Northumberland fishing lakes
Fishing lakes in Northumberland
Northumberland has reservoir fishing, trout waters, quiet coarse fishing venues and countryside fisheries, with well-known waters around Kielder, Fontburn, Whittle Dene, Morpeth and Rothbury. Use the venue listings below to compare town, species, access type, facilities and official links before travelling.
Best forGood for trout, coarse fishing, pike, reservoir fishing and scenic day ticket venues.
Local areasKielder, Rothbury, Morpeth, Hexham, Whittle Dene, Fontburn and the North Tyne valley
Check before you goConfirm opening times, permits, booking rules, bait restrictions, parking, toilets and seasonal rules.
Showing 8 fishing lakes currently listed for Northumberland.
Local tackle shops near Northumberland 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 Northumberland. Always check opening times and stock before travelling.
Bagnall and Kirkwood
Useful tackle shop for Newcastle, Northumberland and wider North East venues.
- Address: 220 Rothbury Terrace, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 5DE
Angling Direct Washington
Large regional tackle shop option for North East anglers.
- Address: Unit 3, 2 Parsons Road, Washington, NE37 1EZ
Northumberland fishing lakes FAQ
Do I need a rod licence to fish in Northumberland?
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 Northumberland?
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 Northumberland 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 Northumberland venue?
Yes. Use the Add a Lake page if a listing needs correcting or you know a venue that should be added.