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Woodland View Fisheries
Woodland Lakes Fishery near Thirsk is a proper multi-water venue, with 11 managed lakes covering roughly 45 acres. There’s coarse, match and specimen fishing, plus bookable night fishing on selected waters.
“8.0/10 — Eleven managed lakes offer coarse, carp, match and specimen fishing, with a dedicated catfish lake too.”
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The lowdown
Woodland Lakes Fishery sits near Carlton Miniott, just outside Thirsk in North Yorkshire. It’s commonly linked with the Woodland View leisure complex, so the name can appear as Woodland View Fisheries too. The address is Woodland Lakes, Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4NJ.
- 2 lakes: Kingfisher, Catfish Lake
- Fish: carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, perch, barbel, catfish
- Tickets from: Adult day ticket — £7 to £10, depending on season
- Find it: Thirsk · YO7 4NJ
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The full rundown on Woodland View Fisheries
Woodland Lakes Fishery sits near Carlton Miniott, just outside Thirsk in North Yorkshire. It’s commonly linked with the Woodland View leisure complex, so the name can appear as Woodland View Fisheries too. The address is Woodland Lakes, Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4NJ.
The site has 11 managed fishing lakes covering approximately 45 acres altogether. That’s a fair old spread of water, with options for coarse, carp, match and specimen anglers. The fishery lists mirror carp, common carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, perch, barbel and golden orfe, with a dedicated catfish lake as well.
Day tickets cover fishing with up to two rods. Adult tickets are £7 to £10 depending on the season, while concessions are £6 to £8. Day fishing is advertised from 7am until 9pm or dusk, and everyone needs to sign in at the tackle shop when they arrive.
For the bigger-fish crowd, night fishing is available on specialist specimen waters. Advance booking is needed for an individual peg, with the Kingfisher and Catfish Lake promoted for overnight sessions. The Zoo night-fishing pegs are advertised at £40 per peg on the official site, although an older official product page lists some one-night bookings at £30, so the booking calendar is well worth checking before payment.
Night bookings include 2kg of free pellets. Arrival is from noon and departure is by 10:30am the following day on the listed product page. Bivvies are allowed, but tents aren’t, and night bookings are non-refundable under the official terms.
Specimen-lake rules are fairly tight, so get the kit sorted before heading up. Only fishery-supplied boilies and particles can be used, although personal hookbaits are allowed. Floating baits are banned, barbless hooks are required, and braided reel lines aren’t permitted. You’ll also need a minimum 42-inch landing net and an unhooking mat.
There’s plenty on site for a full day or overnight stay, including a tackle shop, café, Watermill Bar and Grill, sports bar and hot food takeaway service. The café opens from 8am, while the Watermill Bar and Grill and Harvey's Sports Bar are advertised as opening from noon to 11pm. A handy setup if the swim goes quiet and you fancy a brew or a cheeky feed.
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Woodland View Fisheries FAQs
Where is Woodland Lakes Fishery?
It is at Woodland Lakes, Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4NJ.
How many lakes are on the site?
The site contains 11 managed fishing lakes covering approximately 45 acres in total.
Is night fishing available?
Yes, night fishing is available on specialist specimen waters, including Kingfisher and Catfish Lake, with advance booking required.
Are night bookings refundable?
No. Night-fishing bookings are non-refundable according to the official terms.
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?
There's café opening from 8am 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?
YO7 4NJ.
How much is a ticket?
Adult day ticket: £7 to £10, depending on season; Concession day ticket: £6 to £8, depending on season; Zoo night-fishing peg: £40 per peg on the official site; an older official product page lists some one-night bookings at £30, so check the booking calendar. Prices last checked 2026-10-06 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Some lakes need booking ahead. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, perch, barbel, catfish. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes — Well-behaved dogs are welcome if kept on a lead and their waste is removed.
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 specimen waters.
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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Kingfisher: a promoted night-fishing water for anglers wanting an overnight specimen session.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, perch, barbel
Kingfisher is one of the waters promoted for night fishing at Woodland Lakes Fishery. Individual pegs need to be booked in advance, so this is one to sort before loading the van.
Specimen-lake rules apply, including two rods, barbless hooks, no floating baits and no braided reel lines. Bivvies are allowed, but tents aren’t.
Lake photographs
A look around Kingfisher
Woodland View Fisheries
Kingfisher
We’re checking the fishery’s Kingfisher pictures before displaying them here. You can still see the originals on the fishery’s website.
Suits
- Anglers after a pre-booked night session
- Specimen anglers happy to follow the fishery’s bait and tackle rules
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a completely flexible, turn-up-and-fish overnight session
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Kingfisher
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
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.
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.
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.
Kingfisher FAQs
Can I night fish Kingfisher?
