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Fishing at Hawkridge Reservoir
Hawkridge Reservoir provides a level of trout fishing to rival the best in the UK.
Important information
New ‘2 Fish Ticket’ introduced at Hawkridge
The current rod average at Hawkridge is below 1, which is why we’re introducing a limited-time ‘2 Fish Ticket’ at Hawkridge.
The reduced limit is so you can still enjoy a day’s fishing at a fair price, while catching fish is challenging.
The fish are less active and harder to catch due to the high temperatures we’re experiencing – the water temperature has now exceeded 23 degrees.
Important information
Boat fishing has returned
We are pleased to announce that we have reintroduced boats following a review of boat fishing at our fisheries.
About Hawkridge Reservoir
Despite its smaller size, the site offers some of the best trout fishing in the west country. If you favour smaller waters, it’s the perfect spot for you.
The reservoir is well stocked with sparctic, rainbow, brown, tiger, golden and blue trout – there are even some surprise double-figure specimens.
The venue responds well to floating lines and intermediates, with a variety of flies proving successful, including damsels, hare’s ears, montana and nymphs.

Book a fishing ticket
Complete our simple online form to book.
Fishing type |
2025 season dates |
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All types You can catch sparctic, rainbow, brown, tiger, golden and blue trout. |
26 February to 2 November |
Month |
Fishing ends |
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January |
Closed |
February |
6pm |
March |
6pm |
April |
7pm |
May |
8pm |
June |
8.30pm |
July |
8.30pm |
August |
7.30pm |
September |
6.30pm |
October |
6pm |
November |
4.30pm |
December |
Closed |
Ticket type |
2025 price |
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Day ticket Five fish. |
£36 |
Book of six day tickets Six day tickets for the price of five. |
£180 |
Two fish ticket Reduced bag limit of two fish. Available after 3pm or seasonally during summer months. |
£20 |
Beginner ticket Two fish bag limit, hints/tips and rod hire. Advance booking through the ranger is essential. |
£10 |
Season ticket - 100 fish Fishing for the season at your chosen fishery. Daily bag limits apply. Maximum of 100 fish per season. Maximum of four days’ fishing per week. |
£525 |
Season ticket (Sutton Bingham only) - 50 fish Fishing for the season at Sutton Bingham Reservoir. Daily bag limits apply. Maximum of 50 fish per season. Maximum of four days' fishing per week. |
£300 |
'All waters' season ticket Fishing for the season across our three main trout waters: Clatworthy, Hawkridge and Sutton Bingham. Daily bag limits apply. Maximum of 100 fish per season shared between fisheries. Maximum of four days' fishing per week. |
£650 |
Concession day ticket As per day ticket. |
£33 |
Book of six concession day tickets Six concession day tickets for the price of five. |
£165 |
Boat type |
2025 price without engine |
2025 price with engine |
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Fishing boat - Day Oars and other basic equipment are provided. Suitable for two anglers. |
£20 |
£30 |
Fishing boat - Evening Evening sessions start at 3pm. |
£15 |
£20 |
Before you fish
Site rules
Please follow our rules when visiting us.
Safety at our sites
Find out how to stay safe at our sites.
Map for anglers
View our map for more helpful information.
Fishing catch report
Gain a better understanding of our stock levels.
Finding Hawkridge Reservoir

Fishing facilities
Fishing lodge
Collect your catch-return from our fishing lodge
Boats
Take to the water and fish from a boat
Facilities for visitors with disabilities
Wheelchair-accessible toilets
Toilets
Available at the fishing lodge
Car park
Located outside the fishing lodge and near the main entrance
