Any method fishing for rainbow trout and coarse fishing for roach
IMPORTANT ANGLING UPDATE FONTBURN RESERVOIR
Further to our last update regarding the road closure we had hoped the reservoir level would increase with the recent rainfall during this time. Having looked at the forecast it is apparent that the level will continue to fall during this time leaving the banks unsafe to fish. The safety of all visitors to our sites is our number one priority. So, with that in mind, we have no choice but to close Fontburn Reservoir, for angling, due to the low water level on the site and unsafe bank conditions. Regular anglers on the site will know that, historically, when levels have dropped – as they do naturally – we have suspended angling on site, and this is the situation at present.
While we understand this will be a disappointment for people who like to visit the site, we hope you understand that your safety must come first and ask that people respect the closure. We will continue to monitor the site, with safety at the forefront of our minds, and update this page when we have news on a date for re-opening.
We look forward to being able to welcome people back to Fontburn when the time is right and hope that, in the meantime, you continue to enjoy our other sites safely. In the meantime, Rainbow Trout angling remains available at Kielder Water, Derwent and Grassholme reservoirs.
Fontburn offers top class trout fishing for fly and any method anglers, alongside holding good stocks of pristine roach for coarse anglers. Fontburn is suitable for disabled anglers with an accessible platform on the north shore.
For those anglers who like to wander, the lightly fished middle and western end of the north and south shore can provide some excellent sport when the trout are well spread.
All fish stocked are from our own onsite fish farm, and some of those stocked are tagged fish with cash prizes available. You can also loose feed and ground bait around the reservoir.
On-site we have an excellent lodge shop stocked with everything you need for a days fishing including rods, reels, tackle, accessories, clothing, worms, bait, ice creams and refreshments including hot and cold drinks.
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| Permit Type | Full Day | Concessions |
|---|---|---|
| Full day permit (8 fish) | £30 | £28 |
| Full day permit (5 fish) | £26 | N/A |
| Two rods Anglers can pay an extra £5 to fish with two rods. This offer is for an individual angler to use only. | £5 | £5 |
| Under 17's Day Permit (2 fish) | £12 | N/A |
| Catch & Release Sporting Permit - Fly and Spinning (optional 2 fish) | £21 | N/A |
| Coarse Fishing | £12 | N/A |
Two rod permits – T&Cs apply and can be found when booking online. This permit allows an individual angler to fish with two rods.
Concessions permits – T&Cs apply and can be found when booking online. This permit applies to any angler at the age of 65 or over or who has a blue badge.
Couples permit – Discontinued.
T&C’s for all permits are shown when booking online. When you reach your catch you must stop fishing immediately.
Up to two children under 17 can fish free when one parent/guardian buys a standard day permit.
Parking charges are included in your fishing permit price.
Day permits are available to buy from Fontburn. Permits can also be bought in advance using your debit or credit card by calling on 01669 621368 or online at www.bookwhen.com/watersideparksnorth
Please note your EA rod licence must be purchased online at https://www.gov.uk/fishing-licences/buy-a-fishing-licence before fishing at one of our sites. Due to government changes, we are no longer able to sell a rod licence at our Waterside Parks.
Important information for all anglers – Check, Clean, Dry!
Before coming to our reservoir site please check your clothing and equipment are free of all plants and animals, such as crayfish, mussels and shrimp. Invasive non-native species can seriously impact our fisheries by eating young fish, consuming food resources, carrying fish diseases and affecting water quality. Harmful invasive species can easily be spread to our sites on damp clothing and angling equipment.
To protect our fisheries please follow the Check, Clean, Dry procedure:
These simple steps will help to prevent the spread of harmful invasive species into your fishery. Once introduced, invasive species are nearly impossible to remove, so we must all take steps to prevent their entry.
We have provided some useful location tips to help you catch. Our rangers are also very happy to assist you in choosing the best method, flies and baits for you to have a fantastic day fishing. Speak to them on your arrival in the shop or as they are working around the reservoir.
Provides access to deep water, a great spot in bright hot conditions for both fly and any method anglers.
Easy access, fishes consistently well all year round to all methods. Both shallow and deep water is available and within easy casting range.
Easy access area providing shelter productive shallows gradually going to deeper water. A great spot for fly anglers during windy conditions.
Located off the A696, on the B3642, close to the village of Rothbury
Find us using sat nav:
NE61 4PL
