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Eden Grange Fishery
Three lakes, mixed coarse fishing and a shot at a proper carp: Eden Grange in Shildon gives you a few ways to spend a day on the bank. Pleasure fishing needs no advance booking, but check match availability before loading the car.
“7.4/10 — Three stocked waters offer mixed coarse fishing, match-style fishing and a reported 30lb carp ceiling.”
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The lowdown
Eden Grange Fishery sits off Dale Road in Shildon, County Durham, with three fishing lakes within a 12-acre site. That’s the whole site, mind, not the size of any individual lake. The postcode is DL4 2QD, and the choice is straightforward: Hackworth Lake, Match Pond or Runswater. Between them, there’s mixed coarse fishing, a snake lake and carp reported up to 30lb.
- 3 lakes: Hackworth Lake, Match Pond, Runswater
- Fish: carp, tench, chub, roach, rudd, perch, bream, crucian
- Tickets from: Adult full-day — one rod — £12
- Find it: Shildon · DL4 2QD
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The full rundown on Eden Grange Fishery
Eden Grange Fishery sits off Dale Road in Shildon, County Durham, with three fishing lakes within a 12-acre site. That’s the whole site, mind, not the size of any individual lake. The postcode is DL4 2QD, and the choice is straightforward: Hackworth Lake, Match Pond or Runswater. Between them, there’s mixed coarse fishing, a snake lake and carp reported up to 30lb. Plenty to help you pick a water that matches the sort of day you fancy.
Hackworth is the mixed-species option, with 24 pegs and an average depth of four feet. Its listed stock includes carp, tench, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers and crucian carp. That’s a cracking spread if your idea of a good session isn’t all about one species. You’ve got more than carp to think about here, so it makes sense to choose this lake for variety rather than head over expecting a dedicated big-fish water.
Match Pond brings a different layout: a 12-peg snake lake averaging three to four feet deep. Carp, chub, ide, F1s, rudd and skimmers are listed. If a compact match-style water is your thing, this is the one to look at first. Runswater has 14 pegs and the headline carp claim, but it isn’t carp-only either. Tench, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers, F1s and crucians are also listed, giving it a broader mix than the name alone might suggest.
For pleasure fishing, there’s no advance booking to faff about with. Pegs are first come, first served, though, and you can’t reserve your favourite spot. The important catch is availability: events and matches can prevent access. The pleasure-fishing page lists matches on Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, while the dedicated match page asks anglers to contact the fishery for details and bookings. A quick check is a sensible move, especially if you’ve got your heart set on one particular lake.
Sort the tackle before you leave home. Hooks must be barbless, braid is banned and pleasure anglers can leave the keepnet behind: those are only allowed during official matches. Landing nets and unhooking mats need dipping in the car-park tank before fishing. On Runswater, a large carp-friendly mat is compulsory. Every fish must go back into the pond it came from, too. Simple things, but getting them bob on saves an awkward reshuffle once you’re at your peg.
Bring cash for the published day-ticket tariff, and check the seasonal hours below rather than assuming every day finishes at the same time. Sunday summer hours are shorter, winter has different weekday starts, and there’s no admission after 16:00. The tackle shop also shuts at 16:00. Night fishing isn’t confirmed by the current prices and hours, so ask before planning anything overnight. Pick your lake, check access and arrive with the right kit: that’s the practical way to approach this three-water venue.
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Eden Grange Fishery FAQs
Where is Eden Grange Fishery?
Off Dale Road, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 2QD.
Do I need to book pleasure fishing?
No advance booking is required, but events and matches can prevent access. Matches are listed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, so check availability before travelling. Pegs are first come, first served.
Can I pay by card?
The published day-ticket tariff is cash only and effective from 1 April 2025. Bring cash; no three-rod concession option is listed.
Is night fishing available?
