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Shropshire fishing lakes
Showing 9 fishing lakes currently listed for Shropshire.
Fishing lakes in Shropshire
Shropshire has a strong mix of countryside carp lakes, coarse fisheries, specimen waters and quiet rural venues. Popular areas include Shrewsbury, Bridgnorth, Newport, Whitchurch and Telford. Use the venue listings below to compare town, species, access type, facilities and official links before travelling.
Best forGood for carp, catfish, specimen venues, coarse fishing and rural day ticket waters.
Local areasShrewsbury, Bridgnorth, Newport, Whitchurch, Telford, Ludlow and the Shropshire Hills
Check before you goConfirm opening times, booking rules, permits, bait restrictions, parking, toilets, night fishing and payment method.
West Midlands · Shropshire · Oswestry
Blackthorn Fishery
View details for Blackthorn Fishery, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Carp
Specimen carp
Booking required
Holiday accommodation
West Midlands · Shropshire · Whitchurch
Blakemere Fishery
View details for Blakemere Fishery, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Carp
Tench
Specimen carp
Day ticket
Booking advised
West Midlands · Shropshire · Bridgnorth
Boldings Pools
View details for Boldings Pools, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Carp
Coarse
Match
Day ticket
Match fishing
West Midlands · Shropshire · Newport
Howle Pool Fisheries
View details for Howle Pool Fisheries, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Carp
Booking required
Secure access
West Midlands · Shropshire · Bomere Heath
Merrington Carp Fishery
View details for Merrington Carp Fishery, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Carp
Specimen carp
Booking required
Night fishing
Day ticket
Specimen fishing
West Midlands · Shropshire · Bridgnorth
Poole Hall Fisheries
View details for Poole Hall Fisheries, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Catfish
Carp
Coarse
Day ticket
Night fishing
Membership required
West Midlands · Shropshire · Shifnal
RH Fisheries Monument
View details for RH Fisheries Monument, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Carp
Specimen carp
Booking required
West Midlands · Shropshire · Shrewsbury
Spring Lea Fishery
View details for Spring Lea Fishery, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Carp
Coarse
Day ticket
Holiday accommodation
West Midlands · Shropshire · Oswestry
Weston Pools Fishery
View details for Weston Pools Fishery, including access notes, species, facilities and useful venue information where available.
Carp
Coarse
Match
Day ticket
Booking required
Local tackle shops near Shropshire fisheries
Need bait, line, hooks, feeders, nets, fly gear or last-minute tackle? These local or nearby options may be useful before fishing in Shropshire. Always check opening times and stock before travelling.
Angling Direct Telford area
Useful regional tackle option for Shropshire anglers.
- Area: Telford / Shropshire
Visit websiteVenue tackle options
Some fisheries sell bait or basic tackle on site, but check before travelling.
- Area: Shropshire fisheries
Visit websiteShropshire fishing lakes FAQ
Do I need a rod licence to fish in Shropshire?
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 Shropshire?
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 Shropshire 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 Shropshire venue?
Yes. Use the Add a Lake page if a listing needs correcting or you know a venue that should be added.