Bitterwell Lake

Bitterwell Lake is a Fishing Lake and recreational area for the public, subject to notices regarding fishing competitions closing certain sections on occasions (less than once a week).  Dogs MUST be kept on a lead at all times. (Please note that anyone not complying with this rule may be asked to leave). Please take your litter home – “Leave Nothing But Footprints”. For more information please visit the Bitterwell Lake website.

You will notice that the Parish Council have had to install Otter Fencing, and whilst not ideal, this is to protect the fish and fishing after otters started to predate the fish.  These new otter gates will be open during Lake opening times.

For more information on fishing or coaching, contact our Lake Manager Paul on either 07717 131438 or 07407 657429 or by email bitterwelllakefishing@gmail.com

For any other matters please contact the Parish Clerk. 

Residents permits

If you live within the Parish Council boundary (shown on your Council Tax bill) you are entitled to a free fishing permit for Bitterwell Lake for one rod. A second rod will be charged at a lower price daily ticket. Permits are not transferable, so all members of the household that wish to fish should apply for their own permit (including children under the age of 16 years).

PLEASE NOTE where multiple permits are issued at one address, free fishing will be limited to one platform and a maximum of two rods at any one time. Use of more rods or platforms will incur a day ticket charge implemented by the Lake Manager.

Permits are valid for 12 months from the date of issue, and you may reapply each year.

If you have any questions about the application process please contact the Clerk.

Environment Agency Rod Licences

If you are aged 13 years or over by law you must have a valid rod fishing licence.

If you are over 16 years of age, you have to pay for a rod licence.

Rod licences are still required for those aged between 13 and 16 years of age, although this is free on application.

Your Lambeth permit application will not be processed unless you can provide proof that you have a valid rod licence, and there are severe penalties if you are caught fishing without one.

For more information on Environment Agency rod licences, including current fees and how to apply for one, please go to the Environment Agency rod fishing licence site, call 0344 800 5386, or ask at your local post office.

For matters regarding fishing visit the Bitterwell Lake website or contact Lake Manager Paul on 07717 131438/ 07407 657429 or bitterwelllakefishing@gmail.com

For any other matters about Bitterwell Lake contact the owners – Westerleigh & Coalpit Heath Parish Council via the Clerk.

Note that children under the age of 16 years will not be admitted or permitted to fish unless accompanied by an adult in possession of a permit for that child.

Important announcement:

From Sunday September 1st 2019 Bitterwell Lake has a new Fishery Management team led by Paul Isaacs.

Please see the Notice Board at the Lake for more information

https://bitterwelllake.co.uk/lake-%26-angling-rules