with camping, caravan pitches and holiday lodges, making it a different choice for anglers planning a short break. Confirm whether fishing is available to day visitors or linked to a stay when booking.
Before travelling, check the ticket or membership needed, the permitted arrival time, lake-specific fish-care equipment and whether night fishing is included. Several specimen venues use separate booking calendars and rules for each lake. Match fixtures, seasonal opening times and restricted angler numbers can also affect availability.
Showing 8 fishing lakes currently listed for Cambridgeshire.
Local tackle shops near Cambridgeshire fisheries
Need bait, line, hooks, feeders, nets or last-minute tackle? These local or nearby options may be useful before fishing in Cambridgeshire. Always check opening times and stock before travelling.
Angling Direct Peterborough
Large Peterborough shop stocking carp, coarse, match, predator, fly and sea fishing tackle, with parking and in-store services.
- Area: Unit 3 Peterborough Trade Park, Newton Way, Boongate, Peterborough, PE1 5PJ
Decoy Lakes Tackle and Bait Shop
On-site shop supplying fresh maggots, pellets and session essentials for anglers using the Decoy Lakes complex.
- Area: Decoy Lakes, Drybread Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, PE7 2AD
Float Fish Farm Tackle and Bait Shop
Well-stocked on-site tackle and bait shop supporting the pleasure, match, carp and specimen lakes at Float Fish Farm.
- Area: Float Fish Farm, Farcet, Peterborough, PE7 3DZ
Cambridgeshire fishing lakes FAQ
Do I need a rod licence to fish in Cambridgeshire?
In most cases, yes. You normally need a valid Environment Agency rod fishing licence for freshwater fishing in England, plus any venue ticket, club permit or membership required by the fishery.
Are there day ticket fishing lakes in Cambridgeshire?
Yes, but access varies by venue. Some waters are day ticket, while others are club waters, permit waters, holiday park waters, syndicates or booking-only fisheries.
What should I check before visiting a fishery in Cambridgeshire?
Check opening times, booking requirements, ticket prices, bait rules, landing net rules, parking, toilets, night fishing access and seasonal restrictions.
Can I suggest an update to a venue in Cambridgeshire?
Yes. Use the Add a Lake page if a listing needs correcting or you know a venue that should be added.
Where can I find day ticket and match fishing in Cambridgeshire?
Decoy Lakes near Whittlesey and Float Fish Farm near Peterborough are the largest day ticket and match-fishing complexes in the current listings. Both have multiple waters and on-site tackle and bait sales. Check match fixtures, opening times and whether your chosen lake requires advance booking.
Which Cambridgeshire lakes offer specimen carp or catfish fishing?
East Delph Lakes focuses on limited-number carp sessions, while Fenland Fisheries and The Folly Lakes offer bookable carp and catfish fishing. Earith Lakes is a membership or syndicate complex with specimen waters. Compare booking length, lake rules, fish-care equipment and membership requirements before choosing.
Which Cambridgeshire fishing lakes require membership?
Milton Country Park is private and members only, with no standard day tickets. Earith Lakes Fisheries operates primarily as a membership or syndicate complex and may require a site visit, reference or waiting list. Other venues may use advance booking without requiring annual membership.
Are there fishing lakes with accommodation or accessible pegs in Cambridgeshire?
Crystal Lakes Leisure combines fishing with camping, caravan pitches and holiday lodges. Decoy Lakes offers accommodation and identifies parking close to some pegs for anglers with reduced mobility. Contact the venue before travelling to confirm suitable access, facilities and availability for your needs.