Yes, Kingfisher is promoted for night fishing, but advance booking of an individual peg is required.
How many rods can I use?
The specimen-lake limit is two rods.
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, tench, bream, roach, rudd, perch, barbel.
How big is Kingfisher and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A promoted night-fishing water for anglers wanting an overnight specimen session..
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. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
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 Woodland View Fisheries 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?
You'll need to book Kingfisher in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Kingfisher?
No — Bivvies are allowed, but tents are not permitted.
Who does Kingfisher suit?
Good for: Anglers after a pre-booked night session; Specimen anglers happy to follow the fishery’s bait and tackle rules. Less suited to: Anyone wanting a completely flexible, turn-up-and-fish overnight session.
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Catfish Lake: the dedicated catfish water, also promoted for night fishing.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- catfish, carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, perch, barbel
Catfish Lake is the dedicated catfish lake at Woodland Lakes Fishery and is also promoted for night fishing. Overnight sessions require an advance booking for an individual peg.
The same specimen-water rules matter here: use fishery-supplied boilies and particles, keep hooks barbless, and bring a minimum 42-inch landing net and an unhooking mat.
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A look around Catfish Lake
Woodland View Fisheries
Catfish Lake
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Suits
- Anglers specifically targeting the dedicated catfish water
- Overnight anglers who have their bivvy and specimen kit ready
Maybe not for
- Anglers who don’t want the extra rules attached to specimen waters
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Catfish 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.
catfish
Big hookbaits after dark for the cats
Catfish come out at night and like strong smells. A big halibut pellet or fish-based bait over a small bed of pellet is the usual approach.
- Fish strong — 20lb+ line and a big strong hook.
- Use an unhooking mat and a big net; cats are long and heavy.
- Check the venue's rules on cat tackle before you set up.
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.
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.
Catfish Lake FAQs
Is Catfish Lake available for night fishing?
Yes, Catfish Lake is promoted for night fishing, subject to advance booking.
Can I use floating baits?
No. Floating baits are prohibited on specimen waters.
What's the lake record on Catfish Lake?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Catfish 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 Catfish Lake?
catfish, carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, perch, barbel.
How big is Catfish Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. The dedicated catfish water, also promoted for night fishing..
Which baits work well on Catfish Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Catfish 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 Catfish 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 Catfish 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 Woodland View Fisheries before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Catfish 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 Catfish Lake on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Catfish Lake in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Catfish Lake?
No — Bivvies are allowed, but tents are not permitted.
Who does Catfish Lake suit?
Good for: Anglers specifically targeting the dedicated catfish water; Overnight anglers who have their bivvy and specimen kit ready. Less suited to: Anglers who don’t want the extra rules attached to specimen waters.
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Recent angler updates
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How busy was it?
Nobody's said yet. It's part of the 20-second update below.
No live tracking — this is what anglers told us after their session, and it's never part of the venue score.
Water updates from anglers
No active water updates.
Help other anglers
Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Do I need to sign in on arrival?
All visitors must sign in at the tackle shop on arrival.
- Yes
Can I use two rods?
Day tickets cover fishing with up to two rods, and the specimen-lake limit is two rods.
- Must
Are barbless hooks required on specimen waters?
Barbless hooks are required on specimen waters.
- No
Can I use braided reel lines on specimen waters?
Braided reel lines are prohibited on specimen waters.
- No
Can I use my own particles?
Specimen-lake anglers may use only fishery-supplied boilies and particles, although personal hookbaits are allowed.
- No
Can I take a tent for night fishing?
Bivvies are allowed, but tents are not permitted.
- Must
Do I need an Environment Agency rod licence?
Anglers aged 13 and over need a valid Environment Agency rod licence.
- Yes
Are dogs allowed?
Well-behaved dogs are welcome if kept on a lead and their waste is removed.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 6 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.
Kingfisher
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
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.
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.
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.
Catfish 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.
catfish
Big hookbaits after dark for the cats
Catfish come out at night and like strong smells. A big halibut pellet or fish-based bait over a small bed of pellet is the usual approach.
- Fish strong — 20lb+ line and a big strong hook.
- Use an unhooking mat and a big net; cats are long and heavy.
- Check the venue's rules on cat tackle before you set up.
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.
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.
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
8.0/10 from Tackle Index: Eleven managed lakes offer coarse, carp, match and specimen fishing, with a dedicated catfish lake too.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Woodland Lakes Fishery near Thirsk is a proper multi-water venue, with 11 managed lakes covering roughly 45 acres. There’s coarse, match and specimen fishing, plus bookable night fishing on selected waters.”
This is our own summary of recurring public feedback and the venue details we checked, not a copied customer review or a promise you’ll catch. Feedback changes, so we keep it separate from the Tackle Index score.
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