Bransford Game Fisheries

Island, Lodge and Walton Pools

stillwater

Island, Lodge and Walton Pools is a fishing beat on the water at Bransford Game Fisheries. Day tickets from £15.

Pricing and season

Indicative prices only. This calendar does not show whether a beat is bookable or already booked out, and other prices may apply. Always confirm availability and the final price with the booking provider before you travel.

Price calendar

October 2026

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C&RCatch and release

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£15

per day

Barbless hooks. Cash only.

2 fishCatch and kill, 2 fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£35

per day

Juniors 12 to 18 pay half the adult price and must be with an adult. Cash only.

3 fishCatch and kill, 3 fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£40

per day

Cash only.

4 fish, then C&RCatch and kill, 4 fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£45

per day

Free catch and release once the four fish are taken. Cash only.

Fishing details

Island, Lodge and Walton Pools at a glance

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Water type: stillwater

Fishing methods

Fly Only

Wading allowed

Bank fishing only

Double bank

Bransford Game Fisheries has three pools near Worcester, up to 25 feet deep. Island Pool is the catch and release pool and is spring-fed; Lodge Pool and Walton Pool are topped up from an underground source of Malvern spring water. The pools are stocked regularly with Shasta rainbow trout, and brown trout must always be returned.

Tickets are sold by the fish: two, three or four fish to take, with free catch and release after the four-fish limit, or a catch and release ticket. There is no time limit within opening hours. Catch and release is on barbless hooks. Casting platforms make the pools accessible to wheelchair users. No dogs except assistance dogs, and an Environment Agency rod licence is required.

Stocking and fish species

moderate stocking · Stocked regularly with Shasta rainbow trout. Brown trout must be returned.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

Bag limit: 4 fish

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Island, Lodge and Walton Pools

Pay before fishing, cash only. A valid Environment Agency rod licence is required. Catch and release must be on barbless hooks. Brown trout must be returned. Record your catch on the returns sheet, with the pool it came from. Do not gut fish on site. No dogs except assistance dogs. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Staff may ask to see your catch and tackle, including in your vehicle.

Amenities

toilets refreshments

Where Island, Lodge and Walton Pools is

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. at Bransford Game Fisheries.

Approximate location

The fishery and river

Fishery

Bransford Game Fisheries

£15 per rod 1 beat

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FAQ

Island, Lodge and Walton Pools FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Island, Lodge and Walton Pools, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Island, Lodge and Walton Pools at any one time?

The rod limit for Island, Lodge and Walton Pools is listed on the beat page — check before booking, as limits vary by season and fishery preference. Contact Bransford Game Fisheries directly if you need to confirm current availability.

02What species can I expect to catch on Island, Lodge and Walton Pools?

Island, Lodge and Walton Pools holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout. The beat is moderate-stocked to supplement the wild fish — see the Stocking section on the page for details.

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

Island, Lodge and Walton Pools is bank-fishing only — no wading is permitted.

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

No ghillie service is listed for Island, Lodge and Walton Pools at Bransford Game 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 Island, Lodge and Walton Pools 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?

Island, Lodge and Walton Pools is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Island, Lodge and Walton Pools 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 Island, Lodge and Walton Pools at Bransford Game 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 not listed as permitted on Island, Lodge and Walton Pools. Check the Beat Rules section on the page or contact the provider before bringing a dog, as policies can vary by season and stretch of the .