Goodwin's Pool
Somerford, Cheshire EastCW12 4ZL
| Water type | Pool |
|---|---|
| Location | Somerford, Cheshire East, North West England |
| Postcode | CW12 4ZL |
| Access | Private / members |
| Rod licence | Environment Agency rod licence required, £36.80/year for 2 rods in 2026, buy at gov.uk |
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Goodwin's Pool: frequently asked questions
Goodwin's Pool is a members-only or customer-only venue in Somerford, Cheshire East. Contact the fishery to confirm access before you travel.
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 Goodwin's Pool. 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.
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