Carsington Water
DerbyshireDE6 3LA
| Species | |
|---|---|
| Location | Derbyshire, East Midlands |
| Postcode | DE6 3LA |
| Day tickets | Available, confirm prices with the fishery |
| Facilities | Day ticket · Boat hire |
| Rod licence | Environment Agency rod licence required, £36.80/year for 2 rods in 2026, buy at gov.uk |
Data: GilledIt venue directory, July 2026. Confirm details with the fishery before travelling.
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Carsington Water is Severn Trent's big Peak District-edge reservoir between Wirksworth and Ashbourne in Derbyshire, the ninth largest in England and 31 metres deep when full. The trout fishery runs from a mid-March opening through to late autumn, with stocked rainbows around the 2lb mark (browns are present too) fished from bank and boat; day permits combine a fish limit with catch and release, and recent published rates have been around £35 for a four-fish day. Boats book out fast for the opening weekends, and evening sessions run by advance booking through summer. Permits and boats book through the fishery at the visitor centre; confirm current prices and hours before travelling.
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Carsington Water: frequently asked questions
Yes, Carsington Water is a fishing venue in Derbyshire (postcode DE6 3LA). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Yes, Carsington Water offers day tickets. Always confirm current ticket prices and availability with the venue before travelling.
Carsington Water is stocked with Rainbow trout, Brown trout. Stocks vary by lake and season, so check with the fishery for the latest catch reports.
Yes, anyone aged 13 or over fishing for freshwater fish in England or Wales needs a rod licence, even on private waters like Carsington Water. The licence is issued by the Environment Agency. A 12-month 2-rod licence is £36.80 in 2026, and juniors aged 13–16 fish free but must register. Read our full guide at /blog/fishing-licence-uk-guide.
Directory data checked July 2026: locations re-checked for 2,704 venues, 236 official websites verified and 25 dead links removed.
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