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North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries
North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries near Scarborough offers mixed coarse fishing, trout fishing and a separate pike syndicate across three lakes. There's a handy choice of day tickets, tackle hire and coaching, but don't mistake it for a confirmed specimen-carp venue.
“7.4/10 — Mixed coarse species and four listed trout varieties offer plenty of interest, without published weights to support specimen claims.”
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The lowdown
North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries sits on Long Causeway Road at Wykeham, near Scarborough. There are three fishing lakes covering over 10 acres between them, with mixed coarse fishing, trout and syndicate pike all in the mix. That's a cracking spread of interests, but the distinction matters: the named waters are Coarse Lake, Trout Lake and Predator Lake.
- 3 lakes: Coarse Lake, Trout Lake, Predator Lake
- Fish: carp, crucian, bream, tench, perch, rudd, trout, pike
- Tickets from: Coarse day ticket — £8, one rod.
- Find it: Scarborough · YO13 9QU
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North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries sits on Long Causeway Road at Wykeham, near Scarborough. There are three fishing lakes covering over 10 acres between them, with mixed coarse fishing, trout and syndicate pike all in the mix. That's a cracking spread of interests, but the distinction matters: the named waters are Coarse Lake, Trout Lake and Predator Lake. A separate specimen carp lake isn't identified, so plan around the fishing actually on offer rather than turning up expecting a dedicated big-carp water.
For a mixed-bag session, Coarse Lake is the obvious starting point. It's over 2 acres with 28 pegs, holding mirror, common and crucian carp alongside bream, tench, perch and rudd. That gives you plenty of species to think about without making carp the whole story. There aren't published fish weights here to build a PB promise around. The appeal is the variety: a coarse session where your interests can stretch beyond waiting for one particular sort of bite.
Trout Lake is the larger named water at over 6 acres, with rainbow, brown, blue and tiger trout listed. You can fish from the banks, wading bars or rowing boats, which gives this side of the venue a different feel from choosing a coarse peg. Half-day and full-day trout tickets are available, with boat hire listed separately. If you're looking for help getting going, trout fly-fishing guidance is available too. Proper useful if you'd rather have some direction than spend the session scratching your head.
Predator Lake is a different arrangement altogether. It's a pike syndicate water with a waiting list, not another lake you can simply add to a day-ticket visit. Day fishing elsewhere runs first-come, first-served, and you need to report to Fisheries Reception on arrival. One small but useful navigation point: the supplied map coordinates indicate an approximate fishing-lake location, not reception. Make reception your first stop before heading off with the kit, rather than treating the map pin as your check-in point.
There's practical support on site without needing to turn this into a kitchen-sink packing exercise. Reception sells shelf-life baits and flies, while fly and coarse/carp equipment hire can be arranged by prebooking. Coarse coaching is available as well. Hiring tackle and securing a fishing place are different things, though: the hire needs arranging ahead, while day fishing remains first-come, first-served. That's worth keeping straight if you're organising a session for someone who hasn't already got their own gear.
Before you load the car, get the fish-care kit bob on. The rules require a valid EA rod licence, fish-care kits and barbless hooks on both Coarse and Trout lakes. Coarse anglers also need an unhooking mat and landing net, with a minimum 36-inch net for carp; braided mainline and keepnets aren't allowed there. Opening hours change through the year, and Mondays are closed except bank holidays. Night fishing isn't advertised, so check directly rather than assuming you can settle in after closing.
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North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries FAQs
Where is the fishery?
On Long Causeway Road, Wykeham, near Scarborough. The supplied coordinates mark an approximate fishing-lake location, not reception; report to Fisheries Reception when you arrive.
Do I need to book day fishing?
Day fishing operates first-come, first-served. Fly and coarse/carp equipment hire requires prebooking, so arrange that separately if you need kit.
Is there a separate specimen carp lake?
The three named waters are Coarse Lake, Trout Lake and Predator Lake. Mirror and common carp are listed in Coarse Lake, but a separate specimen carp lake isn't identified.
Can I get bait or help with my fishing?
