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Weston Pools Fishery
Weston Pools near Oswestry offers six named coarse waters, a proper mixed bag of species and plenty of scope for pleasure or match fishing. Adult day tickets are £12 for two rods, with Clay Pit sitting a mile away from the main complex.
“7.6/10 — The listed mixed coarse stocks, carp and barbel give pleasure and match anglers plenty to consider.”
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The lowdown
Weston Pools Village is near Oswestry in Shropshire, with SY10 9ER the postcode for the main site. This is a mixed coarse and match-fishing setup, with six named waters to get your head around: Belvedere, Stretton, Jack's, Canal, Weir and Clay Pit. The main complex covers 20 acres, but don't mistake that for 20 acres of water. Individual pool acreages aren't published in the checked details.
- 6 lakes: Belvedere, Stretton, Jack's, Canal, Weir, Clay Pit
- Fish: carp, barbel, tench, bream, crucian, roach, perch
- Tickets from: Adult pleasure-fishing day ticket — two rods — £12
- Find it: Oswestry · SY10 9ER
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The full rundown on Weston Pools Fishery
Weston Pools Village is near Oswestry in Shropshire, with SY10 9ER the postcode for the main site. This is a mixed coarse and match-fishing setup, with six named waters to get your head around: Belvedere, Stretton, Jack's, Canal, Weir and Clay Pit. The main complex covers 20 acres, but don't mistake that for 20 acres of water. Individual pool acreages aren't published in the checked details.
There's a useful spread of peg counts across the waters. Belvedere and Stretton each have 32, Jack's has 23 and Weir has 19. Clay Pit has 36, but here's the bit worth sorting before you travel: it's a mile away on the Sweeney Estate, rather than within the main complex. Stretton's islands have been removed, leaving open water. That's a proper distinction if you're choosing between an open-water peg and the idea of fishing towards an island.
The fish mix is a big part of the appeal. Jack's lists carp, barbel, tench, bream, F1s, crucians, ide and roach, so it's not simply carp or nothing. Belvedere lists carp to 15lb and barbel over 10lb. Clay Pit adds another mixed option, listing carp to 18lb, ghost carp to 15lb, bream, tench, F1s, perch, ide and roach. Those are the fishery's stock claims, not a promise that a lump will turn up on your next put-in.
For a straightforward pleasure session, the adult day ticket is £12 and covers two rods. Under-16s and anglers aged 65 or over pay £10, with a separate £10 concession ticket also listed. Resident guests have their own lower fishing rates; visitors pay the standard prices. You can buy day tickets online or call the fishery. If you've bought online, bring the ticket on your phone or printed out so inspection doesn't become a faff.
Timing is simple: fishing starts at 8am and ends half an hour before dusk, whatever the season. There's no admission before 8am, and purchase or registration comes before heading to the lakes. That makes this a daytime pleasure-fishing option, not an overnight ticket. For an open match, bookings are requested by 5pm the previous day through the shop or fishery Facebook page. Club lake bookings have minimum charges, with higher total peg fees taking precedence.
Get the tackle bits bob on before setting off. Hooks must be barbless, no larger than size 10, and feeder rigs must be free-running. Elasticated feeders and braided hooklengths aren't allowed. Bring a landing net, dip all nets outside the shop and have an unhooking mat if you're taking fish photos. Pleasure anglers can't use keepnets, fishing is from numbered pegs only, and under-16s need a guardian. Only guide dogs are allowed around the pools.
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Weston Pools Fishery FAQs
Where is Weston Pools?
The main Weston Pools Village site is near Oswestry, Shropshire, postcode SY10 9ER. Clay Pit is separate, one mile away on the Sweeney Estate.
How much is a pleasure-fishing day ticket?
Adults pay £12 for two rods. Under-16s and anglers aged 65 or over pay £10. A £10 concession ticket is also listed, but eligibility isn't specified. Resident guests pay £11 adult or £9 concession or under-16; visitors pay standard rates.
How do I buy a day ticket?
Buy online or call the fishery. Bring a printed or digital ticket if buying online, and complete purchase or registration before heading to the lakes.
How do open-match bookings work?
Bookings are requested by 5pm the preceding day, through the shop or fishery Facebook page.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
There's on-site shop on site, so you can grab bits on the day. For anything bigger, stock up before you leave home — or order online in advance.
Do I need to bring food?
We haven't seen any food on site, so bring your own grub and drinks. A flask and a stove (where allowed) make a long day much better.
Are there toilets on site?
Not that we've seen listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
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?
SY10 9ER.
How much is a ticket?
