Shropshire

Ellerdine Lakes

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Stillwater

4 lakes, bank fishing only.

About Ellerdine Lakes

Ellerdine Lakes is four spring-fed trout lakes at Ellerdine, near Telford: Cranymoor, Lakemoor, Meadow and Marsh. The fishery stocks rainbow, brown, blue and sparctic trout and char. The average size is 3lb, and fish up to 20lb are caught. The lakes were designed for ease of casting, and wheelchair users can reach the water at each lake.

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Ellerdine Lakes Trout Fishery

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Fishing details

Water type: Stillwater
Lakes: 4
Boat fishing: Bank only

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Rainbow, brown, blue and sparctic trout and char, average size 3lb with fish up to 20lb caught, per the fishery.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Ellerdine Lakes

Barbless or debarbed hooks only. Boobies on a floating line only. Fishing from the bank only, no wading. On a kill ticket you must kill your first fish up to the limit of fish allowed, and only then go on to catch and release. Catching fish for other anglers is prohibited. Report to the lodge on arrival and before departure, and fill in the returns book before leaving. No dogs unless by prior arrangement. An Environment Agency rod licence is needed. Management may inspect tackle and bags.

Amenities

toilets refreshments

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. at Ellerdine Lakes Trout Fishery.

The fishery

Ellerdine Lakes Trout Fishery

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FAQ

Ellerdine Lakes FAQs

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

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

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

02What species can I expect to catch on Ellerdine Lakes?

Ellerdine Lakes 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 Ellerdine Lakes 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 Ellerdine Lakes at Ellerdine Lakes Trout Fishery — 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 Ellerdine Lakes 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?

For most chalk stream beats on the , a 9-foot 4- or 5-weight rod with a floating line is the standard setup. The fly recommendations section on the Ellerdine Lakes 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 Ellerdine Lakes at Ellerdine Lakes Trout Fishery — 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 Ellerdine Lakes. 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 .