Staffordshire fishing lakes
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Fishing lakes in Staffordshire
Staffordshire has specimen carp waters, commercial match fisheries, mixed coarse pools, overnight fishing and countryside holiday venues across the north and south of the county. Use the venue listings below to compare town, species, access type, facilities and official links before travelling.
Best forSpecimen carp, match and pleasure fishing, mixed coarse pools, day tickets and pre-booked overnight sessions.
Local areasStoke-on-Trent, Whitmore, Eccleshall, Rugeley, Lichfield, Hammerwich, Penkridge and Cannock
Check before you goConfirm opening times, booking rules, permits, bait restrictions, parking, toilets, night fishing and payment method.
Staffordshire fishing guide
Choosing a fishing lake in Staffordshire
Staffordshire’s listed fisheries cover specimen carp waters, commercial match pools, mixed coarse lakes, overnight sessions and fishing alongside a countryside holiday. The venues stretch from Stoke-on-Trent, Whitmore and Eccleshall to Rugeley, Lichfield, Hammerwich and Penkridge, so compare both the fishing style and current access arrangements before choosing a water.
Specimen and overnight fishing
Baden Hall, Cudmore, Chorley Springs and Coppice Mill offer different carp or overnight options, generally with advance booking or venue-specific restrictions.
Match and pleasure fishing
Heronbrook, Coppice Lane and Chorley Springs provide established choices for match, club and pleasure anglers.
Check current access
Cudmore’s general day-fishing lakes are closed for 2026, while booking, age and session rules vary across the other venues.
Fishing around Eccleshall and Whitmore
Baden Hall Fishery combines specimen carp lakes, runs waters and match or pleasure pools, with sessions booked online and a tackle shop on site. Nearby Heronbrook Fisheries is a six-pool commercial complex focused strongly on open, club and match fishing. At Whitmore, Cudmore Fisheries lists specimen carp and catfish sessions through advance booking, but its general day-fishing lakes are closed for 2026, so check the latest availability before travelling.
Fishing near Rugeley, Lichfield and Hammerwich
Chorley Springs Fishery has five pools and advertises day, night and annual tickets across a mixture of specimen, match and pleasure fishing. Coppice Lane Pools near Hammerwich has seven pools and 145 pegs, combining mixed pleasure and match fishing with the separate Coppice Mill specimen water. Fisherwick Lakes near Lichfield lists coarse, specimen carp and trout fishing; check current lake availability and booking arrangements directly before setting out.
Fishing near Penkridge and Cannock Chase
Pillaton Hall Farm Fishing Pools has three mixed coarse pools with purpose-built access paths and fishing platforms. Its published day-ticket arrangements require advance booking and apply separately from fishing included with eligible camping stays, so read the current ticket and equipment rules before visiting.
What to check before visiting
Confirm opening dates, online or telephone booking, day-ticket availability, match closures, age limits, permitted baits and methods, fish-care equipment, parking, toilets and night-fishing rules. Most freshwater anglers will also need the appropriate Environment Agency rod fishing licence in addition to any venue ticket or booking.
Local tackle shops near Staffordshire fisheries
Need bait, line, hooks, feeders, nets, fly gear or last-minute tackle? These local or nearby options may be useful before fishing in Staffordshire. Always check opening times and stock before travelling.
Nathan's Premier Angling Centre
Independent Stoke-on-Trent tackle retailer stocking carp, coarse, match and predator equipment together with fresh bait.
- Area: Stoke-on-Trent
Angling Direct Cannock
Large Staffordshire tackle shop supplying carp, coarse, predator and fly-fishing equipment, bait and accessories.
- Area: Cannock
Staffordshire fishing lakes FAQ
Do I need a rod licence to fish in Staffordshire?
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 Staffordshire?
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 Staffordshire 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 Staffordshire venue?
Yes. Use the Add a Lake page if a listing needs correcting or you know a venue that should be added.