New Specimen Lake
Catsfield, East SussexTN33 0SU
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Location | Catsfield, East Sussex, South East England |
| Postcode | TN33 0SU |
| Rod licence | Environment Agency rod licence required, £36.80/year for 2 rods in 2026, buy at gov.uk |
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New Specimen Lake: frequently asked questions
Yes, New Specimen Lake is a fishing venue in Catsfield, East Sussex (postcode TN33 0SU). 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 New Specimen Lake. 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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