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Oakfield Fishery
Oakfield gives you three different coarse-fishing options near Aylesbury: island-packed Brook, mixed-stock Swallow and specimen carp water Red Kite. Brook and Swallow are cash walk-ups; Red Kite needs booking before you go.
“7.6/10 — Mixed coarse stocks, Brook’s island features and Red Kite’s listed specimen carp give anglers distinct fishing options.”
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The lowdown
Oakfield Fishery sits on Kingswood Lane, Kingswood, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0EQ. There are three fishing lakes here, covering approximately five acres within a 17-acre site. It’s a handy split for anglers who don’t all want the same sort of day: mixed coarse fishing on Brook and Swallow, or a more focused carp session on Red Kite.
- 3 lakes: Brook, Swallow, Red Kite
- Fish: carp, bream, roach, perch, barbel, tench
- Tickets from: Listed adult day ticket: Brook and Swallow, up to two rods — £11
- Find it: Aylesbury · HP18 0EQ
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The full rundown on Oakfield Fishery
Oakfield Fishery sits on Kingswood Lane, Kingswood, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0EQ. There are three fishing lakes here, covering approximately five acres within a 17-acre site. It’s a handy split for anglers who don’t all want the same sort of day: mixed coarse fishing on Brook and Swallow, or a more focused carp session on Red Kite. One useful arrival tip: the mapped coordinates identify the lakes, not the entrance, so don’t blindly follow the pin right to the water.
Brook is the one with the clearest pole-fishing setup. Approximately one acre holds 30 pegs and seven islands, all described as being within pole reach. That gives you proper features to think about rather than just a stretch of open water. Its mix includes F1s, common and mirror carp, bream, roach and perch. The fishery describes its F1s as generally weighing 3–9lb-plus, so this isn’t presented as just tiny-fish fishing. Open matches are listed on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Swallow is also approximately one acre, with common and mirror carp alongside barbel and tench. That’s a different mix from Brook, and worth noticing if those last two species are part of the appeal. An older listing gives Swallow 26 pegs; treat that as an older layout description rather than a promise about today’s availability. Between these two lakes, there’s a straightforward choice for a mixed coarse day without having to book Red Kite’s specimen-carp option.
Red Kite is the bigger water at approximately three acres. It’s now listed as a specimen carp lake, with common and mirror carp exceeding 30lb. Those are proper lumps, but a listed stock size isn’t a promise of a bite, never mind a PB. The important practical difference is access: Red Kite requires advance booking through Clubmate, with no unbooked walk-ons. Choose the lake before you set off rather than assuming you can turn up and pick any swim.
For Brook and Swallow, walk-up day tickets are paid in cash at the self-service ticket office before fishing. Listed tickets allow up to two rods, as does the Red Kite day ticket. Spectators are listed as free. Bringing a youngster? Under-16s fishing Brook or Swallow must accompany an adult aged at least 21. Fishing hours are dawn until dusk, with no night fishing listed; season dates aren’t specified, so check those before planning around a particular time of year.
The practical bits include hardstanding parking, gravel paths to permanent pegs and four toilets, including ladies’ and accessible toilets. That’s useful bank-side provision without needing to dress it up. Keep the rules bob on: barbless hooks, no dogs, no removing fish and no unattended baited lines. Spinning, lures and live or dead baiting are also prohibited. We haven’t fished Oakfield ourselves, so this is a guide to its published setup, not a claim that we’ve been down and bagged up.
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Oakfield Fishery FAQs
Where is Oakfield Fishery?
Kingswood Lane, Kingswood, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0EQ. The mapped coordinates identify the lakes rather than the entrance.
Can I fish at night?
No night fishing is listed. Published fishing hours are dawn until dusk.
Can someone come along without fishing?
Yes, spectators are listed as free.
Is Oakfield open throughout the year?
Season dates aren’t specified in the checked angling guide, so confirm before travelling.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Oakfield Fishery. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Aylesbury.
Do I need to bring food?
We haven't seen any food on site, so bring your own grub and drinks. A flask and a stove (where allowed) make a long day much better.
Are there toilets on site?
Yes — the fishery lists four toilets, including ladies’ and accessible toilets.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — hardstanding parking. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
HP18 0EQ.
How much is a ticket?
