Fishing Lakes In Kent

Barden Lake

This large mixed fishery of around 25 acres is a great specimen water. The head of large Carp is phenomenal with 15 different forties, 4 fifties and approximately 70 thirties present. 

There are specimen Tench and Bream into double figures and large Roach & Rudd exceeding 2lb. This water is also fantastic for Pike with fish caught to over 30lb and a good head of twenty pounders present.

Bewl Water

Expanding 800 acres, Bewl Water is a monster of a fishery. Located in Lamberhurst, this fishery boasts some fantastic scenery. Bewl is predominantly a trout fishery popular with fly fishermen and pike anglers alike with pike reaching over 30lb+. 

Fly fishing can be practiced either from the shoreline or one of the many motorised boats. Disabled access has been well thought out at Bewl as there are some boats designed for wheel chair users.

You can fish for the Pike via lures and plugs but this is only permitted from boats.

Bough Beech Reservoir

Bough Beech reservoir is a large body of water expanding overs 285 acres set within the picturesque Kent countryside. The reservoir provides excellent coarse, carp and pike fishing with the Carp pushing 50lb and Pike up to 30lb in weight.

The Carp fishing season at Bough Beech runs from 1st April consecutively and comprises of fifty syndicate members.

Brooklands Lakes

Brooklands is a 28 acre, old sand and gravel pit which is ringed by trees and reeds with an average depth of 14 foot.  This lake has 28 swims, all of which give each angler plenty of space and features to fish.

There are numerous carp in excess of 40lb (the lake record currently stands at 48lb) as well as pike to 38lb, tench to 14lb, bream to 14lb, eels to 8lb+, perch to 4lb, rudd and roach. 

Burnt Wood Lake

Burrows Lane Fishing Club

Burrows lane fishing club is a complex of 4 waters, located in the heart of the hoo peninsula. The club is situated between farmland and the Medway marshes, consisting of four lakes at Middle Stoke.

All the lakes have a large population of Rudd and a good head of Carp averaging from 10lbs-15lbs , appealing to the pleasure angler, with a few 20s to add to the excitement. Eels are the only predatory fish at present.

Cackle Hill Lakes

Cackle Hill Fishery has 3 lakes on the complex named specimen lake 1, specimen lake 2 and the mixed lake. On top of the great fishing available at Cackle Hill Lakes, the complex also offers 4 holiday lodges sleeping up to 6 people each.

The fishery offers day & night tickets and boasts many facilities including a cafe, a tackle shop and shower facilities all of which makes Cackle Hill well known for some of the best fishing lakes in Kent.

The lakes vary in depth from 6 - 11 foot and the complex contains Common Carp to 40lb, Mirror Carp to 43lb+, Grass Carp to 35lb+, Ghost Carp to 36lb+, Catfish to 90lb+ and Perch to 6lb+.

Canterbury & District Angling Association (CDAA)

Canterbury & District Angling Club was established in 1951 and now has over 700 members within the club. The Club offers a wide variety of fishing from its 9 waters including seven fishing lakes in Kent. Whether it's specimen hunting, match, course, pleasure, pike or fly fishing, this club can offer it all.

The Club also have a match section where matches are held most Sundays and is open to all members.

The venues associated with CDAA are as follows:

Bramble Lake

Pump Lake

Birch Lake

Fordwich Lake

Stour & Trenley Lakes

Trout Pool

Minster

Stonar

River Stour

Capstone Farm Country Park

The lake at Capstone Farm Country Park is a 4 acre water now run by the local council. The 20 swims on this venue all have platforms and circle a central island. The lake also offers a cafe and toilet on site during the park opening hours.

Species present include Carp to 25+lbs, Tench, Bream, Rudd, Roach, Perch, and Eels.

Charlies Lakes

Situated at the end of a quiet country lane, not far from Ashford, you'll find Charlies Lakes. In a tranquil setting there is a choice of 2 lakes with fish to make any angler happy.

There are some cracking fish present with Carp in their 20's and 30's, Tench to 10lb+, Bream over 7lb  and Catfish reaching up to 74lb.

Chart Fishery

Chart fishery is a family owned fishing venue in heart of the Kent countryside.

It consists of two lakes, a specimen lake and a coarse lake. Both lakes are fishable on a day ticket basis and both are well known fishing lakes in Kent.

The course lake is very highly stocked with carp to mid 20s, it also contains roach & rudd to 2lb, crucian carp to 3lb, tench to 4lb, chub to 6lb and a couple of surprises! The specimen lake holds somewhere between 30 – 40 carp up to 37lb and again, a couple of surprises.

