Quick facts
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Sharpley Springs is a fly-only six-lake complex plus a kids' worm lake near Burdon, Sunderland, just off the A19. Free tea and coffee, sea views, fishing dawn till dusk.
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Sharpley Springs: frequently asked questions
Yes — Sharpley Springs is a fishing venue in Burdon, Sunderland (postcode SR7 0NW). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Day-ticket availability for Sharpley Springs isn't confirmed in our records. Contact the venue via their website to ask about day tickets, season permits, or club membership.
Sharpley Springs is stocked with Common carp, Perch, Pike, 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 Sharpley Springs. 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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