Temple Trout Fishery

Mallard Lake

stillwater

Mallard Lake is a fishing beat on the water at Temple Trout Fishery. 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

October 2026

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Day tickets

5 fishFull day, 5 fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£40

per day

Prices as listed on the fishery’s site. Mallard Lake, fly fishing only.

4 fish3/4 day, 4 fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£35

per day

Three quarters of a day. The site does not give the hours.

3 fishHalf day, 3 fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£29

per ½ day

Half a day. The site does not give the hours.

2 fish4 hours, 2 fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£20

per ½ day

Four hours.

2 fishUnder 16s and disabled anglers, 2 fish

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£20

per day

All day, for anglers under 16 and disabled anglers.

Season & syndicate rods

25 fish25 fish season ticket

1 Jan – 31 Dec

£218

per season

A season ticket for 25 fish. The site does not say how long it runs, so ask.

Fishing details

Mallard Lake at a glance

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Water type: stillwater

Fishing methods

Fly Only

Wading allowed

Bank fishing only

Double bank

Mallard Lake is the open water at Temple Trout Fishery, an old china clay pit on Bodmin Moor near Bodmin. It is fly fishing only, with a 430 metre perimeter and 2.4 acres of water. It holds rainbow and brown trout, stocked from a minimum of 1.5lb up to double figures, and the fishery says most bags average over 2lb a fish.

Tickets are sold by the number of fish: £40 for a full day and five fish, £35 for three quarters of a day and four fish, £29 for a half day and three fish, and £20 for four hours and two fish. Under 16s and disabled anglers pay £20 for an all day ticket and two fish, and a 25 fish season ticket is £217.50. Fly casting tuition is available with instructor Dave Matthews.

The fishery is open from 8am until dusk, every day from 1 April to 31 October and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday only from 1 November to 31 March. The home page says it is open by appointment, so ring Julian on the number above to book in. The gate is locked with a combination lock, and every catch has to be taken home, weighed and reported by email or text.

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Rainbow and brown trout, minimum stocking size 1.5lb up to double figures, 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 Mallard Lake

Fly fishing only. Open by appointment: ring the fishery to book in. The gate is kept locked with a combination lock. All catches must be taken home to be weighed, and catch returns submitted by email or text. A current Environment Agency rod licence is required.

Amenities

toilets

Where Mallard Lake is

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

Approximate location

The fishery and river

Fishery

Temple Trout Fishery

from £20 for 2 fish 1 beat

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FAQ

Mallard Lake FAQs

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

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

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

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

Mallard 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 Mallard 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 Mallard Lake at Temple 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 Mallard 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?

Mallard Lake is fished by fly_only. The fly recommendations section on the Mallard 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 Mallard Lake at Temple 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 Mallard 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 .