Chew Valley Lake
Bath and North East SomersetBS40 6HW
| Species | |
|---|---|
| Water type | Lake |
| Location | Bath and North East Somerset, South West England |
| Postcode | BS40 6HW |
| Day tickets | Trout day permits £30-£36 bank, £62 boat; pike bank sessions £79 (2026) |
| Facilities | Day ticket · Boat hire · Tackle shop |
| Rod licence | Environment Agency rod licence required, £36.80/year for 2 rods in 2026, buy at gov.uk |
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Chew Valley Lake is Bristol Water's flagship trout fishery south of Bristol, opened in 1956 and famous for the size of its fish: lake records stand at 22lb 7oz for brown trout and 14lb 9oz for rainbows. The season runs from mid March to 30 November, fly fishing only, with 2026 day permits at £30 to £36 from the bank and £62 by boat from Woodford Lodge, whose tackle shop stocks more than 400 fly patterns. Chew is also one of Britain's most celebrated big-pike waters: dedicated pike sessions run in limited late-winter and autumn windows at £79 from the bank or £200 per two-angler boat, and places sell out quickly. The lake is a Site of Special Scientific Interest supporting more than 270 bird species; confirm dates and prices with Bristol Water Fisheries before travelling.
Details gathered from public sources. Confirm with the venue before travelling.
Trout fishing
Chew's 2026 trout permits run £36 for a full eight-fish day (£30 half day, and £30 for the two-fish sporting/catch-and-release ticket) from the bank, with full-day boats at £62. The fly-only season runs from mid March to 30 November, and the lake's shallow, rich water, average depth just 14ft, maximum 37ft, grows trout whose size and condition made its reputation. Permits and boats book through the Lakeside Team at Woodford Lodge on 01275 332339.
Pike fishing
Chew's pike windows are short and heavily oversubscribed. In 2026, dedicated pike sessions run in February and again from early October to late November at £79 per angler from the bank, with two-angler boats at £200; pike fly fishing is also permitted in season. Tickets are released in advance through Bristol Water Fisheries and sell out, so book early rather than travelling on spec.
Day tickets and booking at Chew Valley Lake
Day tickets at Chew Valley Lake: Trout day permits £30-£36 bank, £62 boat; pike bank sessions £79 (2026). Check availability and book through the official website (opens in a new tab) before travelling.
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Chew Valley Lake: frequently asked questions
Yes, Chew Valley Lake is a fishing venue in Bath and North East Somerset (postcode BS40 6HW). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Yes, Chew Valley Lake offers day tickets. Indicative prices: Trout day permits £30-£36 bank, £62 boat; pike bank sessions £79 (2026). Always confirm current ticket prices and availability with the venue before travelling.
Chew Valley Lake is stocked with Rainbow trout, Brown trout, Pike. Stocks vary by lake and season, so check with the fishery for the latest catch reports.
Yes, anyone aged 13 or over fishing for freshwater fish in England or Wales needs a rod licence, even on private waters like Chew Valley 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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