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Helwith Bridge Fly Fishery

Helwith Bridge Fly Fishery is located in the Yorkshire Dales close to the villages of Ingleton and Settle, just off the A65.

The lake is 30ft deep, covers 4.5 acres and is spring fed, so the water is crystal clear and is in quiet, tranquil surroundings. The fly fishery is in a stunning location with excellent views of Pen-y-ghent and the surrounding Yorkshire Dales. The lake is well stocked with triploid trout, blue trout, golden trout and rainbow trout. The fish can weigh between 2lb and 14lb . The local fly life includes: hawthorns, daddies, damsels, blue flies, red flies and sedges.

The site has parking close to the road and the lake with a fishing hut, with local flys, advice and tuition available, plus a gas fire and cooker for brewing up on alongside wc facilities.

Bewl Water

Bewl Water reservoir is the largest stretch of open water in south east England. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, in the heart of the High Weald on the Kent and Sussex border, the reservoir is host to a huge variety of wildlife and one of the region’s most popular attractions.

Its lake is stocked with over 50,000 superb quality trout. The season runs from March to November and fishing can take place on several miles of bank or from our fleet of 54 boats. Bewl water offer permits, tackle, boat hire, courses and free introductory sessions for beginners.  Tel: 01892 890352

Close seasons

The environment agency publish useful information about close seasons for each type of fish and water on their website at : Fishery Bylaws