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Westwood Lakes
Westwood Lakes near Boston has seven stocked lakes, with plenty of choice for mixed-coarse pleasure fishing and matches. Think narrow channels, island features and a £9 day ticket rather than a big-water carp campaign.
“7.6/10 — Seven stocked lakes and an established open-match programme give pleasure and match anglers plenty to work with.”
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The lowdown
Westwood Lakes sits on Five House Lane in Wyberton, near Boston, Lincolnshire. There are seven stocked lakes here, so choosing your peg starts with choosing the sort of day you fancy. A relaxed pleasure session, taking a youngster fishing or getting involved in an open match all have a place in the published line-up.
- 7 lakes: Falcon, Hawk, Kestrel, Kingfisher, Osprey, Skylark, Swallow
- Fish: carp, barbel, tench, roach, bream, chub, crucian
- Tickets from: Day ticket — £9
- Find it: Boston · PE21 7JA
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The full rundown on Westwood Lakes
Westwood Lakes sits on Five House Lane in Wyberton, near Boston, Lincolnshire. There are seven stocked lakes here, so choosing your peg starts with choosing the sort of day you fancy. A relaxed pleasure session, taking a youngster fishing or getting involved in an open match all have a place in the published line-up. We haven’t fished it ourselves, but there’s plenty of useful detail to help you pick a lake without going in blind.
The layouts give the place its character. Falcon is a horseshoe-shaped snake lake with 52 pegs, while Hawk has 20 pegs fishing outwards from a central island. Kestrel brings four islands and 30 pegs; Kingfisher has two islands and 22 pegs. Those are proper differences when you’re deciding what sort of water you want in front of you, rather than simply picking whichever lake name sounds nicest.
If you like knowing the shape beneath the float, Osprey has the clearest published breakdown: shallow shelves at 2 feet and a central channel running 3.5–5 feet deep. Skylark is described as roughly 13 metres wide, with 12 metres between pegs, while Swallow averages 20 metres across. Handy starting points for thinking about your approach, but not a substitute for plumbing your own swim. These dimensions and stock descriptions come from lake profiles dated 2013–2015, not fresh measurements.
Fish-wise, this is mixed-coarse territory. Carp and F1s feature across several lake descriptions, alongside combinations of barbel, tench, bream, roach, crucians and other coarse species. Hawk is promoted for younger anglers, and Kingfisher is primarily a pleasure-fishing lake. That gives you a useful steer without pretending any particular peg guarantees a bite. There are no checked fish weights here, so we’re not dressing it up as somewhere to chase a particular-sized lump or promise yourself a PB.
The standard day ticket is £9, covering 07:30–18:00. Guest tickets have separate dawn-to-dusk terms and are for pleasure fishing only, so don’t muddle those up with match entry. Opens run on Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday, with an over-50s open on Thursday. Spaces are limited and can be booked by phone. The published draw is in Fisherman’s Rest café, which gives match anglers a clear meeting point before heading to their pegs.
Before packing the bait bag, have a proper look at the restrictions. Feed pellets must be bought from the fishery, hooks must be manufactured barbless, and groundbait has both a quantity limit and rules on how it goes in. Floating baits and surface fishing are out. Under-16s need suitable adult supervision too. Get those basics bob on, check your chosen lake is available, and there’s less faff when you arrive.
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Westwood Lakes FAQs
Where is Westwood Lakes?
On Five House Lane, Wyberton, near Boston, Lincolnshire. Map coordinates identify the approximate lake complex, not necessarily its entrance.
How do I book an open match?
Call the fishery, option 2. Spaces are limited. Opens are listed for Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday, plus an over-50s open on Thursday. The draw is at 08:45 in Fisherman’s Rest café, with fishing 10:15–15:15, subject to change.
Do guest tickets cover matches?
No. Guest day and weekly tickets are for pleasure fishing only and exclude matches. Match peg fees are £9 per peg; open matches have separate all-in prices.
Can I night fish, and are there seasonal closures?
Night-fishing permission isn’t confirmed, and published guest access ends at dusk. The ticket page gives fishing hours but no seasonal opening or closing dates, so check directly rather than assuming overnight or year-round access.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Westwood Lakes. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Boston.
Do I need to bring food?
There's fisherman’s rest café listed, but opening times vary, so pack snacks and plenty of water just in case — especially on a long session.
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?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off. Bring a barrow in case it's a walk.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
PE21 7JA.
How much is a ticket?
Day ticket: £9; Guest day ticket: £9; Guest weekly ticket: £40; Match peg fees: £9 per peg; Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday open matches: £25 all-in; Thursday over-50s open match: £20 all-in; Optional superpool: £5. 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 Falcon, Hawk, Kestrel, Kingfisher, Osprey, Skylark, 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, barbel, tench, roach, bream, chub, crucian. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
7 — Falcon (Not published), Hawk (Not published), Kestrel (Not published), Kingfisher (Not published), Osprey (Not published), Skylark (Not published), Swallow (Not published).
