The Fleets
BarnsleyS71 1LN
| Species | |
|---|---|
| Location | Barnsley, Yorkshire & The Humber |
| Postcode | S71 1LN |
| Day tickets | £6 day ticket from the bailiff |
| Facilities | Caravan · Disabled access · Parking · Pegs |
| 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.
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Fleets Dam is a well established stillwater off Smithies Lane in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, fished on a day ticket and open all year. It is best known for mixed coarse and predator sport: roach, bream and perch feature alongside common, mirror and leather carp into double figures, plus pike for lure and deadbait anglers. Day tickets cost around £6 and are bought from the bailiff on the bank; boilies, livebaiting and night fishing are not allowed, so check the current rules before you travel. Reeds line the margins and trees around much of the water give useful shelter from the wind, with parking, pegs and disabled access on site.
Details gathered from public sources. Confirm with the venue before travelling.
Day tickets and booking at The Fleets
Day tickets at The Fleets: £6 day ticket from the bailiff. Check availability and book through the official website (opens in a new tab) before travelling.
The Fleets lists on-site accommodation among its facilities. See more waters where you can stay on the bank in our guide to fishing lakes with accommodation.
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The Fleets: frequently asked questions
Yes, The Fleets is a fishing venue in Barnsley (postcode S71 1LN). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Yes, The Fleets offers day tickets. Indicative prices: £6 day ticket from the bailiff. Always confirm current ticket prices and availability with the venue before travelling.
The Fleets is stocked with Common bream, Common carp, Perch, Pike, Roach. 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 The Fleets. 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.
Plan your visit to The Fleets
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