The current official prices and hours don’t confirm night fishing or an overnight tariff. Ask the fishery before planning a night on the bank.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
There's tackle shop on site, so you can grab bits on the day. For anything bigger, stock up before you leave home — or order online in advance.
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?
Not that we've seen listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — car park. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
DL4 2QD.
How much is a ticket?
Adult full-day — one rod: £12; Adult full-day — two rods: £14; Adult full-day — three rods: £16; Concession full-day — one rod: £10; Concession full-day — two rods: £12; Blue Badge holder full-day — one rod: £10; Blue Badge holder full-day — two rods: £12; Child full-day — one rod, sharing an adult peg: £10; Child full-day — one rod, own peg: £12. Prices last checked 2026-10-05 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Hackworth Lake, Match Pond, Runswater. 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, tench, chub, roach, rudd, perch, bream, crucian. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
3 — Hackworth Lake (Not published), Match Pond (Not published), Runswater (Not published).
Can I bring my dog?
Not covered in the rules we've checked. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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 — Only barbless hooks are permitted.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
Yes, it's required — Dip both in the car-park tank before fishing.
Is it suitable for disabled anglers?
We haven't seen disabled access listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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.
Day ticket · turn up
Hackworth Lake: 24 pegs and a proper mixed-coarse line-up
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, chub, roach, rudd, perch, bream, crucian
Hackworth has 24 pegs and averages four feet deep. Its broad stock list makes it the natural starting point if you fancy a mixed-species day rather than putting everything into chasing carp.
Tench and crucians sit alongside roach, rudd, perch, chub, ide and skimmers, with carp in the mix too. Pleasure fishing needs no advance booking, but match and event availability still needs checking.
Stocks carp, tench, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers and crucian carp.
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Hackworth Lake
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Suits
- Pleasure anglers after a mixed-species session
- Anglers who want carp alongside other coarse fish
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a reserved peg
- Anglers specifically choosing a water for a published specimen-carp claim
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Hackworth Lake
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
carp
Chod or helicopter style over soft weed and silt
Where the bottom drops in and out of holes or there might be soft silt or weed, a pop-up that slides up the leader sits over the muck instead of disappearing into it — no need to find a perfectly clean spot.
- Single pop-up, 2–3in off the bottom.
- Fish it as a single hookbait or with a light scattering of freebies — a big bed defeats the point.
- Cast to likely holes and let the lead settle; don't drag it back.
Venue rule: Leadcore is banned here, so run it on a mono or tubing leader with the top bead set to release — never fixed.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
Hackworth Lake FAQs
How deep is Hackworth Lake?
The published average depth is four feet; it has 24 pegs.
Are there tench and crucians?
Yes, both tench and crucian carp are on the lake’s stock list.
What's the lake record on Hackworth Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocks carp, tench, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers and crucian carp. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Hackworth Lake?
carp, tench, chub, roach, rudd, perch, bream, crucian. Stocks carp, tench, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers and crucian carp.
How big is Hackworth Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. 24 pegs and a proper mixed-coarse line-up.
Which baits work well on Hackworth Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Hackworth Lake 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 Hackworth Lake 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 Hackworth Lake?
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 Eden Grange Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Hackworth Lake?
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 Hackworth Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Hackworth Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult full-day — one rod £12; Adult full-day — two rods £14; Adult full-day — three rods £16; Concession full-day — one rod £10; Concession full-day — two rods £12; Blue Badge holder full-day — one rod £10; Blue Badge holder full-day — two rods £12; Child full-day — one rod, sharing an adult peg £10; Child full-day — one rod, own peg £12 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Hackworth Lake?
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 Hackworth Lake suit?
Good for: Pleasure anglers after a mixed-species session; Anglers who want carp alongside other coarse fish. Less suited to: Anyone wanting a reserved peg; Anglers specifically choosing a water for a published specimen-carp claim.
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Match Pond: a 12-peg snake lake with carp, f1s and silvers
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, chub, rudd, bream
Match Pond is a 12-peg snake lake averaging three to four feet deep. It’s the clearly defined match-style layout in Eden Grange’s three-lake line-up.