Chequertree Fishing Lakes 

Chequertree Fishery offers both trout and coarse fishing, a lakeside clubhouse to sit and enjoy a relaxing drink or light meal, spacious fishing lodges with well equipped rooms and amenities for caravanners/campers alike.

Species present include Carp up to 32lbs, Tench up to 8lbs, Bream up to 8lbs, Chub to 6lbs, Perch to 5lbs, Roach up to 3lb and Rudd up to 2lb.

Chiddingstone Castle Lake

Chiddingstone Castle’s lake covers approximately 3.5 acres and is naturally stocked with original Wild Carp up to 10lb, Bream, roach, rudd and Perch. Fishing on Chiddingstone Castle’s lake is permitted all year round.

A great venue for a days fishing in a classic, very picturesque, estate lake. 

Chilham Mill Estate

The Chilham Mill Estate fishery is a stunningly beautiful twenty six acre spring fed lake with depths to eight feet. There is a wealth of features, every one of the thirty two swims has features in front of it. There is car access to all of the swims. 

The stock levels are in access of four hundred carp with eight known forties. There are more than 70 carp over the thirty pound mark and Pike to 35lb.

The estate also owns 1250m of the River Stour and tributaries to offer for two rods. The river has a large number of wild browns , and is stocked regularly with brown trout. There are also wintered fish in the river that weigh up to 5lb. At certain times of the year Sea Trout are present the biggest caught to date is 9lb.

Claygate Fishing Lakes

Claygate Fishing Lakes is 10 acres in size across 3 lakes set within the picturesque countryside of Kent.

The lakes hold a good mix of fish species with carp present to 39lb+, bream to over 11lb, and tench to over 9lb. Night fishing is permitted and there is a small cafe on site. Wheelchair accessible swims are also present at this fishery.

Combe Back Fisheries

Combe Bank lies on the North-West side of the village of Sundridge which itself is on the edge of the market town Sevenoaks. The river Darenth flows from the West adjacent to the edge of the lake.

The are two lakes at Combe Back known as the Combe Bank Lake and Old School Pond. Combe Bank Lake is 7 acres in size and divided almost in two by a spit. Depths vary on Combe Bank from two to five feet and fish present include a good level of carp to 36lb as well as Tench, Bream, Roach and Perch.

The Old School Pond is a small 1 acre pond that has recently been rejuvenated. The work in 2017 created a vibrant little lake stocked with Tench, Bream, Silver Fish and mainly small Carp. However, there are a few larger specimens present up to 21lb. This pond provides the perfect introduction for anyone, young and old that wish to get into the sport.

Coombewood Fishery

Located on the outskirts of the village of High Halden, Coombewood is a mixed coarse fishery, set in private ancient woodland in the heart of the Kent countryside.

Species present include Catfish to 35lb+, Carp to 28lb 7oz, Grass Carp to 25lb, Perch to 3lb, plus silvers.

Cottington Lakes

Cottington Lakes has established itself as one of the region’s leading day-ticket waters with some of the best known fishing lakes in Kent. The venue is also quite popular as a UK carp fishing holiday venue due to the ability to book long sessions on the specimen lakes. 

The eight lakes offer a variety of angling to suit everyone from novices to experienced specimen carp enthusiasts.

The fishery is set in 45 acres of delightful wooded Kentish countryside, which compliments the lakes and provides habit for a wide diversity of flora and fauna. On site you can find a well stocked tackle shop, a café and bar. There are also modern and clean toilet and shower facilities for visitors.

The record at Cottington currently sits at 53lb making it a popular Carp venue, however the five mixed course lakes throw up some real gems also with Perch to just over 4lb, Big Roach, Rudd, Crucians, Tench and Bream as well as a good few Pike to well over 20lb.

Cranbrook & District Angling Club

Cranbrook & District Angling Club, a friendly fishing club, situated in the heart of the Weald of Kent. The club offers excellent fishing across a number of waters and fishing lakes in Kent and Sussex for all types of fishing whether it is carp fishing, match fishing, specimen angling or simply pleasure angling on a wide variety of fishing lakes and rivers.

Formed in 1951, the Club has grown over the years into what it is today, a proud Fishmark Accredited angling club with 800+ members and a fantastic choice of fishing lakes and rivers in Kent and Sussex.

There are 13 waters affiliated to the CDAC and these are as follows:

Saw Lodge Farm Lakes

Windsurf Pit

Darwell Reservoir

River Medway

New and Old Dowells River

Rosemary Lakes

Burnt Wood

Pattenden Lane

Park Farm

Runham Lake

Brookland

Weirwood Reservoir

White Kemp Sewer

Danson Park Lake

Set in the picturesque setting of Danson Park, this general coarse fishing lake includes the usual silver species such as   Roach, Tench, Bream & Chub as well as Carp to double figures. Fishing is permitted via a number of platforms along the South Bank of the Lake only.

