Finding the ideal location for your next fishing trip needs to be more than just a body of water. Instead, you want a diverse environment that will not only provide a particular type of catch you’re looking for, but also be easily accessible and pleasant on the eyes for an all-round enjoyable trip. For any location, you should always check if it is legal to fish and ensure your chosen area doesn’t have any limits or restrictions in place. Here are some of the best fishing spots in the UK that are worth the trip.
Windermere, Cumbria
Located in the Lake District, Windermere is the largest natural lake in the country and keen anglers can find a variety of great fish including pike, trout, perch and arctic charr amongst others. All year round you’ll find plenty to fish as well as seasonal catches like sea trout and salmon, all within the stunning surroundings the Lake District has to offer. You can take a moment to enjoy the view from a comfortable seatbox in the UK’s most celebrated lake area. Another bonus with Windermere is that it is free to fish there, making it a popular choice for novice and pro anglers. You should avoid using live bait in the area to ensure the delicate ecosystem is not threatened and keep within sustainable fishing rules.
Loch Leven, Kinross
One of the most impressive locations in Scotland, Loch Leven is an ideal destination for those looking for wild brown trout and fantastic scenery. Renowned internationally as a brown trout fishery for over a century, anglers can experience 3,600 acres of shallow water, averaging just 12 feet in depth, perfect for fly fishing. Anglers are not permitted to fish from the banks, so fly fishing with catfishing reels is the way to go and must only be enjoyed on one of the fishery’s boats. The area is well-visited, meaning plenty of surrounding amenities and places to park.
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
This seaside resort is well-known as a classic holiday destination, but it’s also a great location for anglers thanks to its close proximity to the Norfolk Broads. A great location for coarse fishing, you’ll find pike as well as carp, bream, roach and much more where you can fish from beaches as well as the river banks. Some of the areas have private locations for fishing that can be arranged prior to arrival, whereas other locations you can fish freely. You should also check that certain areas are not for conservation or are privately owned.
Angler’s Paradise, Devon
As the name will suggest, plenty of exotic fish are ready for anglers in this Devon location that features 30 lakes. Unlike some of the other locations listed here, Angler’s Paradise is a purposely built location that is great for fishing holidays thanks to its diverse levels of fish and family-friendly accommodation, including villas and recreational facilities. 4 miles of bank fishing await keen anglers who have bivvies at the ready and no more than 2 rods each, with night fishing and budget tickets available.