Adult pleasure-fishing day ticket — two rods: £12; Under-16 day ticket: £10; Age 65 or over day ticket: £10; Concession day ticket — eligibility not specified: £10; Resident-guest adult fishing: £11; Resident-guest concession or under-16 fishing: £9; Club lake-booking minimum — Canal/Clay Pit; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum: £170; Club lake-booking minimum — Belvedere/Stretton/Weir; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum: £150; Club lake-booking minimum — Jack's; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum: £110. 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 Belvedere, Stretton, Jack's, Canal, Weir, Clay Pit. 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, bream, crucian, roach, perch. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
6 — Belvedere (Not published), Stretton (Not published), Jack's (Not published), Canal (Not published), Weir (Not published), Clay Pit (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
No — Fishing finishes half an hour before dusk in every season. Check directly about any overnight exceptions.
Can I bring my dog?
No — Only guide dogs are permitted around the pools.
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 — Hooks must be barbless, maximum size 10. Feeder rigs must be free-running; elasticated feeders and braided hooklengths are prohibited.
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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Belvedere: 32 pegs, with carp and proper barbel in the mix
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, barbel
Belvedere has 32 numbered pegs. The fishery lists carp to 15lb and barbel over 10lb, giving this pool a clear appeal if those two species are on your wish list.
It's also one of the waters listed for club lake bookings. The minimum is £150, although higher aggregate peg fees take precedence.
Carp to 15lb and barbel over 10lb.
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Belvedere
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Suits
- Anglers interested in carp and barbel
- Clubs considering a 32-peg water
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a confirmed island or depth layout before choosing a peg
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Belvedere
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
Belvedere FAQs
How many pegs does Belvedere have?
There are 32 pegs.
What fish sizes does the fishery list?
Carp to 15lb and barbel over 10lb. That's the fishery's stock claim, rather than a catch guarantee.
What's the lake record on Belvedere?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 15lb and barbel over 10lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Belvedere?
carp, barbel. Carp to 15lb and barbel over 10lb.
How big is Belvedere and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. 32 pegs, with carp and proper barbel in the mix.
Which baits work well on Belvedere?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Belvedere 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 Belvedere 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 Belvedere?
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 Weston Pools Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Belvedere?
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 Belvedere on a day ticket?
Yes — Belvedere is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult pleasure-fishing day ticket — two rods £12; Under-16 day ticket £10; Age 65 or over day ticket £10; Concession day ticket — eligibility not specified £10; Resident-guest adult fishing £11; Resident-guest concession or under-16 fishing £9; Club lake-booking minimum — Canal/Clay Pit; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £170; Club lake-booking minimum — Belvedere/Stretton/Weir; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £150; Club lake-booking minimum — Jack's; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £110 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Belvedere?
No — Fishing finishes half an hour before dusk in every season. Check directly about any overnight exceptions.
Who does Belvedere suit?
Good for: Anglers interested in carp and barbel; Clubs considering a 32-peg water. Less suited to: Anyone wanting a confirmed island or depth layout before choosing a peg.
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Stretton: a 32-peg pool with an open-water layout
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Stretton has 32 pegs, and its islands have been removed. Open water is the key confirmed feature here, so don't plan your session around casting to an island.
For clubs, the lake-booking minimum is £150, with higher total peg fees taking precedence. A pool-specific species list isn't supplied.
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Stretton
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Suits
- Anglers who prefer an open-water layout
- Clubs considering a 32-peg water
Maybe not for
- Anglers specifically wanting island features to fish towards
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Stretton
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.
Stretton FAQs
Does Stretton still have islands?
No. The islands have been removed, leaving open water.
How many pegs are on Stretton?
Stretton has 32 pegs.
What's the lake record on Stretton?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Stretton 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 Stretton?
carp.
How big is Stretton and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A 32-peg pool with an open-water layout.
Which baits work well on Stretton?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Stretton 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 Stretton 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 Stretton?
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 Weston Pools Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Stretton?
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 Stretton on a day ticket?
Yes — Stretton is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult pleasure-fishing day ticket — two rods £12; Under-16 day ticket £10; Age 65 or over day ticket £10; Concession day ticket — eligibility not specified £10; Resident-guest adult fishing £11; Resident-guest concession or under-16 fishing £9; Club lake-booking minimum — Canal/Clay Pit; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £170; Club lake-booking minimum — Belvedere/Stretton/Weir; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £150; Club lake-booking minimum — Jack's; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £110 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Stretton?
No — Fishing finishes half an hour before dusk in every season. Check directly about any overnight exceptions.
Who does Stretton suit?
Good for: Anglers who prefer an open-water layout; Clubs considering a 32-peg water. Less suited to: Anglers specifically wanting island features to fish towards.
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Jack's: 23 pegs and a cracking mix of coarse species
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, barbel, tench, bream, crucian, roach
Jack's Pool has 23 pegs and a properly varied species list. Carp, barbel, tench, bream, F1s, crucians, ide and roach are all listed.
