Lancashire fishing lakes
Fishing lakes in Lancashire
Lancashire offers a broad choice of day ticket fisheries, commercial coarse lakes, specimen carp and catfish waters, match venues and fishing with holiday or camping facilities. The current listings cover waters near Lancaster, Carnforth, Preston, Chorley, Garstang, Tarleton, Ormskirk and rural parts of the county. Use the venue listings below to compare town, species, access type, facilities and official links before travelling.
Best forDay ticket carp and coarse fishing, specimen carp and catfish waters, match fishing, accessible pegs and fisheries with camping or holiday accommodation.
Local areasLancaster, Morecambe, Carnforth, Preston, Chorley, Garstang, Tarleton, Ormskirk and the Fylde
Check before you goConfirm opening times, booking rules, permits, bait restrictions, parking, toilets, night fishing and payment method.
Choosing a fishing lake in Lancashire
Lancashire covers a wide area, so start by choosing the part of the county that best suits your journey. Borwick Lakes and Clearwater Fisheries serve the Carnforth area, Wyreside Lakes is near Lancaster, and the directory also includes clusters around Preston, Chorley, Heskin, Tarleton, Burscough and Ormskirk.
The venue mix ranges from commercial coarse and match fisheries to specimen carp and catfish waters. Anglers looking for organised matches or pleasure sessions can compare venues such as The Cunneries, Mere Lane and Wyre Parks, while Clearwater, Hillside, Hudsons Farm, Pheasants Wood and Wyreside are useful starting points for carp or catfish searches.
Some Lancashire fisheries also combine angling with camping, holiday accommodation or longer booked sessions. Access arrangements differ considerably, so use each lake page to check whether the water is day ticket, advance booking, members only, syndicate or restricted to staying guests.
Before travelling, confirm the current ticket price, opening time, lake availability, night fishing rules, fish-care equipment, bait restrictions and payment method with the venue. Match bookings, maintenance and seasonal rules can change which pegs or lakes are available.
Borwick LakesCharity Farm FisheriesClearwater FisheriesHall Lane FisheryHeskin Old Hall Farm FisheriesHigh Heyes Farm FisheryHillside FisheryHudsons Farm FisheryLakeside Coarse Fishery HeskinLathom FisheriesMere Lane FisheryMill Hill FisheryNewbridge Fishing LakesPheasants Wood FisheryThe Cunneries FisheryWyre Parks FisheryWyreside Lakes
Showing 17 fishing lakes currently listed for Lancashire.
Local tackle shops near Lancashire fisheries
Need bait, line, hooks, feeders, nets, fly gear or last-minute tackle? These local or nearby options may be useful before fishing in Lancashire. Always check opening times and stock before travelling.
Angling Direct Preston
Large tackle shop covering carp, coarse, match, predator, fly and sea fishing, with local venue information and in-store services.
- Area: 85-89 Church Street, Preston, PR1 3BS
Lostock Tackle Shop
Independent local shop supplying fishing tackle, bait and accessories for anglers around Preston, Leyland, Chorley and nearby waters.
- Area: 26 Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall, Preston, PR5 5RD
Gerry’s Fishing
Large independent Morecambe showroom stocking sea, carp, coarse and predator fishing tackle.
- Area: 52-54 Marine Road West, Morecambe, LA4 4EU
Curwen’s Angling Centre
Local tackle and bait shop offering angling advice and coaching, with Low Mill Lodge on site.
- Area: Low Mill Industrial Estate, Town Lane, Whittle-le-Woods, Chorley, PR6 7DJ
Lancashire fishing lakes FAQ
Do I need a rod licence to fish in Lancashire?
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 Lancashire?
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 Lancashire?
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 Lancashire?
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 carp and catfish fishing in Lancashire?
Several current listings include carp or catfish, including Clearwater Fisheries, Hillside Fishery, Hudsons Farm Fishery, Pheasants Wood Fishery and Wyreside Lakes. Stocks, access and booking rules vary, so check the individual venue page and the latest fishery information before travelling.
Are there match fishing venues in Lancashire?
Yes. The directory includes commercial and mixed coarse venues used for pleasure sessions, club bookings or matches, including The Cunneries Fishery, Mere Lane Fishery and Wyre Parks Fishery. Check match calendars because bookings can limit general access.
Which Lancashire fishing lakes have accommodation or camping?
Wyreside Lakes combines a fishery with camping, while Borwick Lakes is associated with holiday facilities. Other access arrangements can change, so confirm whether fishing is open to day visitors, staying guests or advance bookings before setting off.
Are there accessible fishing lakes in Lancashire?
Some venues advertise accessible pegs or close parking, including Mere Lane Fishery and Wyre Parks Fishery. Contact the fishery before travelling to confirm the route to the peg, ground conditions, toilet access and whether a suitable swim can be reserved.