These platforms are suitable for disabled users and provides full access to the water's edge.

Darenth Fishing Complex

The Darenth Fishing Complex is a very picturesque Fishery which holds Carp up to 35lb and Catfish up to 100lb as well as Roach, Bream, Tench, Rudd, Perch & Large Pike.

The 10 mature lakes are some of the most popular fishing lakes in Kent that cater for all types of fishing from the novice to the specimen hunter. Facilities include a clubhouse with hot and cold food, a tackle and bait shop and toilets.

D.D.A.P.S

The D.D.A.P.S (known as the Dartford and District Angling & Preservation Society) is a private society that provides angling for all species of freshwater fish in its lakes and stretches of river. The society does however cater for a day ticket on one of its waters (Brooklands)

The lakes available to fish within the society are as follows:

• Horton Kirby
• Sutton at Hone
• Brooklands (available on day ticket)
• River Beult & Tiese
• River Medway at Tonbridge
• River Beult at New Barn Farm
• Bennett's Lake
• Presidents Lake
• Devon Road Lake

Species present with the DDAPS waters include Carp up to 45lb, Bream to double figures, Tench, Pike to over 20lb, Roach / Rudd, Crucian Carp, Perch, Chub, Dace and Eels. 

Edenbridge Angling Society

Edenbridge Angling Society has been established for over 60 years, maybe longer, exact records are hard to come by. The club owns two still waters, two stretches of river and have access to eight other waters, including two reservoirs.

Edenbridge is a small, friendly, long-established club which caters for most types and styles of coarse fishing (pleasure and specimen). Our waters and fishing lakes in Kent, are easily accessible, and well-stocked with most species of coarse fish, including many of specimen size. We offer excellent fishing in safe, secluded surroundings for Carp, Tench, Bream, Pike, Perch, Roach, Crucian Carp and Barbel. We positively encourage junior and lady members, serious pleasure anglers of all ages and last not least those who look to provide quiet, satisfying recreation.

Fishing venues part of Edenbridge Angling Society are as follows:

Chittenden

Nursery Fields

Bodium

Broxham Pond

4 stretches of the River Eden

River Rother Wittersham

River Medway Hop Farm

Weir Wood Reservoir

Elphicks Lakes

Elphicks lakes consists of 7 lakes available for day ticket and session fishing. Each lake has its own parking within easy reach of the swims and all swims are 'all weather' - either built of Astroturf, stone or bark.

Predominantly Elphicks is a specimen Carp fishing water with fish present up to 50lb+. Couple these specimens with the excellent facilities on offer, Elphicks is a great and rewarding place to fish and offers some of the finest fishing lakes in Kent.

Eridge Stream

A beautiful and enchanting stream located on the kent / East Sussex border, ideal for anglers that enjoy fishing for both trout and chub. Crowborough Angling Club owns an approximate 1 mile stretch of this stream. Ideal for those who enjoy chasing Trout and Chub.

This water is subject to the traditional close season restrictions.

Eureka Fisheries

Eureka Fisheries is a small lake and a pond in Nicholas Road, Ashford.

Species include Carp 30lb, Tench 8lb, Rudd+Roach 2lb 8oz+, Perch 3lb+, Bream 4lb+, Chubb 4lb+ and the occasional Grass Carp.

Evegate Fishing Lake

Evegate is a small fishing lake situated in Ashford Kent. It has 12 swims on a first come first serve basis and is very reasonably priced for a decent days fishing.

There is a variety of species present in Evegate with the largest fish being a 26lb mirror carp. This venue is a fantastic for beginners learning the sport.

Fordwich Lake

Fordwich Lake is a 33 acre mature water set in the beautiful countryside of Kent.  Primarily the water has been stocked with Common & Mirror Carp up to 40lbs. As an additional bonus there is a large head of tench in the 6 to 10lb class along with the occasional bream from 5 to 10lb.

Specimen pike are taken in their season, mainly from the far end of the lake known as The Deeps. Pike in excess of 20lb are not uncommon.

Frant Lakes

Frant is an eight lake fishing complex set in 150 acres of parkland on the Kent/Sussex border featuring mature English Carp to 35lb+, Perch to 4lb+ as well as Bream, Roach, Tench, Ghosties, Orfe, Chub, and Dace.

Frant has everything an angler might want for a great day’s fishing. There is an on site lodge building featuring a cafe with an outside patio area which will deliver to your swim! There is also a tackle shop that stocks everything you’ll need from bait to a brolly. An additional nice touch is a shower suite available for overnight anglers which completes some top notch facilities available at Frant.

