New Mills Trout Fishing Park

Fly Lake

stillwater

Fly Lake is a fishing beat on the water at New Mills Trout Fishing Park. Day tickets from £20.

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

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C&RAdult 4 Hours, Catch and Release

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£20

per ½ day

Catch and release. Junior (under 16) is £15 for 2 hours, £18 for 4 hours and £24 for 8 hours, and must be bought on site. A 2 hour adult ticket is £15.

C&RAdult 8 Hours, Catch and Release

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£28

per day

Catch and release. Junior (under 16) is £15 for 2 hours, £18 for 4 hours and £24 for 8 hours, and must be bought on site. A 2 hour adult ticket is £15.

2 fish4 Hours, 2 Fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£25

per ½ day

Only rainbow trout under 3lb may be kept; brown trout and all other fish must be returned. Fish that are kept must be humanely killed.

3 fish8 Hours, 3 Fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£35

per day

Only rainbow trout under 3lb may be kept; brown trout and all other fish must be returned. A 6 hour, 3 fish ticket is £32. Fish that are kept must be humanely killed.

Fishing details

Fly Lake at a glance

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Water type: stillwater

Fishing methods

Fly Only

Wading allowed

Bank fishing only

Double bank

The fly lake at New Mills Trout Fishing Park, near Brampton in Cumbria, is a stream-fed water holding rainbow and brown trout up to 12lb. It is fished with the fly from the bank, with two accessible fishing platforms by the main car park, and is open all year.

Adult catch and release tickets are £15 for 2 hours, £20 for 4 hours and £28 for 8 hours. Catch and keep tickets are £25 for 4 hours and 2 fish, £32 for 6 hours and 3 fish, and £35 for 8 hours and 3 fish. Only rainbow trout under 3lb may be kept; brown trout must go back. The lake is open 8am to 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday, and evening fishing runs from May to September.

Hooks must be barbless, with a maximum of two droppers. Spinners and booby flies are not allowed. Landing nets are provided and rods can be hired from the tackle shop for £15.

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · The fishery posts restock reports on its news page.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Fly Lake

Barbless or de-barbed hooks only. A maximum of two droppers on the fly. Flickers (spinners) and booby flies are not permitted. Small bite indicators are permitted. Fish should be unhooked in the net in the water and released with minimal handling. Catch and keep tickets: fish must be humanely killed, only rainbow trout up to 3lb may be kept, all else including brown trout must be released. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Anyone over 13 needs an Environment Agency rod licence. Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome.

Amenities

tackle shop toilets

Where Fly Lake is

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. at New Mills Trout Fishing Park.

Approximate location

The fishery and river

Fishery

New Mills Trout Fishing Park

from £20 per half day 1 beat

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FAQ

Fly Lake FAQs

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

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

The rod limit for Fly Lake is listed on the beat page — check before booking, as limits vary by season and fishery preference. Contact New Mills Trout Fishing Park directly if you need to confirm current availability.

02What species can I expect to catch on Fly Lake?

Fly Lake 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 Fly Lake 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 Fly Lake at New Mills Trout Fishing Park — 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 Fly Lake 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?

Fly Lake is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Fly Lake 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 Fly Lake at New Mills Trout Fishing Park — 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 Fly Lake — please keep them under control near the water and respect any local rules shown on the page.