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 SW Lakes 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. Please note at this time our Permit Rooms are closed. Season and Day Permits are available online or by calling 01566 771930 only Coarse fishing in the South West: We regularly hold carp and match competitions at Upper Tamar Lake with prize money exceeding £3500. You can book your day or 24 hour tickets, which are available year-round via our online booking system. Season permits are available on 01566 771930. Facilities include onsite cafes, parking, toilets, showers, wheelchair access platforms, on-site permit rooms and easy access paths and swims. SW Lakes Fishing is managed by South West Lakes Trust. Reporting an Incident: If you notice any incidents which may be of concern during your visit, including poaching, we would be very grateful if you could complete the short form at the following link, which will help us build a picture of incidents that impact on your fishing, enabling us to address them more effectively over time. Thank you. Complete Form Waters Prices Competitions and Events News and Results About Us Contact Us Trout Fishing Waters Melbury Melbury Reservoir, Bideford, Devon EX39 5PW Buy a Ticket Fishery Information Fishery Map Venue Records Directions Check, Clean, Dry Facilities This picturesque and mature Devon coarse fishery borders forestry and farmland near Bideford in North Devon. It is well stocked with a good mix of mirror and common carp to 30lb, the perfect spot for your next angling escape. There are some stunning, highly sought after fish such as ‘The fully scaled’ at over 25lbs and ‘The Train’ at around 27lbs. Good mixed bags over 50lb of roach, rudd, hybrids and quality bream can be expected to pole, float and feeder. Perch to just under 6lbs have been caught in the past and in the spring and summer the lily pads and weed provide a terrific haven for the fish and great features to fish too. Fishery Information: Address: Melbury Reservoir, Nr Parkham, Bideford, EX39 5PW Fishery Size: 12 acres Number of Swims: 15 Species: Carp, Bream, Rudd, Roach, Tench, Perch, Eels Fishing Times: Open all year, from dawn until dusk for day tickets Day Permits: Available online from this website Season Permits: South West Lakes Trust 01566 771930 Contact: 01288 321262 Click here for Melbury Reservoir and South West Water Rules Find the full price list here Venue Records: Common Carp: 29lbMirror Carp: 29lbBream: 7lbPerch: 4lbEel: 4lbRoach: 3lbRudd: 1lb Directions: 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: Melbury Reservoir facilities include; car park, wheelchair friendly access and toilets