Reception sells shelf-life baits and flies. Coarse coaching and trout fly-fishing guidance are available, along with prebooked equipment hire.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
There's shelf-life baits and flies for sale 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?
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?
YO13 9QU.
How much is a ticket?
Coarse day ticket: £8, one rod.; Coarse day ticket: £10, two rods.; Trout half-day ticket: £16, one rod, four hours.; Trout day ticket: £25, one rod.; Boat hire: £10.. 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 Coarse Lake, Trout Lake. Predator Lake is members only. 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, crucian, bream, tench, perch, rudd, trout, pike. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
3 — Coarse Lake (Over 2), Trout Lake (Over 6), Predator Lake (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
It depends — Night fishing is not advertised; confirm directly.
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 — Barbless hooks are required on both Coarse and Trout lakes.
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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Coarse Lake: 28 pegs and a proper mixed-species line-up.
- Size
- Over 2 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, crucian, bream, tench, perch, rudd
Coarse Lake covers over 2 acres and has 28 pegs. Mirror and common carp share the water with crucians, bream, tench, perch and rudd, so there's more to the place than carp alone.
One- and two-rod day tickets are available, with two rods the limit per angler. Keep the setup within the rules: barbless hooks, no braided mainline or keepnets, and the right mat and landing net. Carp nets must be at least 36 inches.
Mirror, common and crucian carp, bream, tench, perch and rudd.
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Coarse Lake
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Suits
- Anglers after a mixed coarse session
- Carp anglers happy sharing a mixed-species water
Maybe not for
- Keepnet-based sessions
- Anyone expecting a confirmed dedicated specimen-carp lake
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Coarse Lake
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.
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.
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
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.
Coarse Lake FAQs
How many pegs are there?
There are 28 pegs on a lake of over 2 acres. Day fishing is first-come, first-served.
Can I use two rods?
Yes, with the two-rod coarse day ticket. Two rods per angler is the lake's limit.
What's the lake record on Coarse Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Mirror, common and crucian carp, bream, tench, perch and rudd. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Coarse Lake?
carp, crucian, bream, tench, perch, rudd. Mirror, common and crucian carp, bream, tench, perch and rudd.
How big is Coarse Lake and how many swims?
Around Over 2 acres. 28 pegs and a proper mixed-species line-up..
Which baits work well on Coarse Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Coarse 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 Coarse 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 Coarse 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 North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Coarse 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 Coarse Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Coarse Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Coarse day ticket £8, one rod.; Coarse day ticket £10, two rods.; Trout half-day ticket £16, one rod, four hours.; Trout day ticket £25, one rod.; Boat hire £10. (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Coarse Lake?
It depends — Night fishing is not advertised; confirm directly.
Who does Coarse Lake suit?
Good for: Anglers after a mixed coarse session; Carp anglers happy sharing a mixed-species water. Less suited to: Keepnet-based sessions; Anyone expecting a confirmed dedicated specimen-carp lake.
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Trout Lake: trout fishing from the bank, wading bars or a rowing boat.
- Size
- Over 6 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- trout
At over 6 acres, Trout Lake offers rainbow, brown, blue and tiger trout. The choice of banks, wading bars and rowing boats gives you several ways to approach your session without being limited to bank fishing.
There's a four-hour half-day ticket as well as a full-day option, both for one rod. Boat hire is separately priced, barbless hooks are required, and fly-fishing guidance is available if you'd welcome a bit of help.
Rainbow, brown, blue and tiger trout.
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Trout Lake
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Suits
- Trout anglers wanting bank and boat options
- Anglers looking for a four-hour session
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a coarse-fishing session
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Trout Lake
trout
Fly fishing for the trout
Stocked lake trout cruise and feed up in the water, so you need to find the depth they're at. Start just under the surface and go deeper if nothing's happening.
- A 9ft 6–7 weight rod with a floating line covers most days; carry an intermediate or sinking line for cold or bright spells.
- Early season and cold days: lures like a Cat's Whisker, Blob or Damsel, pulled back in steady strips.
- Warmer days with fish rising: buzzers, Diawl Bachs or a dry fly fished slowly, or static under an indicator.