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?
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 — Manufactured barbless hooks only; maximum standard hook size 12.
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?
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.
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Falcon: a 52-peg horseshoe snake lake
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, barbel
Falcon is the horseshoe-shaped snake lake, with 52 pegs. It’s a clear option if you prefer that channel-style layout to a broad expanse of open water.
The fishery lists F1 carp, mirror carp and barbel. That description comes from an older lake profile, so treat it as a guide to the fishing rather than a promise of what’s on the munch.
F1 carp, mirror carp and barbel.
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Falcon
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Suits
- Anglers who enjoy snake-lake layouts
- Mixed carp and barbel fishing
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting a broad open-water layout
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Falcon
carp
A bigger bed of bait at range
On wide, open water the fish move about a lot — a decent bed of bait at range holds a passing group long enough to get a bite.
- Find a clean, hard spot with a marker float and clip up so every cast lands on it.
- Spread the bait with a spod or throwing stick — little and often.
- Mix boilies, pellet and particles so there's always something left for the fish to graze.
- Match the hookbait to the freebies.
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.
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.
Falcon FAQs
How many pegs does Falcon have?
The published lake profile lists 52 pegs.
What fish are listed?
F1 carp, mirror carp and barbel.
What's the lake record on Falcon?
Going by what the fishery says: F1 carp, mirror carp and barbel. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Falcon?
carp, barbel. F1 carp, mirror carp and barbel.
How big is Falcon and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A 52-peg horseshoe snake lake.
Which baits work well on Falcon?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Falcon 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 Falcon 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 Falcon?
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 Westwood Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Falcon?
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 Falcon on a day ticket?
Yes — Falcon is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day ticket £9; Guest day ticket £9; Guest weekly ticket £40; Match peg fees £9 per peg; Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday open matches £25 all-in; Thursday over-50s open match £20 all-in; Optional superpool £5 (last checked 2026-10-03).
Is night fishing allowed on Falcon?
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 Falcon suit?
Good for: Anglers who enjoy snake-lake layouts; Mixed carp and barbel fishing. Less suited to: Anglers wanting a broad open-water layout.
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Hawk: mixed fishing from a central island
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, barbel, tench, roach, bream, chub, crucian
Hawk does things a little differently: its 20 pegs fish outwards from a central island. The fishery promotes it for younger anglers.
There’s a proper mixed species list, including carp, tench, roach, chub and crucians. For a family visit, remember that under-16s must stay supervised by a suitable adult over 18.
Carp, barbel, tench, roach, skimmers, chub, ide, F1s and crucians.
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Hawk
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Suits
- Younger anglers with adult supervision
- Anglers keen on mixed species
Maybe not for
- Anyone specifically wanting to cast towards a central island
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Hawk
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.
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
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.
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.
Hawk FAQs
Where do you fish from on Hawk?
The 20 pegs fish outwards from a central island.
Is Hawk aimed at younger anglers?
Yes, the fishery promotes it for younger anglers; under-16s still need suitable adult supervision.
What's the lake record on Hawk?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp, barbel, tench, roach, skimmers, chub, ide, F1s and crucians. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Hawk?
carp, barbel, tench, roach, bream, chub, crucian. Carp, barbel, tench, roach, skimmers, chub, ide, F1s and crucians.
How big is Hawk and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Mixed fishing from a central island.
Which baits work well on Hawk?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Hawk 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 Hawk 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 Hawk?
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 Westwood Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Hawk?
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 Hawk on a day ticket?
Yes — Hawk is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day ticket £9; Guest day ticket £9; Guest weekly ticket £40; Match peg fees £9 per peg; Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday open matches £25 all-in; Thursday over-50s open match £20 all-in; Optional superpool £5 (last checked 2026-10-03).
Is night fishing allowed on Hawk?
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 Hawk suit?
Good for: Younger anglers with adult supervision; Anglers keen on mixed species. Less suited to: Anyone specifically wanting to cast towards a central island.
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Kestrel: four islands and a mixed stock list
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, barbel, bream, crucian
Kestrel has 30 pegs and four islands. If island features are your thing, this is one to put on the shortlist.
The published stock list includes carp, barbel, bream, ide, crucians and F1s. Island distances and depths aren’t supplied, so don’t assume every peg offers the same approach.
Carp, barbel, bream, ide, crucians and F1s.
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Kestrel
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Suits
- Anglers who like island features
- Mixed-coarse sessions
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a feature-free open-water layout
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Kestrel
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.
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.
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.
crucian
Delicate float for crucians
Crucian bites are tiny dips and lifts, so a sensitive float shotted right down is what catches them.
- Fish a small insert waggler or pole float over-depth by an inch.
