Tyne and Wear fishing lakes
Showing 7 fishing lakes currently listed for Tyne and Wear.
Fishing lakes in Tyne and Wear
Tyne and Wear is more urban than many fishing areas, but still has coarse fishing clubs, park waters, reservoirs nearby and access to good North East tackle shops. Popular areas include Newcastle, Gateshead, Washington, Sunderland and North Tyneside. Use the venue listings below to compare town, species, access type, facilities and official links before travelling.
Best forGood for club waters, coarse fishing, urban lake fishing and nearby reservoir venues.
Local areasNewcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, Washington, South Shields, North Tyneside and the lower Tyne valley
Check before you goConfirm opening times, permits, booking rules, bait restrictions, parking, toilets and seasonal rules.
Local tackle shops near Tyne and Wear 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 Tyne and Wear. Always check opening times and stock before travelling.
Bagnall and Kirkwood
Newcastle tackle shop covering coarse, fly, sea and boat fishing supplies.
- Address: 220 Rothbury Terrace, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 5DE
Angling Direct Washington
Large tackle shop for Washington, Sunderland, Durham and Newcastle anglers.
- Address: Unit 3, 2 Parsons Road, Washington, NE37 1EZ
Tyne and Wear fishing lakes FAQ
Do I need a rod licence to fish in Tyne and Wear?
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 Tyne and Wear?
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 Tyne and Wear 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 Tyne and Wear venue?
Yes. Use the Add a Lake page if a listing needs correcting or you know a venue that should be added.