Gabriels Fishery

At Gabriel’s Fishery, there are five large beautiful lakes together with a mile and a quarter of river fishing along the banks of the Eden. The lakes are set in a partial woodland giving contrast light and shade over the water. The water lillies and marginal plants put on an attractive display not only for the angler to appreciate but to provide the ideal ecology for fish to flourish in.

Carp to 44lb, Grass Carp, Crucians, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Bream, Chub, Perch, Gudgeon and Dace all reside within the Gabriels fishery complex.

Gedges Lake

Gedges lake is a private fishery forming part of the Paddock Wood Angling and conservations society. Carp to 30lb+ as well as Barbel, Crucians, Chub, Bream, Eels, Perch, Roach, Rudd and Tench are all present at this venue.

Greenacres Farm Fishery

Greenacres Farm Fishery consists of five lakes stocked with coarse fish including Carp, Tench, Roach, Perch, Bream and many more. The water is suitable for disabled anglers and there is an onsite tackle shop.

Carp to 29lb 7oz , Catfish to 37 lb , Pike to 16lb , Tench to 5+lb , Rudd to 2lb , Bream to 6lb and Perch to 2lb.

Hartley Lands Fishery

Hartley Lands is a day ticket fishery in Cranbrook, Kent featuring 6 lakes and 1 pond. All of the lakes are different so the venue caters to most anglers, whether you want big perch, to bag up on carp, to get the bite alarms screaming with lots of doubles or simply sit out for a large carp, Harley Lands has it all.

Carp up to 38lb+, Ghost Carp to 15lb+, Tench to 10lb+, some good Roach to 2lb+, and some large Perch to 5lb all feature in this fishery.

Hawkhurst Fish Farm

Hawkhurst fishery contains a match lake, three beginners junior ponds, and three lakes with large specimen fish. The waters between them hold mirror carp to 54lb, common carp to 51lb, grass carp to 22lb, catfish to 88lb, tench to 9lb, small roach, rudd and perch, and the odd eel to 6lb.  

The diverse mix of beginner friendly fishing and specimen hunting make this fishing complex a very popular one. Apart from the Specimen Lake, the water is closed from mid December to mid Febuary.  The complex is based around a large cafe that overlooks the Main Lake.

Horsham Lake

A family run 3.5 acre fishing lake in the heart of the Kent countryside. Horsham Lake is fed by a natural spring ensuring clear waters all year around.

The lake contains a variety of fish including Carp to 24lbs, Roach to 2lb, as well as Tench, Rudd and Pike. Horsham Lake isn't a specimen venue but is great for beginners to learn the sport with a good chance of catching.

Horsmonden Lakes

Horsmonden Lakes are run by the Orchard Place Farm Fishing complex. To see more information on the lakes forming part of Orchard Place Farm, please scroll down to this venue or click here.

Horton Kirby Lakes

Horton Kirkby Lakes are privately owned by the Dartford & District Angling & Preservation Society. There are four lakes at this venue plus a section of the River Darent.

The venue holds a wide array of fish with Carp to 37lb+, Tench to just under double figures, double figure Bream, Pike to 20lb+ as well as Crucian Carp, Roach, Rudd, Perch & Eels.

Keston Ponds

Keston Ponds is owned by Bromley council and is fed naturally via a spring. The ponds contains Carp to over 20lb, Pike to 20lb+, Roach to 1lb and some good Tench. Small Perch and Rudd are also present.

The ponds do contain a fair amount of weed so strong tackle is recommended if fishing for the larger fish.  Good disabled access to a couple of swims is available.

Lamberhurst Lakes

Lamberhurst Lakes is owned by Cranbrook and District Angling club and is a picturesque small lake of approx 1.5 acres.

Mirror and Common, Koi and Grass Carp up to 26lb, providing sport for both match and specimen anglers. There are also some Trout present.

Larkfield Complex

Larkfield Complex, also known as Leybourne are a part of carp and tench fishing history and have been established as fisheries for many decades. The venue consists of four large lakes, known as Road and Island Lake, Railway Lake, Lake No. 2 and The Ocean.

All the lakes with The Railway being the only exception, have Carp in the upper 40lb’s and a good head of 30lb and 20lb pound fish along with big Tench. All lakes have double figure Tench and the current record is 14lb 12oz. Bream to double figures are regular and Roach, Rudd and Pike are present in all waters but are hardly fished for.

The Railway has a low stocking density of around 25 to 30 Carp but all of these waters are very historical, as are the fish that reside in them.

Lavender Farm Fishery

Lavender Farm Fishery consists of two waters with around 100 pegs. The fishery is located in the beautiful Kent countryside near the village of Hernhill around 10 minutes from Whitstable.

