Wessex Water Fisheries

Sutton Bingham Reservoir

stillwater

Sutton Bingham Reservoir is a fishing beat on the water at Wessex Water Fisheries. Day tickets from £10.

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

November 2026

Day tickets

2 fishBeginner ticket

4 Feb – 30 Jun

£10

per day

Two trout bag limit, plus hints and tips and rod hire, for up to three visits at the ranger’s discretion. Book through the ranger in advance.

2 fishTwo fish ticket

4 Feb – 30 Jun

£20

per day

Reduced bag limit of two trout. Available after 3pm, or seasonally through the summer months. Any brown trout must go back unharmed, whatever its size.

5 fishDay ticket

4 Feb – 30 Jun

£36

per day

Takes five trout. A concession day ticket (same bag limit) is £33, and a book of six day tickets is £180, the price of five (£165 for a concession book of six). Any brown trout must go back unharmed, whatever its size.

Season & syndicate rods

50 fishSeason ticket (50 fish)

4 Feb – 30 Jun

£300

per season

Season ticket at this reservoir, with a maximum of 50 trout over the season. Daily bag limit is the day ticket’s limit, and up to four days’ fishing a week.

100 fishSeason ticket (100 fish)

4 Feb – 30 Jun

£540

per season

Season ticket at the reservoir you choose, with a maximum of 100 trout over the season. Daily bag limit is the day ticket’s limit, and up to four days’ fishing a week.

100 fishAll waters season ticket (100 fish)

4 Feb – 30 Jun

£650

per season

Covers the season across all three Wessex Water trout reservoirs, Clatworthy, Hawkridge and Sutton Bingham, with a 100 fish limit shared between them rather than per reservoir. Daily bag limit is the day ticket’s limit, and up to four days’ fishing a week.

Fishing details

Sutton Bingham Reservoir at a glance

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Water type: stillwater

Fishing methods

Fly Only

Wading allowed

Bank fishing only

Double bank

Sutton Bingham Reservoir sits just south of Yeovil, and Wessex Water runs the trout fishing here itself. Fly fishing only, for rainbow and brown trout averaging around 2lb with the occasional double figure fish, from the bank or by boat. The trout season runs from February to the end of June; after that the reservoir is used for other types of fishing.

A day ticket lets you take five trout, and a two fish ticket is available later in the day or during the summer months. A beginner ticket comes with rod hire and a few pointers from the ranger, by arrangement in advance. Whatever you keep counts toward your ticket’s limit, but any brown trout has to go back in the water unharmed, whatever its size.

Tickets are booked online through Wessex Water. You collect your permit from the fishing lodge on the reservoir’s north eastern side before you start, and the lodge can be reached on +44 1935 872389 or by email at suttonbingham@wessexwater.co.uk.

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Stocked with rainbow, blue and brown trout, averaging around 2lb, with occasional double figure fish.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

Bag limit: 5 fish

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Season: 4 Feb to 30 Jun

Fishing rules for Sutton Bingham Reservoir

Fly fishing only. Bank fishing only in the designated areas shown on the site map. Wading allowed up to thigh height, with a wading stick strongly recommended. Catch and release is not permitted: any fish other than brown trout must be kept and counts toward the ticket’s bag limit. Brown trout of any size must be returned unharmed. Lifejackets are mandatory for boat users and recommended from the bank. Bookings are made online up to 14 days ahead, and a signed permit is completed at the fishing lodge before fishing starts.

Amenities

fishing hut toilets boat hire

Where Sutton Bingham Reservoir is

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. at Wessex Water Fisheries.

Approximate location

The fishery and river

Fishery

Wessex Water Fisheries

from £10 for 2 fish 3 beats

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FAQ

Sutton Bingham Reservoir FAQs

Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Sutton Bingham Reservoir, from tickets to tactics.

01How many rods are allowed on Sutton Bingham Reservoir at any one time?

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

02What species can I expect to catch on Sutton Bingham Reservoir?

Sutton Bingham Reservoir 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 is permitted on Sutton Bingham Reservoir, though bank fishing is also possible on most sections.

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

No ghillie service is listed for Sutton Bingham Reservoir at Wessex Water 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?

Car park at the picnic area. Always confirm access arrangements with the provider when you book.

06What tackle should I bring?

Sutton Bingham Reservoir is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Sutton Bingham Reservoir 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 Sutton Bingham Reservoir at Wessex Water 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 Sutton Bingham Reservoir. 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 .