Listed adult day ticket: Brook and Swallow, up to two rods: £11; Listed junior day ticket: Brook and Swallow only, up to two rods: £6; Listed Red Kite day ticket: up to two rods: £15. Prices last checked 2026-10-03 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Brook, Swallow. Busy weekends can fill up, so ring ahead if you've got your heart set on a swim.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find carp, bream, roach, perch, barbel, tench. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
3 — Brook (Approximately one acre), Swallow (Approximately one acre), Red Kite (Approximately three acres).
Is night fishing allowed?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Can I bring my dog?
No — Published rules prohibit dogs.
Are bait boats allowed?
We haven't seen a bait-boat rule listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Do I need barbless hooks?
Yes, it's required — Published rules require barbless hooks.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
Bring one either way — most fisheries expect it and the fish deserve it.
Is it suitable for disabled anglers?
The fishery lists four toilets, including ladies’ and accessible toilets. Ring ahead to check which swims suit you.
Do I need a rod licence?
Yes — anyone 13 or over fishing in England and Wales needs an Environment Agency rod licence (or Natural Resources Wales in Wales), on top of your fishery ticket.
When's the best time of year to fish here?
Late spring through autumn is prime for most species. Check our live weather edge for this venue before you go — it updates daily.
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Brook: seven islands within pole reach
- Size
- Approximately one acre acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, bream, roach, perch
Brook packs 30 pegs and seven islands into approximately one acre. Those islands are described as being within pole-fishing reach, giving the lake a clear feature-led appeal for pole anglers.
There are F1s, commons and mirrors alongside bream, roach and perch. Open matches are listed on Wednesdays and Saturdays, so check availability if you’re planning a pleasure session on either day.
The fishery describes F1s as generally weighing 3–9lb-plus.
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A look around Brook
Oakfield Fishery
Brook
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Suits
- Pole anglers wanting island features within reach
- Mixed coarse anglers and open-match anglers
Maybe not for
- Anglers specifically seeking Oakfield’s specimen carp water
- Anyone wanting night fishing
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Brook
carp
Light baiting tight to the island margins
Carp patrol the island margins on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
bream
Waggler and groundbait for bream
If they're within waggler range, float fishing over balls of groundbait is a great way to pick off bream.
- Ball in groundbait with casters and chopped worm at the start.
- Set the float a touch over-depth and watch for slow lifts.
- Top up when bites slow.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Brook FAQs
How many pegs does Brook have?
The fishery lists 30 pegs on approximately one acre.
When are Brook’s open matches?
The official Brook page lists Wednesdays and Saturdays; check arrangements before travelling.
What's the lake record on Brook?
Going by what the fishery says: The fishery describes F1s as generally weighing 3–9lb-plus. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Brook?
carp, bream, roach, perch. The fishery describes F1s as generally weighing 3–9lb-plus.
How big is Brook and how many swims?
Around Approximately one acre acres. Seven islands within pole reach.
Which baits work well on Brook?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Brook further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Brook get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Brook?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Oakfield Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Brook?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Brook on a day ticket?
Yes — Brook is on the day ticket. Tickets: Listed adult day ticket: Brook and Swallow, up to two rods £11; Listed junior day ticket: Brook and Swallow only, up to two rods £6; Listed Red Kite day ticket: up to two rods £15 (last checked 2026-10-03).
Is night fishing allowed on Brook?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Brook suit?
Good for: Pole anglers wanting island features within reach; Mixed coarse anglers and open-match anglers. Less suited to: Anglers specifically seeking Oakfield’s specimen carp water; Anyone wanting night fishing.
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Swallow: carp, barbel and tench on a walk-up ticket
- Size
- Approximately one acre acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, barbel, tench
Swallow is approximately one acre and holds common and mirror carp, barbel and tench. It’s the alternative to Brook if that species mix takes your fancy.
An older listing gives it 26 pegs, so check the current layout rather than banking on that count. Access is straightforward: walk up, bring cash and pay at the self-service ticket office before fishing.
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A look around Swallow
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Swallow
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Suits
- Coarse anglers interested in carp, barbel and tench
- Anglers wanting a cash walk-up day ticket
Maybe not for
- Anglers specifically seeking the listed 30lb-plus carp water
- Anyone planning an overnight session
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Swallow
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
Swallow FAQs
Does Swallow need advance booking?
Swallow accepts walk-up, cash day-ticket payments; pay before fishing.
Can juniors fish Swallow?
Yes. Junior tickets are listed, and under-16s must accompany an adult aged at least 21.