The two fishing lakes are nestled in between farm land and orchards and are stocked with a mix of carp species to over 20lb's, along with tench, roach, rudd and golden orfe. The two fishing lakes feature many reed beds.

Linton Angling Society

Linton angling club is situated on the outskirts of Maidstone, Kent with 8 waters available to fish. The venues within the club offer some easy fishing as well as some more challenging waters providing conditions at all levels. This makes Linton a great for beginners and established anglers alike.

The waters include 5 lakes, 2 stretches of river and a stretch of the Military canal:
Lakes:- Grovehurst Fishery, Sutton Valence Reservoirs, Toke Reservoir, Manor Lake and Linton Park.
Rivers:- River Beult – 3 stretches at Chainhurst, Stile bridge and The Cross at Hand sections. River Medway at Wateringbury.
Canal:- 3 mile stretch of the Royal military canal.

Species present in Linton Angling Clubs waters include Carp to 32lb, Pike to 30lb, Roach, Rudd, Perch, Big Tench, Crucians, Chub, Bream, Dace, Bleak & some Eels.

Littlebourne Lakes

Owned by Canterbury & District Angling Association and set in wooded Farmland just outside Littlebourne Village with good access and ample parking alongside the lakes. The venue consists of three lakes all are well stocked with carp, tench and some perch. A good lake for beginners.

Carp to 10lbs, Tench to 3lbs, Perch to 1/2 lb

Longford Lake

Longford is a mature former gravel pit, fed by the River Darenth, comprising some 74 acres with 90 swims and is a general mixed fishery.

Carp up to 25lb, Pike to 30lb, Roach , Rudd , Perch , Tench, Bream and Skimmers are all present.

Longshaw Fishery

Longshaw fishery has 4 lakes stocked with a good mix of species. This venue is well known for housing some quality Roach with 2lb fish a real possibility.

Wood Lake has Carp to just under 20lb, Bream to 6lb, Tench to 5lb, Perch to 3lb as well as Roach and Crucians topping 2lb. There are also Chub and Barbel present. 

The other lakes are similarly stocked, with the exception of 'Big Lake' which has no Chub, Bream or Barbel. There are Tench to 8lb and large Perch to 4lb 8oz.

Middle Lake has Carp to 25lb, Perch to over 4lb as well as huge Roach to 3lb 8oz!

LoveLace Farm Fishery

Lovelace farm is set in beautiful idyllic Kentish surroundings. The lake holds 19 swims with four islands with plenty of features to fish to.

Lovelace is predominantly aimed at the carp angler with a good head of 20lb plus fish and an average size of 13 to 14 lb.

Lucks Lane Lake

Lucks Lane Lake is set in the beautiful Paddock Wood countryside of Kent. The square shaped lake holds some decent sized fish considering the 1 acre area it covers. 

Fish include Mirror carp to 42lb 3oz, Common Carp to 30lb, Ghost Carp to 31lb, Tench to 4lb 4oz, Roach, Rudd & Eels. There is a small cafe that sells food, drink and small amounts of tackle on site.

New & Old Dowells River

This stretch of water is a narrow drainage system extending from the Royal Military Canal at Appledore and is owned by Cranbrook Angling Club. This stretch of river is around 20ft wide with average depths of between 3-6ft. 

This is a real stalkers water that contains some magnificent, yet shy specimens including, Bream averaging 6lbs, Tench averaging 6lbs, Roach averaging 1lb, Carp averaging 10lbs and Pike to 20lbs.

Oakley Road Fishery

Oakley Road Fishery it is an old farm lake situated on the busy Oakley Road in Bromley. The lake has a good number of fish to 10lb with a few good lumps in there in their 20's. There is also a variety of other species present too that makes this an ideal venue for those that can get past any traffic noise and immerse themselves into some great sport.

Oak Spring lake

Oak Spring Lake is a day ticket venue in Maidstone  that is family run. There are Carp known to be present in Oak Spring up to 34lb, with loads of mid 20's also frequent.

Besides Carp, Oak Spring is also a good coarse fishery with Bream, Rudd, Roach, Perch, Tench, Gudgeon and Crucians all in attendance.

Orchard Place Farm Fishing Lakes

At Orchard Place Farm you can surround yourself in the natural beauty of the Kent countryside, located just outside of the picturesque town of Paddock Wood, just 8 miles from Maidstone.

The fishery is open from 7am all year round and boasts some 12 lakes (9 carp and catfish lakes and 3 for match/ pleasure fishing). There is a 30 peg silver fish lake making the venue ideal for specimen hunters as well as those just starting out in the sport.

