Coarse FishingOur 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. Send in your catch report 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. Complete Form Waters Prices Competitions and Events News and Results Rules About Us Contact Us Waters Coarse Fishing at Christchurch Harbour, Lower Avon and Stour Click here for game fishing Fishery Information Fishery Map Fishery Times Prices Check, Clean, Dry Facilities Report an Incident Christchurch Harbour, Lower Avon, Stour and Claypool offers some of the best coarse fishing in Dorset. Coarse fish are found in large numbers with roach and dace offering quality sport in winter. Large pike are found above and around Tuckton Bridge and carp up to 30lb in weight are caught along the towpath and bandstand area. South West Lakes manage the area from Knapp Mill to the confluence of the two lower sections of the Avon. The Lower Avon and Lower Stour together with two thirds of Christchurch Harbour are also managed by the Bournemouth Team of South West Lakes. The boundary of the Royalty Moorings is marked by yellow buoys in the harbour. Day Permits: Book through Catch. Download the Catch app from App Store or Google Play. Season tickets can be purchased either online or from Davis Tackle,75 Bargates, Christchurch, BH23 1QE, telephone 01202 485169. Fishery Information: Please note: Throop Fishery to Tuckton Bridge – RDAA members only. To find out more visit www.ringwoodfishing.co.uk Species: Carp, Roach, Dace, Pike Boat Fishing from Tuckton Bridge to the boundary only by season ticket available either online, from the Bournemouth Team of South West Lakes on 01202 581411, or from Davis Tackle, 75 Bargates, Christchurch. Season tickets cover a calendar year: 1 January – 31 December. Contact: 01202 581411 Click here for Christchurch Harbour and South West Water Rules Click here for the Lower Stour and Harbour Prices and Application Form Fishery Times: No coarse fishing between 15th March and 15th June Boat Day Ticket: 24 hours from 7:30am Bankside Day Ticket: 7:30am to sunset Bankside Day Ticket: 24 hours from 7:30am Bankside Game Day Ticket: 7:30am to sunset Prices: Season Tickets Fishing from bank (single person): £90Boat Fishing (single person): £90Boat Fishing (two persons): £157Boat/Bank Fishing (single person): £157Boat/Bank fishing (two persons): £314 Season tickets cover a calendar year: 1 January – 31 December Boat Day Ticket (single person, 24 hours from 7:30am): £18Boat Day Ticket (two persons, 24 hours from 7:30am): £29Bankside Day Ticket (single person, 7:30am to sunset): £11.50Bankside Day Ticket (single person, 24 hours from 7:30am): £18Bankside Game Day Ticket (single person, 7:30am to sunset): £21 Children under 14 can fish free of charge but must get a free ticket from Davis Tackle and must be accompanied by a paying adult. (No Concessions on all day tickets. No weekly tickets available) BOOK NOW Searching Availability... Continue to Secure Booking System » 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. Find out more here Facilities: Local facilities available within the Christchurch area include: toilets, pay and display car parking, disabled access, local shops and cafes. Manage Cookie Preferences