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Avalon Fisheries
Avalon Fisheries at Westhay gives you three very different routes: mixed pleasure and match fishing on Moors, specimen carp on Heath, and limited-ticket syndicate fishing on Fenwood. Fancy a casual day or a proper carp session? Pick your lake before loading the car.
“7.5/10 — Moors offers a broad coarse-fish mix, while Heath adds specimen carp exceeding 30lb.”
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The lowdown
Avalon Fisheries sits on Shapwick Road in Westhay, Somerset, BA6 9TT. The big thing here is choice, but not three lakes doing exactly the same job. Moors is the pleasure and match water, Heath is aimed at specimen carp anglers, and Fenwood is a limited-ticket syndicate for experienced anglers. That makes choosing the right lake your first bit of preparation.
- 3 lakes: Moors, Heath, Fenwood
- Fish: carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, chub, perch, pike
- Tickets from: Moors adult day ticket, maximum two rods — £10
- Find it: Glastonbury · BA6 9TT
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Avalon Fisheries sits on Shapwick Road in Westhay, Somerset, BA6 9TT. The big thing here is choice, but not three lakes doing exactly the same job. Moors is the pleasure and match water, Heath is aimed at specimen carp anglers, and Fenwood is a limited-ticket syndicate for experienced anglers. That makes choosing the right lake your first bit of preparation. A quick mixed-bag outing and an overnight hunt for a lump have quite different arrangements.
Moors is the straightforward option for a day on the bank. It covers five acres, has 48 platform pegs and typically runs around six feet deep. The mix includes carp, tench, bream, skimmers, roach, rudd, chub, perch and pike. There’s proper variety there if you enjoy fishing for bites rather than putting everything into one species. Pleasure anglers can turn up and pay the bailiff, so there’s no advance-booking faff for that sort of visit.
Heath changes the brief. This two-acre specimen carp lake has 16 pegs, with 14 available for overnight fishing and two reserved for day sessions. Carp exceeding 30lb give it an obvious pull if a bigger fish is the aim. That’s a reason to choose it, not a promise of a PB. Both day and overnight sessions must be booked online beforehand, and overnight bookings run noon to noon. Get the session sorted before packing the bivvy.
The ticket options reflect those different jobs. Moors has adult and concession day tickets, plus evening tickets after 4pm. Heath offers adult day fishing and sessions from 24 through to 120 hours, all with a maximum of two rods. Match organisers should speak to Vic about Moors and confirm the peg charge: the lake page and Site Information give different figures. Heath day anglers should also check their departure time, because its booking terms differ from the general daytime hours.
A couple of practical rules deserve attention before your nets go in the car. Nets must arrive dry and be dipped on arrival and departure. On Moors, keepnets are allowed only for silvers from October to March, with carp released immediately; from April to September, keepnets are prohibited. Heath has one angler per peg and allows bivvies rather than tents. Overnight anglers must be at least 18, while under-16s fishing Heath by day need an accompanying adult.
Fenwood is a separate proposition again: limited-ticket syndicate access, aimed at experienced anglers, rather than another turn-up day water. For most casual visitors, the useful decision is therefore Moors versus Heath. Choose Moors for mixed species and flexible pleasure fishing; choose Heath when specimen carp and a booked session are the point. Keep those booking, net and age rules bob on, confirm the couple of conflicting details, and you can plan around the fishing you actually want.
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Avalon Fisheries FAQs
Where is Avalon Fisheries?
On Shapwick Road, Westhay, Somerset, BA6 9TT.
Which lake should I choose?
Moors is for mixed pleasure and match fishing. Heath is the prebooked specimen carp lake. Fenwood is a limited-ticket syndicate for experienced anglers.
Can I just turn up?
Yes for pleasure fishing on Moors: pay the bailiff on the bank. Heath needs advance online booking, while Fenwood has syndicate access.
What should match organisers check?
Call Vic with the fishery. Moors match bookings require at least ten pegs, and the peg price needs confirming because the lake page lists £10 while Site Information lists £9.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Avalon Fisheries. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Glastonbury.
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?
BA6 9TT.
How much is a ticket?
