10 Places to Fish
In order to help you plan your holiday here are some of our favourites...
River Derwent
There are opportunities to fish the river Derwent for grayling, trout, chub and barbel, as well as pike. Locations include Whatstandwell, Matlock Bath and Belper. Day Tickets are available from several outlets. Try the Derwent Hotel on 01773 85616
Ladybower Reservoir
Open from early March to late October, wild brown trout in two small lakes, river fishing also available. Bank and boat fishing is allowed. Disabled anglers are most welcome. Tel: 01433 851254
Carsington Water
Open from March to October. Carsington Water is a stunning trout fishery situated in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside. Fish are stocked weekly throughout the season. Tel: 01629 540478
Press Manor Fisheries, Wingerworth near Darwin Forest
Three stream fed Victorian reservoirs covering over 12 acres, in beautiful surroundings set on the edge of the Peak District National Park. The venue has Trout ,Carp and Coarse lakes, within easy reach of Darwin Forest. This water is suitable for families and disabled anglers. Tel: 07976 306073 or 01629 760996
Yeaveley Estate, just south of Ashbourne
The one and a half acre lake has been described as perhaps the finest small dry-fly lake in Derbyshire. In summer the lake abounds with natural fly life and the evening rises are often spectacular. The number of rods is strictly limited to six and therefore booking is essential. To book phone: 01335 330247.
Ilam Carp Pond, near Ashbourne
Another fishery close to Sandybrook Country Park, Ilam Carp Pond provides excellent carp fishing. Limited day tickets can be purchased by phoning 01335 350500.
Ashbourne Fish Pond
Convenient for guest at Sandybrook Country Park, day tickets are available from 01335 300159.
Tittesworth Reservoir, near Leek
Hidden away in a valley below The Roaches, this secluded reservoir provides bank and boat fishing for rainbow trout. Convenient for guests staying at Sandybrook Country park. Season February to end of September. Tel: 01538 300389
River Wye
Famous for its brown, rainbow trout and grayling, fly fishing is permitted on day tickets available from the Peacock at Rowsley (01629 733518) or Monsal Dale on 01269 640159.
Alton Manor Farm, Wirksworth near Matlock
3 lakes open year round. Barbless hooks after limit for catch and release. Day tickets avaialble. Tel 01629 822318.
