Swillington Park Fishery – 5 Lakes, Swillington

About This Fishery

A five-lake day-ticket complex set in peaceful organic farmland just outside Leeds, established in the 18th century and developed into a modern commercial fishery. Swillington offers something for every style of angler: from the prolific match-style Alder and Willow lakes to the heavily stocked Chestnut carp runs water, the quality tench and barbel of Oak Lake, and the prestigious Specimen Lake for big carp to 33lb. Disabled access pegs on every lake and priority parking for blue badge holders.

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0113 286912

info@ratherbefishing.co.uk

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On Site

Car Parking

Disabled Access

Toilets

Nearby Tackle Shops

Straight-line distance from this fishery

Angling Direct Leeds

Leeds

4.6 miles

Airedale Fishing Tackle

Castleford

5.1 miles

Astcor Fishing Tackle

Ticket Prices

Subject to change — confirm with venue

Adult
Day Ticket

£8.00

Adult
Day Ticket
Specimen Lake

£12.50

Night
Night Fishing (leave by 10am)

£20.00

The Waters

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Alder Lake

Designed specifically for pole fishing. Match-style water producing good weights. Heavily stocked. Ideal for beginners and match anglers alike.

Species & Weights

Bream —

Carp —

Roach —

Chestnut Lake

The most popular lake on the complex and a reliable runs water. Carp to 24lb with regular action. Lily pads and overhanging margins are key features. Best approached with pellets and corn. Fishing shallow later in the day can produce well.

Species & Weights

Carp 24lb

Oak Lake

Known for quality Tench to 10lb and specimen Barbel. Also holds Ide, Orfe and Perch. Ideal for the angler seeking an alternative to carp fishing. Features holding areas and quality coarse fish. Match weights of 50lb-plus achievable.

Species & Weights

Barbel —

Golden Orfe —

Ide —

Perch —

Tench 10lb

Specimen Lake

15

pegs

2.5

acres

Maximum 15 anglers at any time. Transformed section of river forming the most prestigious water on the complex. Carp to 33lb with stocks up to hefty doubles throughout. Pre-booking for night sessions required. Features include a varied lakebed and margin opportunities.

Species & Weights

Ghost Carp 33lb

Willow Lake

Well stocked with Carp to 16lb and a good head of silverfish including Perch. Suit all methods. Good winter water.

Species & Weights

Carp 16lb

Perch —

Fishery Rules

Tackle

Barbless hooks only throughout the fishery.
Carp anglers must carry a landing net of appropriate size and an unhooking mat.

Conduct

All fish must be returned. No keepnets for carp.

Access

Closed 1st December to 28th February each year.
Day tickets: pay at the fishery office on arrival. No advance booking required.
Maximum 15 anglers on the Specimen Lake at any time.
Night fishing is not available on Sundays.
Night fishing must be pre-booked by phone or email. Leave by 10am the following morning.
Open Wednesday to Sunday only. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Priority parking available for disabled anglers and over 65s (blue badge or ID required).

Safety

CCTV is in operation throughout the site.