- Corn, maggot or a 4mm pellet on a size 16–18.
- Strike at any small movement — crucians rarely bury the float.
Kestrel FAQs
How many islands are on Kestrel?
Four islands are listed, with 30 pegs around the lake.
Are F1s listed?
Yes, alongside carp, barbel, bream, ide and crucians.
What's the lake record on Kestrel?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp, barbel, bream, ide, crucians and F1s. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Kestrel?
carp, barbel, bream, crucian. Carp, barbel, bream, ide, crucians and F1s.
How big is Kestrel and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Four islands and a mixed stock list.
Which baits work well on Kestrel?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Kestrel 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 Kestrel 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 Kestrel?
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 Westwood Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Kestrel?
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 Kestrel on a day ticket?
Yes — Kestrel is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day ticket £9; Guest day ticket £9; Guest weekly ticket £40; Match peg fees £9 per peg; Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday open matches £25 all-in; Thursday over-50s open match £20 all-in; Optional superpool £5 (last checked 2026-10-03).
Is night fishing allowed on Kestrel?
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 Kestrel suit?
Good for: Anglers who like island features; Mixed-coarse sessions. Less suited to: Anyone wanting a feature-free open-water layout.
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Kingfisher: the pleasure-fishing option
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Kingfisher is described primarily as a pleasure-fishing lake. It has 22 pegs and two islands, giving it a clear place on the shortlist for a non-match day.
A lake-specific species breakdown isn’t included in the checked details. If a particular species is the whole reason for your trip, have a word with the fishery before settling on this one.
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Kingfisher
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Suits
- Pleasure anglers
- Anglers who enjoy island features
Maybe not for
- Anyone needing a confirmed lake-specific species list
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Kingfisher
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.
Kingfisher FAQs
Is Kingfisher mainly for pleasure fishing?
Yes, that’s how the fishery describes it.
What is the layout?
The published description gives 22 pegs and two islands.
What's the lake record on Kingfisher?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher?
carp.
How big is Kingfisher and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. The pleasure-fishing option.
Which baits work well on Kingfisher?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher?
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 Westwood Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Kingfisher?
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 Kingfisher on a day ticket?
Yes — Kingfisher is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day ticket £9; Guest day ticket £9; Guest weekly ticket £40; Match peg fees £9 per peg; Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday open matches £25 all-in; Thursday over-50s open match £20 all-in; Optional superpool £5 (last checked 2026-10-03).
Is night fishing allowed on Kingfisher?
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 Kingfisher suit?
Good for: Pleasure anglers; Anglers who enjoy island features. Less suited to: Anyone needing a confirmed lake-specific species list.
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Osprey: shallow shelves and a deeper central channel
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench
Osprey has 25 pegs along a lake described as approximately 250 metres long and 13 metres wide. Its narrow layout comes with useful published depth detail.
The shelves are listed at 2 feet, with a 3.5–5-foot central channel. That gives you contrasting areas to investigate with a plummet, rather than assuming the margins and middle fish the same.
F1, mirror and common carp plus tench.
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Osprey
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Suits
- Anglers who enjoy narrow channel layouts
- Carp and tench fishing
Maybe not for
- Anglers looking for wide open-water casting
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Osprey
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.
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.
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.
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.
Osprey FAQs
How deep is Osprey?
The older profile describes 2-foot shelves and a central channel of 3.5–5 feet; check your own peg with a plummet.
What carp are listed?
F1, mirror and common carp, with tench also listed.
What's the lake record on Osprey?
Going by what the fishery says: F1, mirror and common carp plus tench. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Osprey?
carp, tench. F1, mirror and common carp plus tench.
How big is Osprey and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Shallow shelves and a deeper central channel.
Which baits work well on Osprey?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Osprey 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 Osprey 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 Osprey?
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 Westwood Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Osprey?
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 Osprey on a day ticket?
Yes — Osprey is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day ticket £9; Guest day ticket £9; Guest weekly ticket £40; Match peg fees £9 per peg; Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday open matches £25 all-in; Thursday over-50s open match £20 all-in; Optional superpool £5 (last checked 2026-10-03).
Is night fishing allowed on Osprey?
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 Osprey suit?
Good for: Anglers who enjoy narrow channel layouts; Carp and tench fishing. Less suited to: Anglers looking for wide open-water casting.
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Skylark: a narrow lake with published peg spacing
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, barbel, bream, tench, roach, crucian
Skylark’s profile lists 42 pegs spaced 12 metres apart. The lake is approximately 13 metres wide, with a central depth of around 6 feet.
Carp and F1s sit alongside a broad mixed-coarse list. The published dimensions are handy for planning, but they’re from an older profile, so plumb up rather than setting a rig on guesswork.
Carp, barbel, bream, tench, roach, ide, crucians and F1s.