The listed mix is carp, chub, ide, F1s, rudd and skimmers. Fancy getting involved in a match? Contact the fishery for details and bookings rather than assuming a place is available.
Stocks carp, chub, ide, F1s, rudd and skimmers.
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Match Pond
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Suits
- Anglers who enjoy snake-lake layouts
- Match-minded anglers after carp, F1s and silvers
Maybe not for
- Anglers looking for a deep-water venue
- Anyone needing guaranteed pleasure-fishing access without checking
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Match Pond
carp
Chod or helicopter style over soft weed and silt
Where the bottom drops in and out of holes or there might be soft silt or weed, a pop-up that slides up the leader sits over the muck instead of disappearing into it — no need to find a perfectly clean spot.
- Single pop-up, 2–3in off the bottom.
- Fish it as a single hookbait or with a light scattering of freebies — a big bed defeats the point.
- Cast to likely holes and let the lead settle; don't drag it back.
Venue rule: Leadcore is banned here, so run it on a mono or tubing leader with the top bead set to release — never fixed.
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
rudd
Floating baits and shallow float for rudd
Rudd feed high in the water, often near reeds and lilies on warm days. Fish up in the water to them, not on the bottom.
- A light waggler set 1–2ft deep with a single maggot or caster on a size 18.
- Loose-feed little and often to bring them up.
- Floating bread flake works brilliantly in summer.
Match Pond FAQs
What sort of layout does Match Pond have?
It’s a snake lake with 12 pegs and an average depth of three to four feet.
How do I book a match?
Contact the fishery for match details and bookings.
What's the lake record on Match Pond?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocks carp, chub, ide, F1s, rudd and skimmers. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Match Pond?
carp, chub, rudd, bream. Stocks carp, chub, ide, F1s, rudd and skimmers.
How big is Match Pond and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A 12-peg snake lake with carp, F1s and silvers.
Which baits work well on Match Pond?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Match Pond 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 Match Pond 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 Match Pond?
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 Eden Grange Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Match Pond?
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 Match Pond on a day ticket?
Yes — Match Pond is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult full-day — one rod £12; Adult full-day — two rods £14; Adult full-day — three rods £16; Concession full-day — one rod £10; Concession full-day — two rods £12; Blue Badge holder full-day — one rod £10; Blue Badge holder full-day — two rods £12; Child full-day — one rod, sharing an adult peg £10; Child full-day — one rod, own peg £12 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Match Pond?
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 Match Pond suit?
Good for: Anglers who enjoy snake-lake layouts; Match-minded anglers after carp, F1s and silvers. Less suited to: Anglers looking for a deep-water venue; Anyone needing guaranteed pleasure-fishing access without checking.
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Runswater: 14 pegs and carp reported up to 30lb
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, chub, roach, rudd, perch, bream, crucian
Runswater carries Eden Grange’s headline carp claim, with specimens reported up to 30lb across a 14-peg water. That gives carp anglers a clear reason to take a closer look, without treating the name as a promise of easy bites.
It’s not just about the lumps. A broad supporting mix includes tench, crucians, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers and F1s. Bring a large carp-friendly mat: it’s compulsory here, and it must be dipped before fishing.
Specimen carp reported up to 30lb. Also stocks tench, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers, F1s and crucian carp.
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Runswater
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Suits
- Carp anglers interested in the fishery’s reported 30lb specimens
- Pleasure anglers wanting mixed stock alongside larger carp
Maybe not for
- Anyone without a large carp-friendly unhooking mat
- Anglers planning an overnight session without confirming availability
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Runswater
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.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
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.
Runswater FAQs
How big are the carp in Runswater?
The fishery reports specimen carp up to 30lb.
Do I need a particular unhooking mat?
Yes. A large carp-friendly mat is compulsory on Runswater, and nets and mats must be dipped in the car-park tank before fishing.
