Malham Tarn Fishery

A fishery offering bookable fly fishing. 1 beat available to book, from £25.

About Malham Tarn Fishery

Malham Tarn, in the Yorkshire Dales, is a lake of wild brown trout fished by fly from a boat. The fishing is run by the Friends of Malham Tarn, a non-profit group of ten wardens, under a lease from the National Trust, who own the estate.

Only two boats work the tarn, one for the wardens and one for the public, so a day out here is booked ahead online and not bought on the day. Each public day is a boat for two or three anglers, with the electric engine, battery, net and drogue supplied, and a warden meets you at the West Boathouse to check you in and out. Fishing is catch and release, with barbless hooks.

The tarn is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, so every angler follows a Check, Clean, Dry routine and arrives with clean, dry kit. Dates are released a month at a time, and the 2026 season runs from 1 May to 30 September.

Beats at Malham Tarn Fishery

1 beat available

Each beat has its own fishing details, pricing, and difficulty.

Malham Tarn

£25 per rod

Pricing and booking at Malham Tarn Fishery

Pricing

Day ticket: £25

Each beat below carries its own current price and season dates.

Day tickets and booking

Malham Tarn Fishery Direct booking

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Services & Amenities

Day Tickets

Membership

Club Water

Accommodation

Tuition

Equipment Hire

Where to find Malham Tarn Fishery

The fishery's location.

Malham Tarn West Boathouse Malham Tarn BD24 9PU

Contact

Malham Tarn West Boathouse Malham Tarn BD24 9PU

9am to 5pm on booked days, 1 May to 30 September

friendsofmalhamtarn.org

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FAQ

Malham Tarn Fishery FAQs

Common questions about Malham Tarn Fishery and its beats, answered in one place.

01What are the opening hours for Malham Tarn Fishery?

Malham Tarn Fishery operates: 9am to 5pm on booked days, 1 May to 30 September.

02Does Malham Tarn Fishery offer accommodation?

Malham Tarn Fishery does not currently list on-site accommodation. The surrounding area has a range of options — the fishery can often suggest somewhere local when you book.

03Can I buy a multi-day pass or season permit?

Malham Tarn Fishery offers day tickets; no season membership is currently listed. Check the beat pages for individual pricing, or contact the fishery for multi-day rates.

04Are beginners or less experienced anglers welcome?

Chalk stream fishing can be technically demanding, but Malham Tarn Fishery has beats that range in difficulty. If you're new to dry fly fishing, mention it when you book and the keeper can point you to the most forgiving water.

05Is the fishery suitable for anglers with mobility difficulties?

Some beats at Malham Tarn Fishery have flat bank access that may suit anglers with limited mobility. Check the individual beat pages — those with disabled access are marked clearly. It's always worth calling ahead so they can make any practical arrangements.

06What should I expect when I arrive?

On arrival at Malham Tarn Fishery, report to the fishery office or meet the keeper as instructed when you booked. You'll be shown to your beat, given any local rules specific to that stretch, and told about parking, facilities, and the finish time. Carry your EA rod licence and booking confirmation at all times.

07 Is club water available, or is it day ticket only?

Malham Tarn Fishery does not currently list club water arrangements. It operates on a day ticket basis — check the page or contact the fishery for current options.