Owl Barn Fisheries
South Kirkby and Moorthorpe, WakefieldWF9 3JP
| Status | Recorded as permanently closed, see nearby open waters below |
|---|---|
| Location | South Kirkby and Moorthorpe, Wakefield, Yorkshire & The Humber |
| Postcode | WF9 3JP |
| Rod licence | Environment Agency rod licence required, £36.80/year for 2 rods in 2026, buy at gov.uk |
Data: GilledIt venue directory, July 2026. Confirm details with the fishery before travelling.
This venue is recorded as permanently closed.
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Owl Barn Fisheries: frequently asked questions
No. Owl Barn Fisheries is recorded as permanently closed or disused, so it is not open for fishing. See the nearby venues on this page for open waters in the area.
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 Owl Barn Fisheries. 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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