What's the lake record on Runswater?
Going by what the fishery says: Specimen carp reported up to 30lb. Also stocks tench, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers, F1s and crucian carp. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Runswater?
carp, tench, chub, roach, rudd, perch, bream, crucian. Specimen carp reported up to 30lb. Also stocks tench, chub, ide, roach, rudd, perch, skimmers, F1s and crucian carp.
How big is Runswater and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. 14 pegs and carp reported up to 30lb.
Which baits work well on Runswater?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Runswater 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 Runswater 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 Runswater?
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 Eden Grange Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Runswater?
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 Runswater on a day ticket?
Yes — Runswater is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult full-day — one rod £12; Adult full-day — two rods £14; Adult full-day — three rods £16; Concession full-day — one rod £10; Concession full-day — two rods £12; Blue Badge holder full-day — one rod £10; Blue Badge holder full-day — two rods £12; Child full-day — one rod, sharing an adult peg £10; Child full-day — one rod, own peg £12 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Runswater?
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 Runswater suit?
Good for: Carp anglers interested in the fishery’s reported 30lb specimens; Pleasure anglers wanting mixed stock alongside larger carp. Less suited to: Anyone without a large carp-friendly unhooking mat; Anglers planning an overnight session without confirming availability.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Must I use barbless hooks?
Only barbless hooks are permitted.
- No
Can I use braid?
Braid is prohibited.
- No
Can I use a keepnet while pleasure fishing?
Keepnets are allowed only during official matches.
- Must
Must I dip my landing net and unhooking mat?
Dip both in the car-park tank before fishing.
- Must
Is a large carp-friendly mat compulsory on Runswater?
Runswater requires a large carp-friendly unhooking mat.
- Must
Must fish go back into the same pond?
Return every fish to the pond where it was caught.
- No
Can I reserve a peg?
Pegs are allocated first come, first served and cannot be reserved.
- No
Can I arrive after 16:00?
No admission after 16:00; the tackle shop also closes at 16:00.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 5 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.
Hackworth Lake
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
carp
Chod or helicopter style over soft weed and silt
Where the bottom drops in and out of holes or there might be soft silt or weed, a pop-up that slides up the leader sits over the muck instead of disappearing into it — no need to find a perfectly clean spot.
- Single pop-up, 2–3in off the bottom.
- Fish it as a single hookbait or with a light scattering of freebies — a big bed defeats the point.
- Cast to likely holes and let the lead settle; don't drag it back.
Venue rule: Leadcore is banned here, so run it on a mono or tubing leader with the top bead set to release — never fixed.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
Match Pond
carp
Chod or helicopter style over soft weed and silt
Where the bottom drops in and out of holes or there might be soft silt or weed, a pop-up that slides up the leader sits over the muck instead of disappearing into it — no need to find a perfectly clean spot.
- Single pop-up, 2–3in off the bottom.
- Fish it as a single hookbait or with a light scattering of freebies — a big bed defeats the point.
- Cast to likely holes and let the lead settle; don't drag it back.
Venue rule: Leadcore is banned here, so run it on a mono or tubing leader with the top bead set to release — never fixed.
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
rudd
Floating baits and shallow float for rudd
Rudd feed high in the water, often near reeds and lilies on warm days. Fish up in the water to them, not on the bottom.
- A light waggler set 1–2ft deep with a single maggot or caster on a size 18.
- Loose-feed little and often to bring them up.
- Floating bread flake works brilliantly in summer.
Runswater
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.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
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.
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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7.4/10 from Tackle Index: Three stocked waters offer mixed coarse fishing, match-style fishing and a reported 30lb carp ceiling.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Three lakes, mixed coarse fishing and a shot at a proper carp: Eden Grange in Shildon gives you a few ways to spend a day on the bank. Pleasure fishing needs no advance booking, but check match availability before loading the car.”
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