That makes it worth a look if a mixed bag is more your thing than targeting just one species. The club lake-booking minimum is £110, subject to higher aggregate peg fees.
Carp, barbel, tench, bream, F1s, crucians, ide and roach.
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A look around Jack's
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Jack's
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Suits
- Pleasure anglers keen on a mixed bag
- Clubs looking at a 23-peg booking
Maybe not for
- Clubs needing more than 23 pegs on one water
- Anglers choosing solely on published specimen weights
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Jack's
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
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.
Jack's FAQs
Are there barbel in Jack's?
Yes. Barbel are listed alongside carp, tench, bream, F1s, crucians, ide and roach.
How many pegs does Jack's have?
Jack's Pool has 23 pegs.
What's the lake record on Jack's?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp, barbel, tench, bream, F1s, crucians, ide and roach. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Jack's?
carp, barbel, tench, bream, crucian, roach. Carp, barbel, tench, bream, F1s, crucians, ide and roach.
How big is Jack's and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. 23 pegs and a cracking mix of coarse species.
Which baits work well on Jack's?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Jack's 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 Jack's 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 Jack's?
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 Weston Pools Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Jack's?
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 Jack's on a day ticket?
Yes — Jack's is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult pleasure-fishing day ticket — two rods £12; Under-16 day ticket £10; Age 65 or over day ticket £10; Concession day ticket — eligibility not specified £10; Resident-guest adult fishing £11; Resident-guest concession or under-16 fishing £9; Club lake-booking minimum — Canal/Clay Pit; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £170; Club lake-booking minimum — Belvedere/Stretton/Weir; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £150; Club lake-booking minimum — Jack's; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £110 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Jack's?
No — Fishing finishes half an hour before dusk in every season. Check directly about any overnight exceptions.
Who does Jack's suit?
Good for: Pleasure anglers keen on a mixed bag; Clubs looking at a 23-peg booking. Less suited to: Clubs needing more than 23 pegs on one water; Anglers choosing solely on published specimen weights.
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Canal: one of the six named waters, with club booking available
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Canal is one of Weston Pools' six named waters. Its name alone isn't enough to pin down the swim layout, depths or fishing distances.
A club lake-booking minimum of £170 is listed, with higher aggregate peg fees taking precedence. Check the peg count and species mix before choosing it for a particular club outing.
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Canal
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Suits
- Clubs exploring lake-booking options
- Anglers happy to ask about the pool before deciding
Maybe not for
- Anyone needing a confirmed peg count and species list before booking
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Canal
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.
Canal FAQs
What is Canal's club lake-booking minimum?
£170, unless higher aggregate peg fees apply.
Is Canal's acreage published here?
No. Individual water acreage isn't supplied, and the main site's 20 acres isn't a water-area figure.
What's the lake record on Canal?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Canal 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 Canal?
carp.
How big is Canal and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. One of the six named waters, with club booking available.
Which baits work well on Canal?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Canal 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 Canal 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 Canal?
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 Weston Pools Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Canal?
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 Canal on a day ticket?
Yes — Canal is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult pleasure-fishing day ticket — two rods £12; Under-16 day ticket £10; Age 65 or over day ticket £10; Concession day ticket — eligibility not specified £10; Resident-guest adult fishing £11; Resident-guest concession or under-16 fishing £9; Club lake-booking minimum — Canal/Clay Pit; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £170; Club lake-booking minimum — Belvedere/Stretton/Weir; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £150; Club lake-booking minimum — Jack's; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £110 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Canal?
No — Fishing finishes half an hour before dusk in every season. Check directly about any overnight exceptions.
Who does Canal suit?
Good for: Clubs exploring lake-booking options; Anglers happy to ask about the pool before deciding. Less suited to: Anyone needing a confirmed peg count and species list before booking.
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Weir: a 19-peg option for pleasure and club plans
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Weir has 19 pegs. That's fewer than Belvedere, Stretton, Jack's or Clay Pit, though it doesn't tell you the pool's acreage or how much space each swim has.
The club lake-booking minimum is £150, subject to higher aggregate peg fees. Ask about the species mix and layout if those are the deciding bits for your session.
Lake photographs
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Weir
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Suits
- Clubs whose plans fit a 19-peg water
- Anglers considering a pool with fewer numbered pegs
Maybe not for
- Clubs needing more than 19 pegs on one water
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Weir
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.
Weir FAQs
How many pegs does Weir have?
Weir has 19 pegs.
What is the club lake-booking minimum?
£150, with higher aggregate peg fees taking precedence.
What's the lake record on Weir?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Weir 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 Weir?
carp.
How big is Weir and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A 19-peg option for pleasure and club plans.
