Pitsford Water
West NorthamptonshireNN6 9BN
| Species | |
|---|---|
| Location | West Northamptonshire, East Midlands |
| Postcode | NN6 9BN |
| Day tickets | Trout day permits £28-£40, day boats £32 (2026) |
| Facilities | Day ticket · Boat hire · Tackle shop · Tuition |
| 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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Pitsford Water is Anglian Water's trout reservoir just north of Northampton, with around eight miles of accessible shoreline whose bays, points and creeks give some of the best bank fly fishing in the Midlands. Rainbow and brown trout are fished from bank and boat, with the 2026 season opening 28 February and running to 31 January 2027; day permits are £28 for the catch-and-release sporting ticket up to £40 for eight fish, and day boats £32. Pitsford is also on Anglian Water's predator circuit, with pike sessions bookable in season. The fishing lodge (01604 781350) handles permits, boats, tackle and tuition; confirm prices before travelling.
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Day tickets and booking at Pitsford Water
Day tickets at Pitsford Water: Trout day permits £28-£40, day boats £32 (2026). Check availability and book through the official website (opens in a new tab) before travelling.
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Pitsford Water: frequently asked questions
Yes, Pitsford Water is a fishing venue in West Northamptonshire (postcode NN6 9BN). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Yes, Pitsford Water offers day tickets. Indicative prices: Trout day permits £28-£40, day boats £32 (2026). Always confirm current ticket prices and availability with the venue before travelling.
Pitsford Water is stocked with Rainbow trout, Brown trout, Pike. 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 Pitsford 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.
Plan your visit to Pitsford Water
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