Moors adult day ticket, maximum two rods: £10; Moors adult evening ticket after 4pm, maximum two rods: £8; Moors under-16 and over-65 day ticket, maximum two rods: £8; Moors under-16 and over-65 evening ticket after 4pm, maximum two rods: £7; Moors match pegs: £10 each, minimum ten; Site Information instead lists £9, so confirm.; Heath adult day ticket, maximum two rods: £15; Heath adult 24-hour ticket, maximum two rods: £30; Heath adult 48-hour ticket, maximum two rods: £55; Heath adult 72-hour ticket, maximum two rods: £80; Heath adult 96-hour ticket, maximum two rods: £105; Heath adult 120-hour ticket, maximum two rods: £130. Prices last checked 2026-10-06 — they can change, so check before you go.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, chub, perch, pike. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
3 — Moors (5), Heath (2), Fenwood (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
No — Heath overnight fishing is restricted to anglers aged 18 or over. Under-16 day anglers must be accompanied by an adult.
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?
Most UK fisheries prefer barbless or micro-barbed hooks — ask on arrival if unsure.
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.
Day ticket · turn up
Moors: mixed-bag pleasure fishing and matches across 48 platform pegs.
- Size
- 5 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, chub, perch, pike
Moors is Avalon's five-acre pleasure and match lake, with 48 platform pegs and typical depths around six feet. Carp share the water with a broad mix of coarse species, so this is the one for anglers who like options rather than a carp-only brief.
Pleasure fishing is nice and straightforward: turn up and pay the bailiff on the bank. Match bookings go through Vic. If a net of silvers is your plan, mind the seasonal keepnet rules rather than assuming they're allowed all year.
Stocks carp, tench, bream, skimmers, roach, rudd, chub, perch and pike.
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A look around Moors
Avalon Fisheries
Moors
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Suits
- Pleasure anglers after a mixed-species day
- Match anglers and club organisers
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting to use keepnets during April–September
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Moors
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
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
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.
Moors FAQs
Do I need to book pleasure fishing?
No. Moors pleasure anglers can turn up and pay the bailiff on the bank.
How do I arrange a match?
Contact Vic with the fishery. Match pegs have a minimum booking of ten; confirm the charge because £10 and £9 are both published.
What's the lake record on Moors?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocks carp, tench, bream, skimmers, roach, rudd, chub, perch and pike. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Moors?
carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, chub, perch, pike. Stocks carp, tench, bream, skimmers, roach, rudd, chub, perch and pike.
How big is Moors and how many swims?
Around 5 acres. Mixed-bag pleasure fishing and matches across 48 platform pegs..
Which baits work well on Moors?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Moors 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 Moors 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 Moors?
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 Avalon Fisheries before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Moors?
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 Moors on a day ticket?
Yes — Moors is on the day ticket. Tickets: Moors adult day ticket, maximum two rods £10; Moors adult evening ticket after 4pm, maximum two rods £8; Moors under-16 and over-65 day ticket, maximum two rods £8; Moors under-16 and over-65 evening ticket after 4pm, maximum two rods £7; Moors match pegs £10 each, minimum ten; Site Information instead lists £9, so confirm.; Heath adult day ticket, maximum two rods £15; Heath adult 24-hour ticket, maximum two rods £30; Heath adult 48-hour ticket, maximum two rods £55; Heath adult 72-hour ticket, maximum two rods £80; Heath adult 96-hour ticket, maximum two rods £105; Heath adult 120-hour ticket, maximum two rods £130 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on Moors?
No — Heath overnight fishing is restricted to anglers aged 18 or over. Under-16 day anglers must be accompanied by an adult.
Who does Moors suit?
Good for: Pleasure anglers after a mixed-species day; Match anglers and club organisers. Less suited to: Anglers wanting to use keepnets during April–September.
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Heath: book ahead for specimen carp and overnight sessions.
- Size
- 2 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Heath is the two-acre specimen carp option, with carp exceeding 30lb and 16 pegs. Fourteen pegs accommodate overnight fishing, while two are day-only. It's the clear pick here when a bigger carp is the goal.
Book online in advance, whether you're coming for the day or staying overnight. Overnight sessions run noon to noon, with one angler per peg and bivvies only, not tents. Day anglers should confirm the applicable finish time before travelling.
Contains carp exceeding 30lb.
