Essex

Sticking Hill Lake

Syndicate members only

Syndicate members only

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

8.5 acres, bank fishing only.

About Sticking Hill Lake

Sticking Hill Lake is an 8.5 acre reservoir on the Orsett Estates in Thurrock, used to supply the estate’s vegetable crops and fished by a fly fishing syndicate since 2003. Besides the trout it holds sticklebacks, rudd, perch and perhaps the odd eel, none of which you will catch on a fly.

How you can fish here

Methods: Fly Only

How to book

Day tickets and booking

Sticking Hill Fly Fishing Syndicate

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Fishing details

Water type: Stillwater
Size: 8.5 acres
Lake: 1
Boat fishing: Bank only

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Rainbow and brown trout, stocked twice a season (end of February or start of March, and end of May), per the syndicate.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Sticking Hill Lake

Syndicate members only. Fishing with flies only. Catch and release system: only two fish per person may be taken each day, and every catch is recorded in the book at the lake. No keep nets. No wading. No swimming. No boats on the lake. No rubbish left on site, and dogs must be kept under control. Park only in the designated areas.

Amenities

parking

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. at Sticking Hill Fly Fishing Syndicate.

The fishery

Sticking Hill Fly Fishing Syndicate

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FAQ

Sticking Hill Lake FAQs

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

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

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

02What species can I expect to catch on Sticking Hill Lake?

Sticking Hill 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 Sticking Hill 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 Sticking Hill Lake at Sticking Hill Fly Fishing Syndicate — 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 Sticking Hill 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?

Sticking Hill Lake is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Sticking Hill 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 Sticking Hill Lake at Sticking Hill Fly Fishing Syndicate — 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 Sticking Hill Lake. 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 .