Cheshire

Westlow Mere Lake

Day tickets

Buy a ticket for a single day, with rates and dates further down.
Stillwater

Bank fishing only.

About Westlow Mere Lake

Westlow Mere is a year round trout fishery on Giantswood Lane, Congleton, run by volunteers from Congleton and District Fly Fishers Ltd. The main lake, the Deeps, is fished for triploid rainbows, blues and browns, and the club stocks it each month. A smaller lake holds mirror and common carp, which can be fished with traditional coarse methods or on the fly.

How to book

Day tickets and booking

Westlow Mere

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Fishing details

Water type: Stillwater
Lake: 1
Boat fishing: Bank only

Stocking and fish species

none stocking · Triploid rainbows, blues and browns, stocked monthly with the money from day tickets, per the club.

Brown Trout

Rainbow Trout

Rules and policies

Catch & release

EA rod licence required

Dogs allowed

Ghillie available

Ghillie required

Fishing rules for Westlow Mere Lake

Trout fishing runs from 8am until dusk, and the car park is locked at 5pm. Barbless or de-barbed hooks only. The first two trout must be killed, which keeps a healthy stock of fish, and after that you carry on catch and release. Additional fish taken are charged for. Payment is by cash only. Complete a catch return when you leave. Have your permit ready when you arrive.

Amenities

parking lodge refreshments

Where you'll fish

Location

Approximate location

Exact location is hidden at the owner's request. at Westlow Mere.

The fishery

Westlow Mere

On enquiry 1 beat

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FAQ

Westlow Mere Lake FAQs

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

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

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

02What species can I expect to catch on Westlow Mere Lake?

Westlow Mere 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 Westlow Mere 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 Westlow Mere Lake at Westlow Mere — 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 Westlow Mere 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?

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 Westlow Mere 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 Westlow Mere Lake at Westlow Mere — 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 Westlow Mere 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 .