There is also a tackle shop on site and food available in peak season. The Orchard Place Farm complex are some of the most popular fishing lakes in Kent to fish. In particular the Horsmonden Fishing Lakes, holds some of Orchards prime specimens. With just 11 swims across the 2 lakes on Horsmonden, just getting the chance to fish can be challenging and booking in advance is always recommended.

Orpington & District Angling Association

The Orpington & District Angling Association (ODAA) is an angling club situated in Orpington, Kent. The club owns 2 sets of lakes known as the Ruxley Lake Complex and Laddingford, 1 stretch of the Rother & Military Canal and a couple of stretches of river situated at Penshurst.

Species present in the waters across the ODAA include Carp to 41lb, Pike to 28lb, Bream to 12lb, Tench to 9lb, Roach to 2.5lb, Perch to 4.5lb, Chub, Gudgeon, Dace & Eels.

Park Farm Reservoir

Park Farm is a well established farm reservoir owned by Cranbrook Angling Club. The water is approx. 1½ acres in size with average depths of around 6ft . This reed lined reservoir may be small but it has some superb sized fish including a good head of Carp, Tench, beautiful Rudd, Roach and the odd jack Pike.

If it is a carp you are after, a specimen Rudd or just an evening’s float fishing for Tench, then this quiet reservoir is the perfect place to be.

Pattenden Lane Reservoir

A well established farm reservoir owned by Cranbrook Angling Club of about 2 acres in size average depths of around 11ft with several willow trees overhanging the water. A very good lake providing firm, level swims and a some very nice fish!

Species include mainly Tench, Perch, Roach, Bream, Rudd and Carp up to 20lb.

River Eden

The River Eden is a tributary of the River Medway. The river runs from the edge of Surrey through Kent to where it flows into the Medway at Penshurst.

There are 5 main private angling clubs that own stretches of the the Eden to fish. These are the Edenbridge angling society, the Tonbridge &  District Angling Society, Penshurst Angling Society, Maidstone Victory Angling Society and the Bromley & District Angling Society. Edenbridge hold stretches at Hever Castle, East Haxted,  Mill farm & Penshurst. Tonbridge own one stretch at Vexor Bridge, Penshurst Angling Society holds a stretch on the edge of Penshurst, Maidstone Victory a stretch at Tonbridge and Bromley & District holds a stretch near Penshurst. The river mostly contains Chub, Roach, Bream, Perch, Pike, Gudgeon, Barbel and Bleak.

River Medway

The River Medway rises in the High Weald, Sussex and flows through Tonbridge, Maidstone and the Medway conurbation in Kent, before emptying into the Thames Estuary near Sheerness, a total distance of 70 miles.

There are many clubs / angling associations that own stretches of the Medway. These include, Cranbrook & District Angling Club, Tonbridge &  District Angling Society, Penshurst Angling Society, Maidstone Victory Angling Society and the Bromley & District Angling Society. There are some day ticket / free venues available to fish on the Medway which do at times change so contacting the local authority for the specific area is advised to clarify the exact locations.

Species present in the River Medway include Carp, Eels, Pike, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Perch, Barbel and Chub.

River Stour

The main fishing stretch of the River Stour is owned by Cranbrook & District Angling Club. CDAA members can catch Bream of over 7lb, Rudd of 2lb 8oz, Carp to 14lb, Pike to 28lb, and 6lb plus Tench.  Other species caught throughout the season include Chub, Barbel, Gudgeon, Dace, and Eels and there is an annual run of Sea Trout.

The river upstream from the Fordwich Bridge is reserved for CDAA Fly Section members only.

Rosemary Lakes

Rosemary Lakes is owned by Cranbrook Angling Club and is an ideal alternative for those seeking small intimate pools that are quiet and full of fish. This venue is not a specimen venue but like all these places, it’s bound to throw up some surprises!

There are three lakes in total and species include Rudd, Perch, Bream, Carp with ghost carp to 13lb, Tench and some small Catfish.

RTWAS

RTWAS is an angling club that offer small river and lake fishing in the beautiful countryside of Kent and East Sussex.
The venues associated with RTWAS are Ashurst, Fordcombe, Buxted Park, Hartfield to Ham Farm, River Eden to Vexour Bridge, Teston and Chafford Park.

All venues offer some real picturesque views and some great fishing. For more information on what stretches of river hold which species, please visit the RTWAS website.

Sams Lakes

Sam’s Lakes are set within 20 acres of flat land in the county of Kent. There are two lakes covering 6 acres with over 60 swims. The lakes are fully stocked with Carp up to 25lb, Tench, Barbel, Rudd, Roach, Chub, Perch and Bream. Sams Lakes is also a caravan site and offers an opportunity to get away with some great fishing whilst your at it.