Which baits work well on Weir?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Weir 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 Weir 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 Weir?
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 Weston Pools Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Weir?
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 Weir on a day ticket?
Yes — Weir is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult pleasure-fishing day ticket — two rods £12; Under-16 day ticket £10; Age 65 or over day ticket £10; Concession day ticket — eligibility not specified £10; Resident-guest adult fishing £11; Resident-guest concession or under-16 fishing £9; Club lake-booking minimum — Canal/Clay Pit; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £170; Club lake-booking minimum — Belvedere/Stretton/Weir; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £150; Club lake-booking minimum — Jack's; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £110 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Weir?
No — Fishing finishes half an hour before dusk in every season. Check directly about any overnight exceptions.
Who does Weir suit?
Good for: Clubs whose plans fit a 19-peg water; Anglers considering a pool with fewer numbered pegs. Less suited to: Clubs needing more than 19 pegs on one water.
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Clay Pit: 36 pegs and mixed coarse fishing on the sweeney estate
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, bream, tench, perch, roach
Clay Pit sits on the Sweeney Estate, one mile away from the main complex. Sort that detail before travelling rather than assuming all six waters share the same arrival point.
There are 36 pegs, with carp to 18lb and ghost carp to 15lb listed alongside bream, tench, F1s, perch, ide and roach. The club lake-booking minimum is £170, subject to higher aggregate peg fees.
Carp to 18lb, ghost carp to 15lb, bream, tench, F1s, perch, ide and roach.
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Suits
- Mixed-species anglers with carp on the wish list
- Clubs considering a 36-peg water
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting to stay entirely within the main complex
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Clay Pit
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
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.
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.
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.
Clay Pit FAQs
Is Clay Pit on the main site?
No. It's one mile away on the Sweeney Estate.
What carp sizes are listed?
The fishery lists carp to 18lb and ghost carp to 15lb.
What's the lake record on Clay Pit?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 18lb, ghost carp to 15lb, bream, tench, F1s, perch, ide and roach. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Clay Pit?
carp, bream, tench, perch, roach. Carp to 18lb, ghost carp to 15lb, bream, tench, F1s, perch, ide and roach.
How big is Clay Pit and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. 36 pegs and mixed coarse fishing on the Sweeney Estate.
Which baits work well on Clay Pit?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Clay Pit 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 Clay Pit 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 Clay Pit?
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 Weston Pools Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Clay Pit?
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 Clay Pit on a day ticket?
Yes — Clay Pit is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult pleasure-fishing day ticket — two rods £12; Under-16 day ticket £10; Age 65 or over day ticket £10; Concession day ticket — eligibility not specified £10; Resident-guest adult fishing £11; Resident-guest concession or under-16 fishing £9; Club lake-booking minimum — Canal/Clay Pit; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £170; Club lake-booking minimum — Belvedere/Stretton/Weir; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £150; Club lake-booking minimum — Jack's; higher aggregate peg fees supersede minimum £110 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Clay Pit?
No — Fishing finishes half an hour before dusk in every season. Check directly about any overnight exceptions.
Who does Clay Pit suit?
Good for: Mixed-species anglers with carp on the wish list; Clubs considering a 36-peg water. Less suited to: Anyone wanting to stay entirely within the main complex.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Must I sort admission before heading to a peg?
Purchase or registration is required before proceeding to the lakes. No admission before 8am; online buyers should bring a printed or digital ticket.
- Must
Must nets be dipped?
Dip all nets in the tanks outside the shop. Every angler must have a landing net, and fish photography requires an unhooking mat.
- Must
Must under-16s be accompanied?
Under-16s must be accompanied by a guardian.
- No
Can I bring a pet dog around the pools?
Only guide dogs are permitted around the pools.
- Must
Must I fish from a numbered peg?
Fishing is permitted only from numbered pegs.
- No
Can pleasure anglers use keepnets?
Pleasure anglers may not use keepnets.
- Must
Are barbless hooks and free-running feeder rigs compulsory?
Hooks must be barbless, maximum size 10. Feeder rigs must be free-running; elasticated feeders and braided hooklengths are prohibited.
- No
Does a standard pleasure ticket allow night fishing?
Fishing finishes half an hour before dusk in every season. Check directly about any overnight exceptions.
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.
Belvedere
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
Stretton
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.
Jack's
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
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.
Canal
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.
Weir
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.
Clay Pit
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
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.
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.
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.
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: The listed mixed coarse stocks, carp and barbel give pleasure and match anglers plenty to consider.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Weston Pools near Oswestry offers six named coarse waters, a proper mixed bag of species and plenty of scope for pleasure or match fishing. Adult day tickets are £12 for two rods, with Clay Pit sitting a mile away from the main complex.”
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