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About Berners Hall Fishery
Berners Hall Fishery at Fyfield near Ongar in Essex is a serious carp and catfish venue built around three waters: a 24 acre reservoir known as The Res plus two newer purpose built carp lakes, marketed as holding more than 850 carp. Over thirty fish top 30lb, headed by a mirror known as Rambo at around 44lb, and the catfish run to roughly 70lb. Listed session prices start at £35 for 24 hours with three rods, with advance booking required, and an on site Total Fishing Tackle shop covers forgotten essentials.
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The waters
The Res is the historic heart of the fishery, a 24 acre reservoir with the space and depth that big carp and catfish need, joined by two newer purpose built lakes. Across the three waters the fishery markets a stock of more than 850 carp, so this is a numbers venue as well as a specimen one. The coordinates shown are approximate to Fyfield village.
The stock
More than thirty carp over 30lb swim here, with the best known fish, Rambo, reported around 44lb and reservoir rumours running higher. The catfish are a genuine target in their own right, averaging around 40lb with fish to roughly 70lb, a legacy of stocking that began in 2006. Treat the very top end figures as reputation rather than gospel and enjoy chasing the proof.
Tickets and booking
Third party listings show 24 hour tickets from £35 with three rods, a midweek special at £30 and longer sessions at £70 for 48 hours and £105 for 72. Advance booking is required, arranged on 01245 231746 or through the fishery's booking channels; confirm current prices directly with the fishery as these are listed rates.
Facilities
On site you get toilets, three car parks placed for the different waters, and a Total Fishing Tackle shop at the fishery, which is a rare luxury when a hooklink runs out mid session. Night fishing is standard across the session tickets.
Nearby venues
Other fishing spots within 25km
Berners Hall Fishery: frequently asked questions
Yes — Berners Hall Fishery is a fishing venue in Fyfield, Essex. Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Indicative prices from the venue: Listed 24hr from £35 (3 rods), confirm with the fishery. Always confirm current prices and availability with the venue before travelling.
Berners Hall Fishery is stocked with Common carp, Wels catfish. Stocks vary by lake and season — check with the fishery for the latest catch reports.
Yes — anyone aged 13 or over fishing for freshwater fish in England or Wales needs an Environment Agency rod licence, even on private waters like Berners Hall Fishery. 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.
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