Information
We are now open for the 2021 season
To ensure we comply with social distancing and government guidelines, Carsington Fishery will be observing new operating procedures.
We ask that you respect these guidelines / procedures and follow them to ensure all our staff and fellow customers remain safe.
Fly Fishing at Carsington
Carsington is a boat fishing water with top quality brown and rainbow trout stocked from our two local suppliers.
Please note that it is fly fishing only at Carsington and no coarse fishing available.
Fly fishing at its best! Carsington Water is a stunning trout fishery situated in the heart of the stunning Derbyshire countryside. Its natural beauty, tranquil atmosphere, crystal clear waters and stunning fish combine to make Carsington Water addictive to anglers.
 Its gin clear waters are stocked with fish up to 8lb and fish are stocked weekly throughout the season.
| • Exceptionally well-stocked trout fishery

• Rainbow and Brown Trout 
• Weekly stocking throughout the season 
• 750 acres of crystal clear water 
• 18 standard Boats available for hire + 2 Wheely Boats |
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Carsington Water offers some of the best boat fishing in Derbyshire. Fishing from a boat is the best way to explore the water and hunt out those fantastic trout. There are 20 boats available for hire all supplied with engines, oars and an anchor. Boats can go out from 8.30am and return at sunset.
It is recommended that boats should be booked in advance to avoid disappointment. Bookings can be made on 01629 540478.
A 15% discount is available for bookings of 5 or more boats, please ask for details when making your booking.
Bookings - click here
Fishery Rules - click here
Anglers Map - click here
Email enquiries - flyfishing@carsingtonwater.com
Wheely Boat
For those anglers who are wheelchair bound or have disabilities which do not allow them to fish from our standard boats we have 2 wheelchair access boats. Our fishery staff are on hand to help you on and off the boat. We strongly advise that these boats are booked in advance.
Facilities
A small selection of fishing tackle is available from the fishery office, along with light refreshments at the watersports centre and visitors centre restaurant. The restaurant is open at the visitor centre with a full menu, while other members of the family would also enjoy the exhibition, shopping, adventure playground, footpaths, cycle hire and watersports that are all available at Carsington.
Derbyshire County Angling Club members
DCAC members have the opportunity to fly fish on Carsington Water with a free permit included in their membership. There are 4 permits available each day with a bag limit of 2 fish each. You will need to book and pay for a boat and also give your club number so we can allocate you one of the permits. Check your club information and rules.
Please note DCAC tickets are available from Mon 16th March 2020.
