Barford Lakes
Norwich, NorfolkNR9 4BJ
| Species | |
|---|---|
| Water type | Lake |
| Location | Norwich, Norfolk, East of England |
| Postcode | NR9 4BJ |
| Day tickets | £2.50 beginners… |
| Facilities | Bailiff · Bait on site · Café · Day ticket · Disabled access · Food · Match lake · Match fishing · Parking · Pegs · Specimen fishing · Tackle shop · Toilets · Wheelchair |
| 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.
About Barford Lakes
Match and day-ticket coarse fishing lakes on the outskirts of Norwich, Norfolk, with a 30-peg match water, specimen swims, cafe, tackle shop and disabled access.
Details gathered from public sources. Confirm with the venue before travelling.
Day tickets and booking at Barford Lakes
Day tickets at Barford Lakes: £2.50 beginners…. Check availability and book through the official website (opens in a new tab) before travelling.
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Barford Lakes: frequently asked questions
Yes, Barford Lakes is a fishing venue in Norwich, Norfolk (postcode NR9 4BJ). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Yes, Barford Lakes offers day tickets. Indicative prices: £2.50 beginners…. Always confirm current ticket prices and availability with the venue before travelling.
Barford Lakes is stocked with Common bream, Common carp, Chub, Crucian carp, Perch, Pike, Roach, Rudd, Tench. 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 Barford Lakes. 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 Barford Lakes
Check the rules, grab a ticket, and go fishing. Confirm prices and opening times with the venue before travelling.
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