- Count your fly down (5, 10, 15 seconds) and change depth till you get a pull — then repeat that count.
- Use 6–8lb fluorocarbon tippet, and check the fishery's rules on catch-and-release, bag limits and barbless hooks before you start.
Venue rule: Bag limits and catch-and-release rules vary a lot on trout waters — ask at the lodge before your first cast.
Trout Lake FAQs
Which trout are listed?
Rainbow, brown, blue and tiger trout are listed for Trout Lake.
Can I hire fly-fishing equipment?
Yes, fly-fishing equipment hire is available and requires prebooking.
What's the lake record on Trout Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Rainbow, brown, blue and tiger trout. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Trout Lake?
trout. Rainbow, brown, blue and tiger trout.
How big is Trout Lake and how many swims?
Around Over 6 acres. Trout fishing from the bank, wading bars or a rowing boat..
Which baits work well on Trout Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Trout 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 Trout 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 Trout 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 North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Trout 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 Trout Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Trout Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Coarse day ticket £8, one rod.; Coarse day ticket £10, two rods.; Trout half-day ticket £16, one rod, four hours.; Trout day ticket £25, one rod.; Boat hire £10. (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Trout Lake?
It depends — Night fishing is not advertised; confirm directly.
Who does Trout Lake suit?
Good for: Trout anglers wanting bank and boat options; Anglers looking for a four-hour session. Less suited to: Anyone wanting a coarse-fishing session.
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Syndicate · invite only
Predator Lake: pike syndicate fishing, with a waiting list.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- pike
Predator Lake is the venue's pike syndicate water. Access is through the syndicate rather than the coarse or trout day-ticket arrangements.
A waiting list applies, so this isn't an option for a spontaneous day-ticket session. Speak to the fishery about joining rather than arriving with the predator kit expecting immediate access.
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Predator Lake
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Suits
- Pike anglers interested in syndicate access
- Anglers prepared to join a waiting list
Maybe not for
- Walk-up day-ticket anglers
- Anyone needing immediate access
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Predator Lake
pike
Static deadbaits for the pike
A smelly deadbait on the bottom near drop-offs or reed lines is the classic, reliable way to find a lake's pike, especially in the colder months.
- Sardine, smelt or mackerel on a wire trace with semi-barbless trebles.
- Strike early — never let a pike run off with the bait.
- Have a long forceps, unhooking mat and big net ready before you cast.
pike
Lure fishing for the pike
Lures let you cover water and find active pike fast.
- Spinners, jerkbaits and 4–6in soft shads on a 20–30g rod.
- Always use a wire trace — pike bite through mono and fluoro.
- Move every 10–15 casts till you find them; work drop-offs and edges.
trout
Fly fishing for the trout
Stocked lake trout cruise and feed up in the water, so you need to find the depth they're at. Start just under the surface and go deeper if nothing's happening.
- A 9ft 6–7 weight rod with a floating line covers most days; carry an intermediate or sinking line for cold or bright spells.
- Early season and cold days: lures like a Cat's Whisker, Blob or Damsel, pulled back in steady strips.
- Warmer days with fish rising: buzzers, Diawl Bachs or a dry fly fished slowly, or static under an indicator.
- Count your fly down (5, 10, 15 seconds) and change depth till you get a pull — then repeat that count.
- Use 6–8lb fluorocarbon tippet, and check the fishery's rules on catch-and-release, bag limits and barbless hooks before you start.
Venue rule: Bag limits and catch-and-release rules vary a lot on trout waters — ask at the lodge before your first cast.
Predator Lake FAQs
Can I buy a day ticket for Predator Lake?
No. Predator Lake is pike syndicate only.
Is there a waiting list?
Yes, a waiting list applies to the pike syndicate.
What's the lake record on Predator Lake?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Predator Lake 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 Predator Lake?
pike.
How big is Predator Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Pike syndicate fishing, with a waiting list..
Which baits work well on Predator Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Predator 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: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Predator Lake get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Predator 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 North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Predator 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 Predator Lake on a day ticket?