Sandwich & District Angling Association

The Sandwich & District Angling Association is a small angling club situated in Sandwich, Kent. There are 2 lakes associated with the club known as The Reed Ponds & Swallowbrook Lake.

Reed ponds is actually two ponds and holds some quality Roach and Rudd for those who like to catch silver fish. There are also Skimmers, Tench and lots of Carp in the one to four pound bracket as well as some very large Perch. This is a great venue for those learning the art of angling.

Swallowbrook is a general coarse fishery and a popular match fishing venue. Carp and the usual silver fish are present in Swallowbrook as well as Golden Rudd and Crucians, making this a great all round fishery.

Sandwich Lakes

Sandwich Lakes is a day ticket fishery in East Kent situated near the Royal Cinque Port town of Sandwich in a quiet countryside setting. The complex caters for all anglers from the specialist carp angler to beginners.

Facilities include a Waterside cafe that serves both hot and cold food and snacks, Toilets a Tackle shop for bait and tackle and Rod hire.

Species present at Sandwich Lakes include Carp to 36lb, Koi, Bream, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Crucians, Perch, Golden Orfe and Goldfish!

Saw Lodge Farm Lake

There are lots of carp in all the pools with sizes running into mid doubles, but the majority are around the 5lb mark. Due to the high stocking levels in these waters it is a great place for match fishing, novices and youngsters.

The lakes also hold a large population of silver fish which makes this venue a great place for lots of action.

Scarletts Lake

The 5 acre Scarletts lake is owned by Bromley & District Angling Society and is set in a quiet woodland setting. Species present include Carp, Tench, Bream, Roach, Rudd, and Perch.

This is an ancient (16th century) lake which powered furnaces once upon a time. Not a specimen venue but great for beginners.

Shirkoak Fishery

Shirkoak Fishery is a beautiful looking fishery in Woodchurch Kent. The fishery has just one lake with many features to fish including 2 large islands with many overhanging plants and shrubs.

The lake is stocked with a large head of Common and Mirror Carp with 15lb carp often being caught each day. There are also four large Mirror Carp that are over 30lbs. Other fish species at Shirkoak lake include Chub, Bream, Tench, Roach and Rudd.

Spider Hall Syndicate

A stunning fishing complex close to jct4 of the M20 in the heart of Kent. The complex boasts over 20, 30lb carp with two known to be caught at over 40lb.

The Spiderhall Syndicate is extremely hard to get into with a waiting list spanning over 5 years.
If you are fortunate to become a member then some stunning Carp are to be had across the three lake complex.

Spring Hill Trout Waters

Spring Hill Trout Waters are scenically located in a valley in Brenchley Wood near Matfield in Kent. The fishery consists of three clear spring fed waters which are stocked with top quality Rainbow and Brown Trout.

The main lake is stocked with both Rainbow and Brown trout. The Spring and Brown Ponds are exclusively Brown Trout.
Facilities include a lodge, toilet, sale of terminal tackle and rod hire. Tea and coffee is available as well as other refreshments to purchase.

St Andrews lakes

St Andrews Lake is just under 80 acres in size and currently holds approximately 500 fish.
There is lots mystery regarding the stock but from viewings and past captures there is approx. 30 fish over 20lb and a current lake record of over 41lb caught in 2016.

 This lake provides great ice free winter sport when all other lakes shutdown.

Strawberry Fields Carp Fishing Lakes

Strawberry fields is located in the heart of the kent countryside, just outside the spa town of Tunbridge Wells.

Predominantly a Carp venue, the two lakes contain some of the biggest fish in the south east and some great stock fish for the not so adventurous angler. All anglers of differing abilities are welcome and all the bailiffs and regulars are all at hand to offer advice and to make sure that your tackle is up to spec to cater for the odd 40lber.

Carp over 60lb have frequented these waters! and as such this venue is one of the most sought after fishing lakes in Kent to fish today.

Stonar Lake

Stonar Lake is a large lake owned by Canterbury & District Angling Association. This venue has deep water with steep banks in places. Not an easy water, but the fish are worth catching with Carp to 35lb+.

The general fishing in the lake is developing well with good catches of carp, tench, rudd and a few roach and bream.

Stour Valley Fishing Complex

Stour Valley Fishing Complex is a unique complex of 4 lakes in the heart of Kent, offering superb Specimen Carp Fishing and Coarse Fishing for day ticket anglers. The venue features 4 mature lakes set in the picturesque Kent countryside near Chilham. The four lakes are known as follows:

• Loggies Lakes
• Reed Lake
• Blue Lagoon
• Match Lake

The venue currently houses a number of large carp including 6 known 40s, 40 known 30s, 100 known 20s and loads of doubles.

