Coniston Water
Westmorland and FurnessLA21 8AD
| Location | Westmorland and Furness, North West England |
|---|---|
| Postcode | LA21 8AD |
| Rod licence | Environment Agency rod licence required, £36.80/year for 2 rods in 2026, buy at gov.uk |
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Coniston Water is a lake in North West England. Confirm access, permits and any club rules before fishing. Track catches and weather for this water in the GilledIt app.
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pike; perch; brown trout; Arctic char; roach; eel
Coniston Water: frequently asked questions
Yes, Coniston Water is a fishing venue in Westmorland and Furness (postcode LA21 8AD). Contact the fishery directly to confirm rules and bookings.
On rivers in England and Wales the coarse-fishing close season runs from 15 March to 15 June inclusive. Most stillwaters and canals, including commercial fisheries, stay open all year, though individual venues set their own rules, so check before travelling.
Yes, anyone aged 13 or over fishing for freshwater fish in England or Wales needs a rod licence, even on private waters like Coniston Water. 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.
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