What's the lake record on Swallow?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Swallow that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
What fish are in Swallow?
carp, barbel, tench.
How big is Swallow and how many swims?
Around Approximately one acre acres. Carp, barbel and tench on a walk-up ticket.
Which baits work well on Swallow?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Swallow further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Swallow get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Swallow?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Oakfield Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Swallow?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Swallow on a day ticket?
Yes — Swallow is on the day ticket. Tickets: Listed adult day ticket: Brook and Swallow, up to two rods £11; Listed junior day ticket: Brook and Swallow only, up to two rods £6; Listed Red Kite day ticket: up to two rods £15 (last checked 2026-10-03).
Is night fishing allowed on Swallow?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Swallow suit?
Good for: Coarse anglers interested in carp, barbel and tench; Anglers wanting a cash walk-up day ticket. Less suited to: Anglers specifically seeking the listed 30lb-plus carp water; Anyone planning an overnight session.
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Pre-book only
Red Kite: oakfield’s prebooked specimen carp option
- Size
- Approximately three acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
At approximately three acres, Red Kite is Oakfield’s largest lake. It is now listed as a specimen carp water with commons and mirrors exceeding 30lb — the clear option here if bigger carp are your focus.
Don’t turn up expecting a walk-on ticket. Advance booking through Clubmate is required, and the listed day ticket permits up to two rods. No night fishing is listed.
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A look around Red Kite
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Red Kite
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Suits
- Carp anglers interested in a listed 30lb-plus stock
- Anglers happy to arrange their session in advance
Maybe not for
- Unbooked walk-up anglers
- Anglers wanting night fishing
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Red Kite
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
Red Kite FAQs
How do I book Red Kite?
Book in advance through Clubmate; unbooked walk-ons are not accepted.
What size carp are listed?
Red Kite is listed as holding common and mirror carp exceeding 30lb; that’s a stock description, not a catch guarantee.
What's the lake record on Red Kite?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Red Kite that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
What fish are in Red Kite?
carp.
How big is Red Kite and how many swims?
Around Approximately three acres acres. Oakfield’s prebooked specimen carp option.
Which baits work well on Red Kite?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Red Kite further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Red Kite get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Red Kite?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Oakfield Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Red Kite?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Red Kite on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Red Kite in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Red Kite?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Red Kite suit?
Good for: Carp anglers interested in a listed 30lb-plus stock; Anglers happy to arrange their session in advance. Less suited to: Unbooked walk-up anglers; Anglers wanting night fishing.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Are barbless hooks required?
Published rules require barbless hooks.
- No
Are dogs allowed?
Published rules prohibit dogs.
- No
Can fish be removed?
Removing fish is prohibited.
- No
Can baited lines be left unattended?
Baited lines must not be left unattended.
- No
Are spinning, lures or live and dead baiting allowed?
Published rules prohibit spinning, lures and live or dead baiting.
- Must
Must under-16s have adult accompaniment?
On Brook and Swallow, under-16s must accompany an adult aged at least 21.
- Must
Must Red Kite be booked ahead?
Advance booking through Clubmate is required; no unbooked walk-ons.
- Must
Must walk-up tickets be paid for before fishing?
For Brook and Swallow, pay cash at the self-service ticket office before fishing.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 3 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Tips & guides worth reading
How we'd fish each lake
Our own suggestions, worked out from each lake's features, its main fish and the venue rules. They're tried-and-tested methods, not reports from this venue, so watch the water and ask in the tackle shop on the day.
Brook
carp
Light baiting tight to the island margins
Carp patrol the island margins on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
bream
Waggler and groundbait for bream
If they're within waggler range, float fishing over balls of groundbait is a great way to pick off bream.
- Ball in groundbait with casters and chopped worm at the start.
- Set the float a touch over-depth and watch for slow lifts.
- Top up when bites slow.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Swallow
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
Red Kite
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
Good background reading. Most of it is a few years old, so treat it as a starting point and ask on the day.
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What anglers reckon
7.6/10 from Tackle Index: Mixed coarse stocks, Brook’s island features and Red Kite’s listed specimen carp give anglers distinct fishing options.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Oakfield gives you three different coarse-fishing options near Aylesbury: island-packed Brook, mixed-stock Swallow and specimen carp water Red Kite. Brook and Swallow are cash walk-ups; Red Kite needs booking before you go.”
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