Cumbria fishing lakes

Showing 6 fishing lakes currently listed for Cumbria.

Fishing lakes in Cumbria

Cumbria has a mix of natural lake fishing, trout fisheries, coarse waters, pike venues and Lake District club waters. Popular areas include Windermere, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Kirkby Stephen, Kendal and Penrith. Use the venue listings below to compare town, species, access type, facilities and official links before travelling.

Best forGood for trout, pike, coarse fishing, natural lakes, club waters and scenic day ticket venues.

Local areasWindermere, Ambleside, Hawkshead, Kirkby Stephen, Kendal, Penrith, Carlisle and the Lake District

Check before you goConfirm opening times, booking rules, permits, bait restrictions, parking, toilets, night fishing and payment method.

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North West England · Cumbria · Kirkby Stephen Bessy Beck Trout Fishery View details for Bessy Beck Trout Fishery, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.

Trout Fly fishing Day ticket Booking advised Tuition available

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North West England · Cumbria · Windermere Cleabarrow Tarn View details for Cleabarrow Tarn, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.

Carp Coarse Club water Permit required Limited swims

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North West England · Cumbria · Hawkshead Esthwaite Water View details for Esthwaite Water, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.

Trout Pike Coarse Perch Roach Bream

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North West England · Cumbria · Hawkshead Esthwaite Water Trout Fishery View details for Esthwaite Water Trout Fishery, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.

Trout Pike Coarse Day ticket Boat hire Booking advised

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North West England · Cumbria · Grange-over-Sands High Newton Reservoir View details for High Newton Reservoir, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.

Trout Day ticket Permit required

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North West England · Cumbria · Kendal Ratherheath Tarn View details for Ratherheath Tarn, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.

Carp Coarse Permit required Club water

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Local tackle shops near Cumbria fisheries

Need bait, line, hooks, feeders, nets, fly gear or last-minute tackle? These local or nearby options may be useful before fishing in Cumbria. Always check opening times and stock before travelling.

Esthwaite Water facilities

Useful venue for trout, pike and coarse fishing with boat and bank options.

Area: Hawkshead / Ambleside

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Carlson’s Fishing Shop

Local Lake District tackle shop listed by the Angling Trust guide.

Area: Kendal

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Cumbria fishing lakes FAQ

Do I need a rod licence to fish in Cumbria?

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 Cumbria?

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 Cumbria 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 Cumbria venue?

Yes. Use the Add a Lake page if a listing needs correcting or you know a venue that should be added.