No — Predator Lake is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Predator Lake?
It depends — Night fishing is not advertised; confirm directly.
Who does Predator Lake suit?
Good for: Pike anglers interested in syndicate access; Anglers prepared to join a waiting list. Less suited to: Walk-up day-ticket anglers; Anyone needing immediate access.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Must I report to reception?
Report to Fisheries Reception upon arrival. Day fishing operates first-come, first-served.
- Must
Do I need an EA rod licence?
Fishery rules require a valid EA rod licence.
- Must
Must I carry fish-care equipment?
Anglers must carry fish-care kits. Coarse anglers also need unhooking mats and landing nets; carp nets must be at least 36 inches.
- Must
Are barbless hooks required?
Barbless hooks are required on both Coarse and Trout lakes.
- Yes
Can I use two rods on Coarse Lake?
A maximum of two rods per angler is permitted, with the appropriate ticket.
- No
Can I use braided mainline on Coarse Lake?
Braided mainline is prohibited on Coarse Lake.
- No
Can I use a keepnet on Coarse Lake?
Keepnets are prohibited on Coarse Lake.
- Only if
Is night fishing available?
Night fishing is not advertised; confirm directly.
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.
Coarse Lake
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.
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.
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
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.
Trout Lake
trout
Fly fishing for the trout
Stocked lake trout cruise and feed up in the water, so you need to find the depth they're at. Start just under the surface and go deeper if nothing's happening.
- A 9ft 6–7 weight rod with a floating line covers most days; carry an intermediate or sinking line for cold or bright spells.
- Early season and cold days: lures like a Cat's Whisker, Blob or Damsel, pulled back in steady strips.
- Warmer days with fish rising: buzzers, Diawl Bachs or a dry fly fished slowly, or static under an indicator.
- Count your fly down (5, 10, 15 seconds) and change depth till you get a pull — then repeat that count.
- Use 6–8lb fluorocarbon tippet, and check the fishery's rules on catch-and-release, bag limits and barbless hooks before you start.
Venue rule: Bag limits and catch-and-release rules vary a lot on trout waters — ask at the lodge before your first cast.
Predator Lake
pike
Static deadbaits for the pike
A smelly deadbait on the bottom near drop-offs or reed lines is the classic, reliable way to find a lake's pike, especially in the colder months.
- Sardine, smelt or mackerel on a wire trace with semi-barbless trebles.
- Strike early — never let a pike run off with the bait.
- Have a long forceps, unhooking mat and big net ready before you cast.
pike
Lure fishing for the pike
Lures let you cover water and find active pike fast.
- Spinners, jerkbaits and 4–6in soft shads on a 20–30g rod.
- Always use a wire trace — pike bite through mono and fluoro.
- Move every 10–15 casts till you find them; work drop-offs and edges.
trout
Fly fishing for the trout
Stocked lake trout cruise and feed up in the water, so you need to find the depth they're at. Start just under the surface and go deeper if nothing's happening.
- A 9ft 6–7 weight rod with a floating line covers most days; carry an intermediate or sinking line for cold or bright spells.
- Early season and cold days: lures like a Cat's Whisker, Blob or Damsel, pulled back in steady strips.
- Warmer days with fish rising: buzzers, Diawl Bachs or a dry fly fished slowly, or static under an indicator.
- Count your fly down (5, 10, 15 seconds) and change depth till you get a pull — then repeat that count.
- Use 6–8lb fluorocarbon tippet, and check the fishery's rules on catch-and-release, bag limits and barbless hooks before you start.
Venue rule: Bag limits and catch-and-release rules vary a lot on trout waters — ask at the lodge before your first cast.
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
7.4/10 from Tackle Index: Mixed coarse species and four listed trout varieties offer plenty of interest, without published weights to support specimen claims.
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Checked Sept '26 — “North Yorkshire Water Park Fisheries near Scarborough offers mixed coarse fishing, trout fishing and a separate pike syndicate across three lakes. There's a handy choice of day tickets, tackle hire and coaching, but don't mistake it for a confirmed specimen-carp venue.”
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