Surrenden Lakes

Surrenden Lakes is a coarse fishing venue located near Bethersden, Ashford. This is a members only water comprising of 3 lakes with a variety of species.

Carp over 20lbs, Barbel up to 10lbs, Chub up to 5lbs, Tench up to 5lbs, Roach up to 2lbs, Rudd up to 3lbs, Perch up to 4lbs and Bream up to 4lbs.

Tenterden Trout Fishing Lakes

Situated in a picturesque and peaceful location in the Weald of Kent, just a few minutes from the thriving town of Tenterden. There are 3 lakes totalling 5.5 acres of water. All the lakes have large retainer baskets placed around the banks in which anglers can put their fish and select their limit at the end of the fishing session.

There is a maximum of 10 fish that can be caught per permit. Alternatively, anglers can return fish directly to the water. In this way a successful ‘catch and release’ system has been developed.

All 3 lakes are stocked regularly with Rainbow, Blues & Brown Trout, ranging in size from 3lbs to 12lbs.

The Willows Angling Centre

The Willows Angling Centre (formerly known as Bax Farm fishery) consists of 4 lakes and a stream. The fishery is popular with both carp and coarse anglers who enjoy the opportunity to catch many species of fish. Night fishing is permitted on this venue and there is a well stocked tackle shop and good food available on site.

Farm Lake - is ideal for beginners with a  wide variety of fish up to 4lb in weight.
Pan Lake - Holds some beautiful looking carp to 18lb alongside some Barbel and Tench.
Specimen Lake - Holds a good head of carp to over 30lb.
Stream - 30 foot wide stream with a wide variety of fish including carp to 20lb. 

Tonbridge & District Angling Society

The Society was formed in January 1875 under the title of ‘The Tonbridge Angling Club & Fish Preservation Society’. It’s avowed objectives were to provide sport for it’s members and to prevent poaching and netting of the Medway.

Nowadays, Tonbridge & District Angling Society owns 14 fishing venues with some quality fishing lakes in Kent. These venues are as follows:

River Medway below barrier

Ballast Pit

Weirwood Reservoir

Wellers Haven

River Medway above Leigh barrier

Barden Lake

River Medway Cannon Bridge

River Medway Hartlake

Haysden-Lake

Longfield Lake

River Medway Sports Ground

New Lagoon

River Eden - Vexor Bridge

Tricklebrook Fishery

Tricklebrook fishery consists of three very well stocked coarse fishing lakes, a new 4 acre specimen Carp lake, a long established 4 acre specimen lake stocked with some big fish and a 1 acre match fishing lake.

Tricklebrooks newly opened specimen Carp lake is well stocked with a variety of fighting fit Carp up to and over the 30lbs mark. In the main specimen lake you'll catch a variety of species, Carp in the 20lbs plus range and around a dozen 30lbs plus fish including a couple of Carp weighing in over 40lbs. In addition there are Catfish to 30lb and Perch weighing up to 6lbs. The match lake is available for float fisherman and novices is also well stocked with a variety of fish species weighing up to 28lbs. All lakes include Roach, Grass Carp, Tench and the odd surprise!

TWAPS – Thameside Works Angling Preservation Society

The Thameside Works Angling Preservation Society (TWAPS) is a fishing club situated in North West Kent and manages several fishing lakes and a stretch of river on behalf of it’s membership.

Waters available to fish with the TWAPS membership include:
Blue Lake – Northfleet, Campanile – Dartford, Cobham Lakes, Inn on the Lake, Paddock Wood and Shorne Country Park.

Species present within the TWAPS waters include Carp to 35lb+, Roach to 2lb, Eels to 8lb, Tench to 7lb+, Perch to 3lb, Pike to 20lb+, Bream to 7lb+, Rudd, Chub & Dace.

Currently TWAPS issues day tickets for Shorne Country Park.

Windsurf Gravel Pit

The Windsurf gravel pit just outside Lydd is about 8 acres in size with depths of 6ft to 10ft deep and is owned by cranbrook angling club. As you'd expect from a gravel pit there are many features including bars, troughs, shallows, snags and marginal reeds.

There is a good stock of Carp to 33lb, Tench to 12lb, Bream to 16.5lb plus specimen Rudd and Roach along with Eels and a few Perch and Pike.

Woodchurch Trout Fishery

Woodchurch Trout Fishery consists of two rain-fed purpose dug lakes of 1.75 and 2.25 acres in a picturesque valley setting.

Both lakes are stocked with Rainbow and Brown trout regularly with fish averaging 2lbs. The Fishery record is 11lb 7oz Rainbow,  and 8lb 7oz for Brown. All Brown trout are to be returned.