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Sawmill Reservoir is a named reservoir in South West England, listed in the GilledIt directory. UK reservoirs are often managed for trout or coarse fishing through a water company or club — check for day tickets and access before travelling. Open GilledIt to log catches and check conditions here.
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Sawmill Reservoir: frequently asked questions
Yes — Sawmill Reservoir is a fishing venue in South West England. 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 an Environment Agency rod licence, even on private waters like Sawmill Reservoir. 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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