Lake photographs
A look around Skylark
Westwood Lakes
Skylark
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Suits
- Mixed-species anglers
- Anglers who favour narrow-water fishing
Maybe not for
- Anyone seeking a wide-water layout
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Skylark
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.
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.
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Skylark FAQs
How far apart are the pegs?
The published profile says 12 metres.
How deep is the middle?
Approximately 6 feet centrally, according to the older lake profile.
What's the lake record on Skylark?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp, barbel, bream, tench, roach, ide, crucians and F1s. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Skylark?
carp, barbel, bream, tench, roach, crucian. Carp, barbel, bream, tench, roach, ide, crucians and F1s.
How big is Skylark and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A narrow lake with published peg spacing.
Which baits work well on Skylark?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Skylark 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 Skylark 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 Skylark?
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 Westwood Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Skylark?
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 Skylark on a day ticket?
Yes — Skylark is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day ticket £9; Guest day ticket £9; Guest weekly ticket £40; Match peg fees £9 per peg; Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday open matches £25 all-in; Thursday over-50s open match £20 all-in; Optional superpool £5 (last checked 2026-10-03).
Is night fishing allowed on Skylark?
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 Skylark suit?
Good for: Mixed-species anglers; Anglers who favour narrow-water fishing. Less suited to: Anyone seeking a wide-water layout.
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Swallow: a wider channel with mixed-coarse fishing
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, bream, tench, roach
Swallow has 30 pegs and an average width of 20 metres. That makes it wider on the published figures than Osprey or Skylark.
Central depths are listed at 5–7 feet, with carp, bream, tench, roach and skimmers in the stock description. Those figures give you a starting point; your own swim still needs plumbing.
Carp, bream, tench, roach and skimmers.
Lake photographs
A look around Swallow
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Swallow
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Suits
- Mixed-coarse pleasure anglers
- Anglers wanting more width than the 13-metre lakes
Maybe not for
- Anyone specifically seeking a very narrow snake layout
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Swallow
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
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.
Swallow FAQs
How wide is Swallow?
Its published average width is 20 metres.
What depths are listed?
The older lake profile gives central depths of 5–7 feet.
What's the lake record on Swallow?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp, bream, tench, roach and skimmers. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Swallow?
carp, bream, tench, roach. Carp, bream, tench, roach and skimmers.
How big is Swallow and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A wider channel with mixed-coarse fishing.
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: with the fish the fishery lists here, 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 Westwood Lakes 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: Day ticket £9; Guest day ticket £9; Guest weekly ticket £40; Match peg fees £9 per peg; Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday open matches £25 all-in; Thursday over-50s open match £20 all-in; Optional superpool £5 (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: Mixed-coarse pleasure anglers; Anglers wanting more width than the 13-metre lakes. Less suited to: Anyone specifically seeking a very narrow snake layout.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Do under-16s need supervision?
Under-16s must remain supervised by a suitable adult over 18.
- Must
Must hooks be barbless?
Manufactured barbless hooks only; maximum standard hook size 12.
- Must
Must feed pellets come from the fishery?
Only fishery-purchased feed pellets may be used.
- Must
Is groundbait restricted?
Maximum 2 kilograms, introduced by cup or feeder, not thrown.
- No
Can I use meat baits?
Dog meat, cat meat and luncheon meat are prohibited.
- No
Can I surface fish or use floating baits?
No surface fishing or floating baits.
- Must
Must leads and feeders be free-running?
Leads and feeders must be free-running; elasticated feeders are prohibited.
- Must
Must I dip my landing net?
Pleasure anglers may bring landing nets but must dip them 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.
Falcon
carp
A bigger bed of bait at range
On wide, open water the fish move about a lot — a decent bed of bait at range holds a passing group long enough to get a bite.
- Find a clean, hard spot with a marker float and clip up so every cast lands on it.
- Spread the bait with a spod or throwing stick — little and often.
- Mix boilies, pellet and particles so there's always something left for the fish to graze.
- Match the hookbait to the freebies.
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.
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.
Hawk
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.
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
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.
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.
Kestrel
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.
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.
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.
crucian
Delicate float for crucians
Crucian bites are tiny dips and lifts, so a sensitive float shotted right down is what catches them.
- Fish a small insert waggler or pole float over-depth by an inch.
- Corn, maggot or a 4mm pellet on a size 16–18.
- Strike at any small movement — crucians rarely bury the float.
Kingfisher
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.
Osprey
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.
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.
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.
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.
Skylark
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.
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.
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Swallow
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
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.
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: Seven stocked lakes and an established open-match programme give pleasure and match anglers plenty to work with.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Westwood Lakes near Boston has seven stocked lakes, with plenty of choice for mixed-coarse pleasure fishing and matches. Think narrow channels, island features and a £9 day ticket rather than a big-water carp campaign.”
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