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.
Day-ticket availability for Gunthwaite Dam isn't confirmed in our records. Contact the venue to ask about day tickets, season permits, or club membership.
Species records for Gunthwaite Dam aren't confirmed in our database yet. Open the GilledIt app to see recent catches logged by other UK anglers, or contact the fishery for current stocks.
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.
See what's biting at Gunthwaite Dam
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