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A look around Heath
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Heath
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Suits
- Specimen carp anglers
- Adults planning a booked overnight session
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting to turn up without booking
- Under-18s wanting overnight fishing
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Heath
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.
Heath FAQs
Must I book a day session?
Yes. Both day and overnight fishing on Heath must be booked online in advance.
Can juniors fish Heath?
Under-16 day anglers must be accompanied by an adult. Overnight fishing is restricted to anglers aged 18 or over.
What's the lake record on Heath?
Going by what the fishery says: Contains carp exceeding 30lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Heath?
carp. Contains carp exceeding 30lb.
How big is Heath and how many swims?
Around 2 acres. Book ahead for specimen carp and overnight sessions..
Which baits work well on Heath?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Heath 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 Heath get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Heath?
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 Avalon Fisheries before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Heath?
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 Heath on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Heath in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Heath?
No — Heath overnight fishing is restricted to anglers aged 18 or over. Under-16 day anglers must be accompanied by an adult.
Who does Heath suit?
Good for: Specimen carp anglers; Adults planning a booked overnight session. Less suited to: Anglers wanting to turn up without booking; Under-18s wanting overnight fishing.
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Syndicate · invite only
Fenwood: limited-ticket syndicate fishing for experienced anglers.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Fenwood is Avalon's limited-ticket syndicate lake, aimed at experienced anglers. It's a different access arrangement from the pleasure fishing on Moors and the online session bookings on Heath.
Treat this as the syndicate option, not a spare day-ticket water. Anyone looking for a casual outing should focus on Moors or a prebooked Heath session instead.
Lake photographs
A look around Fenwood
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Fenwood
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Suits
- Experienced anglers
- Anglers looking for syndicate access
Maybe not for
- Casual day-ticket visitors
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Fenwood
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.
Fenwood FAQs
Is Fenwood a day-ticket lake?
No. It is described as a limited-ticket syndicate lake.
Who is Fenwood aimed at?
Experienced anglers looking for syndicate fishing.
What's the lake record on Fenwood?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Fenwood 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 Fenwood?
carp.
How big is Fenwood and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Limited-ticket syndicate fishing for experienced anglers..
Which baits work well on Fenwood?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Fenwood 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 Fenwood get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Fenwood?
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 Avalon Fisheries before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Fenwood?
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 Fenwood on a day ticket?
No — Fenwood is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Fenwood?
No — Heath overnight fishing is restricted to anglers aged 18 or over. Under-16 day anglers must be accompanied by an adult.
Who does Fenwood suit?
Good for: Experienced anglers; Anglers looking for syndicate access. Less suited to: Casual day-ticket visitors.
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How busy was it?
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No live tracking — this is what anglers told us after their session, and it's never part of the venue score.
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Venue Rule Checker
- No
Can I fish more than two rods on a day-ticket session?
The listed Moors and Heath tickets allow a maximum of two rods.
- Must
Must I book Heath in advance?
Book both day and overnight fishing online in advance.
- Seasonal
Can I use a keepnet on Moors?
October–March: silvers only, with carp released immediately. April–September: keepnets are prohibited.
- Must
Must nets be dry and dipped?
Nets must arrive dry and be dipped on arrival and departure.
- No
Can under-18s fish overnight on Heath?
Heath overnight fishing is restricted to anglers aged 18 or over. Under-16 day anglers must be accompanied by an adult.
- No
Can I use a tent or share a Heath peg?
Heath allows one angler per peg and bivvies only, not tents.
- Must
Do bookings require full payment?
Bookings require full payment, including a 50% non-refundable deposit. Cancellation or booking changes require at least 72 hours' notice; no refunds inside that window.
- Only if
Should I confirm Heath's day-session departure time?
General daytime hours and Heath's separate 7am–7pm day-booking terms differ, so confirm which applies.
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.
Moors
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
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
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.
Heath
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.
Fenwood
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.
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
7.5/10 from Tackle Index: Moors offers a broad coarse-fish mix, while Heath adds specimen carp exceeding 30lb.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Avalon Fisheries at Westhay gives you three very different routes: mixed pleasure and match fishing on Moors, specimen carp on Heath, and limited-ticket syndicate fishing on Fenwood. Fancy a casual day or a proper carp session? Pick your lake before loading the car.”
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