Surrey

Powdermill

Club members only

Club members only

Membership is the main route on, but it is worth asking, as many clubs keep guest or taster days open.
Stillwater

4 acres, bank fishing only.

About Powdermill

Powdermill is a four acre water at Chilworth in peaceful natural surroundings, sheltered by woodland and flanked by two branches of the River Tillingbourne. The estate describes an abundance of natural food, with excellent buzzer fishing and healthy hatches of olives, sedges and mayfly.

How you can fish here

Methods: Fly Only

Pricing and season

Indicative prices. They don't show whether a day is still free and other rates may apply, so confirm availability and the final price with whoever you book through before you travel.

Tickets

Season and syndicate rods

Season membership 2026/27 Season rod · 1 Apr to 31 Mar Season membership for 2026/27 gives unlimited visits to Weston, Vale End and Powdermill, and the Mill House carp lake. You also need fish tokens, one for each fish you catch: 10 for £131, 20 for £256 or 50 for £617. There is no catch and release on the trout lakes.: £240 per season

Day tickets and booking

Albury Estate Fisheries

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Fishing details

Water type: Stillwater
Size: 4 acres
Boat fishing: Bank only

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Stocked several times a week, per the estate.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Powdermill

Fly fishing only. The lakes open at 8.30am and close at dusk. Fishing is booked online before you come. Powdermill is for season members only. You need a season membership and fish tokens: each fish caught uses one token. There is no catch and release on the trout lakes, so a fish you catch is a fish you keep. Well behaved dogs may come with members if they are kept under control. Anglers need an Environment Agency rod licence.

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. at Albury Estate Fisheries.

The fishery

Albury Estate Fisheries

from £45 for 2 fish 3 beats

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FAQ

Powdermill FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Powdermill, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Powdermill at any one time?

The rod limit for Powdermill is listed on the beat page — check before booking, as limits vary by season and fishery preference. Contact Albury Estate Fisheries directly if you need to confirm current availability.

02What species can I expect to catch on Powdermill?

Powdermill holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout. The water is unstocked, relying entirely on the wild population.

03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?

Wading arrangements for Powdermill are listed on the beat page — contact the provider if you need to confirm before arriving.

04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?

No ghillie service is listed for Powdermill at Albury Estate Fisheries — contact the provider directly if you'd like informal guidance on your first visit.

05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?

Parking details for Powdermill are shown on the beat page, including a map pin where one is provided. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.

06What tackle should I bring?

Powdermill is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Powdermill page suggests the most effective patterns month by month.

07What happens if conditions are poor on the day I've booked?

River conditions can change quickly, especially after rain. Contact the provider as early as possible if you're concerned about Powdermill at Albury Estate Fisheries — many are happy to offer an alternative date if the river is unfishable. Cancellation and rescheduling policies vary by provider; check the notes on the booking page or ask when you book.

08Are dogs allowed on the beat?

Dogs are welcome on Powdermill — please keep them under control near the water and respect any local rules shown on the page.