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Gunthwaite Dam: frequently asked questions
Gunthwaite Dam is a members-only or customer-only venue in Penistone, Barnsley. 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 an Environment Agency rod licence, even on private waters like Gunthwaite Dam. 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.
Plan your visit to Gunthwaite Dam
Check the rules, grab a ticket, and go fishing. Confirm prices and opening times with the venue before travelling.
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