County Durham fishing lakes
Fishing lakes in County Durham
County Durham has a good mix of commercial coarse fisheries, trout lakes, reservoir fishing, holiday park waters and river venues. Popular areas include Durham, Chester-le-Street, Bishop Auckland, Witton-le-Wear and Consett. Use the venue listings below to compare town, species, access type, facilities and official links before travelling.
Best forGood for coarse fishing, trout, carp, reservoir fishing and holiday park waters.
Local areasDurham, Bishop Auckland, Witton-le-Wear, Chester-le-Street, Consett and the Derwent Valley
Check before you goConfirm opening times, permits, booking rules, bait restrictions, parking, toilets and seasonal rules.
Showing 7 fishing lakes currently listed for County Durham.
Local tackle shops near County Durham fisheries
Need bait, line, hooks, feeders, nets, fly gear or last-minute session tackle? These local or nearby shops may be useful before fishing in County Durham. Always check opening times and stock before travelling.
Angling Direct Washington
Large tackle shop useful for Durham, Sunderland, Newcastle and North East fisheries.
- Address: Unit 3, 2 Parsons Road, Washington, NE37 1EZ
Bagnall and Kirkwood
Long-running Newcastle fishing tackle supplier serving the wider North East.
- Address: 220 Rothbury Terrace, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 5DE
County Durham fishing lakes FAQ
Do I need a rod licence to fish in County Durham?
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 County Durham?
Yes, but access varies by venue. Some waters are day ticket, while others are club waters, permit waters, holiday park waters or booking-only fisheries.
What should I check before visiting a County Durham fishery?
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 for a County Durham venue?
Yes. Use the Add a Lake page if a listing needs correcting or you know a venue that should be added.