Bowes Lake
Sunderland, unparished area, SunderlandDH3 1RB54.9073, -1.5632
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About Bowes Lake
Coarse lake in Sunderland holding carp, barbel, bream, tench, chub and trout, with match lake, pegs, coaching, bait and disabled access.
Snippet auto-extracted from public sources; verify with the venue before travelling.
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Bowes Lake: frequently asked questions
Yes — Bowes Lake is a fishing venue in Sunderland, unparished area, Sunderland (postcode DH3 1RB). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Day-ticket availability for Bowes Lake isn't confirmed in our records. Contact the venue via their website to ask about day tickets, season permits, or club membership.
Bowes Lake is stocked with Barbel, Common bream, Common carp, Chub, Crucian carp, Ide / golden orfe, Perch, Roach, Rudd, Tench, Rainbow trout. 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 Bowes Lake. 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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