Coarse Fishing

Our coarse fisheries include over 275 acres of water with fisheries ranging in size from 2 to 81 acres. Our established lakes are located in outstandingly beautiful and secluded rural areas across the South West.

At South West Lakes Trust Fishing we offer more than just great angling, our unique fisheries are matched with a recognised reputation for great fish quality.

Enjoy the tranquility that our waters provide with established tree-lined banks, lily pads and weed beds with natural woodlands surrounding the lakes. Our coarse fisheries offer a peaceful setting within picturesque and wildlife-rich surroundings.

Coarse fishing in the South West:

We regularly hold carp and match competitions at Upper Tamar Lake with prize money exceeding £3,500. Season tickets are available online. Day tickets are bookable through Catch. Download the Catch app from App Store or Google Play.

Facilities include onsite cafes, parking, toilets, showers, wheelchair access platforms, on-site permit rooms and easy access paths and swims.

SW Lakes Fishing Trust is managed by South West Lakes Trust.

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Reporting an Incident:

South West Lakes Trust manages a portfolio of nearly 50 lakes and other natural resources so it is not always possible for our wardens to be on the scene when issues occur. The very remote and rural nature of our estate, the thing that makes them so special, also means that modern mobile communications don’t always cover the areas we would like them to. This makes getting an immediate response to ongoing incidents very challenging.

Please use this form to report any incidents of poaching, illegal fishing or any other form of antisocial behaviour to the management team so that we are able to take appropriate action.

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Darracott, Torrington, Devon EX38 7HL

Situated just outside of Torrington in Devon, Darracott is a fantastic mixed coarse fishery, perfect for beginners or pleasure anglers.

This picturesque fishery has a really good stock of fish and, at 3 acres in size, there are 20 swims for you to choose from.

The carp can be caught all over the lake but they do take surface baits in the warmer months which can be great fun. Mixed bags of silver fish up to 30lb are common and there is some cracking perch and roach fishing to be had.

The first swim is only 20 yards from the car park if you don’t want to walk too far

   

   

Fishery Information

Address: Darracott Reservoir, near Torrington, Devon, EX38 7HL

Fishery Size: 3 acres

Number of Swims: 20

Species: Carp, bream, roach, rudd, perch, eels

Fishing Times: Open all year, dawn until dusk

Day Permits: Book through CatchDownload the Catch app from App Store or Google Play.

Season Permits: Available online or from South West Lakes on 01566 771930

Contact: 01288 321262

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Venue Records:

Common Carp: 24.06lb
Mirror Carp: 22lb
Bream: 7lb
Perch: 4lb
Eel: 3lb
Roach: 2lb
Rudd: 1lb

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Whenever you leave the lakes, remember to Check, Clean, Dry

Invasive plants and animals can carry diseases that kill fish. Protect the environment and sport you enjoy by cleaning your kit before and after using the water.

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Facilities:

Darracott Reservoir facilities include; car park and toilets and is a dog friendly fishery