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Walthamstow Fishery

Walthamstow Fishery

Walthamstow is the largest fishery in London. Beginners can hone their skills and experienced anglers can go up against some of the UK’s best. 

  • 12 reservoirs to choose between
  • Just 15 minutes from London
  • Take a stroll in nature around Walthamstow Wetlands
  • Fully operational 160 hectare Thames Water reservoir site

Tickets and price list

Visit for the day and buy a fishing day ticket, or sign up as a member and visit with a season ticket.

Season ticket members can take part in charity matches and competitions. Membership also includes a discount on night fishing tickets. 

To buy tickets, please pop into the ranger’s lodge next time you visit. 

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About your visit

Coarse and fly fishing are available across the twelve fisheries. This includes the Angling Academy tuition pond and the popular Lockwood Reservoir. From beginners to experts, you’ll find angling to suit you, whatever your level.

A family-friendly environment welcomes members year-round. And our partners, the local Walthamstow Fly Fishers, welcome new members. For day ticket anglers, you can pay on arrival. Anglers must be in full possession of an Environment Agency rod licence.

Things to do

What to do at Walthamstow Fishery:

Night fishing

Fish by night

Lots of fish become more active at night. Increase your chances of a big catch with night fishing. Available every first and third weekend of the month.

Child sitting on jetty at Walthamstow reservoir

Hone your skills

If you’re looking to develop your skills, try out our Angling Academy tuition pond. These family-friendly fishing sessions will get you off to a great start. 

Large carp

Get competitive

Our members can take part in our regular charity matches. Carp and trout specific competitions are available. Have you got what it takes to win?

How to find us

Opening hours: normally daylight hours - for details, call the ranger on 07747 641 179. You can get to the fishery by:

Car: Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, London N17 9NH. Parking is free. 

Public transport: short walk from Tottenham Hale or Blackhorse Road train stations

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Visiting safely

  • Be respectful of other visitors and staff 
  • Follow any instructions and information on signs – they're there to keep you safe 
  • Look after those with you – keep children close by
  • Please keep away from the water at all times. It’s deep and extremely cold, even in summer. There are strong currents, and banks are steep and slippery
  • Take all litter home with you
  • No alcohol on site
  • Guide and assistance dogs only
  • As a working site, some areas may need to be closed
Accessibility

Accessibility

Some accessible fishing spots are available.

Walthamstow Fishery