Quick facts
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Bates Wood Pool is a named lake in North West England, listed in the GilledIt directory. Confirm access, permits and any club rules before fishing. See it on the map and log your session in GilledIt.
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Bates Wood Pool: frequently asked questions
Yes — Bates Wood Pool is a fishing venue in North West England. Contact the fishery directly to confirm rules and bookings.
Day-ticket availability for Bates Wood Pool isn't confirmed in our records. Contact the venue to ask about day tickets, season permits, or club membership.
Species records for Bates Wood Pool aren't confirmed in our database yet. Open the GilledIt app to see recent catches logged by other UK anglers, or contact the fishery for current stocks.
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 Bates Wood Pool. 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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