From vast reservoirs to well-stocked day-ticket venues, here are some of the top lake fishing spots in the UK—ideal for coarse, specimen or match anglers. Each location includes booking details or links for planning your next visit.
A premier day-ticket carp fishery made up of five lakes: Bluebell, Mallard, Sandmartin, Swan and Kingfisher. With carp regularly hitting 50 lb+ and a well-equipped tackle shop, it’s a flagship destination for serious anglers.
Day tickets from around £10–£25 depending on the lake and duration.
Book online via Bluebell Lakes website
Home to 12 specimen carp lakes and multiple match/coarse waters. Known for its elite water quality and regular 40–50 lb carp catches. Booking is via Go Catch app for certain lakes.
Ideal for both experienced and beginner anglers.
Ticketing info on Linear Fisheries
A long-established day ticket venue with a 25-acre main lake holding over 1,100 carp, including multiple 45 lb+ specimens. Smaller paddocks offer social and match fishing environments.
On-site tackle shop, toilets and cafe.
Book via Farlows Lake site
Two exclusive lakes (Mere Lake and Browns Lake) available via Go Catch app booking. Ideal for small groups wanting privacy—Mere Lake holds carp up to mid-30s.
Ticket prices: approx £12.50 (12 hrs), £25 (24 hrs).
Book via skylarklakes.co.uk
Two large carp lakes with numerous specimen-sized fish. Back Lake (~16 acres) and Front Lake (~18 acres) stocked with 600+ carp, including over 20s and 30s.
Advanced booking essential. 24‑hour sessions from ~£20.
Call venue to book: Richmond Lakes
Part of a multi-lake complex. The specimen lakes (e.g. Meadow Lake) hold carp up to 40 lb+, plus catfish and bream on other lakes.
Day tickets from about £15, 24‑hour tickets ~£25.
Book online via Water Meadows Fishery
Five lakes across Billingford Country Park catering to coarse and specimen anglers. Expect carp up to 35 lb, roach, tench, perch, and pike to 30 lb.
No pre-booking necessary. Day tickets typically £5–£10 via on-site bailiff.
More info and bookings: Billingford Lakes
A renowned match and specimen venue. Famous for record fish including wels catfish (up to 43 lb), carp up to 35 lb, tench and perch.
Day tickets available via Canal & River Trust; check their official website.