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Trinity Waters
Trinity Waters is a cracking five-lake complex near Chilton Trinity, with everything from pleasure fishing and matches to proper carp and night-fishing waters. There’s a good spread of sizes too, from canal-style Ash Lake to the 6-acre Wildmarsh.
“8.3/10 — Five lakes cover mixed coarse, pleasure, runs-water and carp fishing, with some cracking reported fish sizes.”
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The lowdown
Trinity Waters sits at Straight Drove, Chilton Trinity, near Bridgwater in Somerset. It’s a family-run fishery split across two sites: Woodland Site and Wildmarsh Site. Altogether, there are five individual lakes, so there’s a fair bit to get your head around before picking a peg.
- 5 lakes: Woodland Lake, Ash Lake, Middlemarsh Lake, Wildmarsh Lake, Chandos Lake
- Fish: carp, bream, tench, roach, crucian, perch, rudd
- Tickets from: Day fishing, one rod — £8
- Find it: Bridgwater · TA5 2BQ
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Trinity Waters sits at Straight Drove, Chilton Trinity, near Bridgwater in Somerset. It’s a family-run fishery split across two sites: Woodland Site and Wildmarsh Site. Altogether, there are five individual lakes, so there’s a fair bit to get your head around before picking a peg.
The fishing is nicely varied. Woodland Lake and Ash Lake allow matches, while Middlemarsh is the main pleasure-fishing water. Wildmarsh is the runs water for day and night fishing, and Chandos is the main carp lake, mainly used for nights. Handy setup if you fancy changing things up rather than fishing the same style every visit.
The lakes generally have silt bottoms with occasional hard-clay spots. That means it pays to spend a minute finding the firmer areas, especially if you’re fishing a feeder or presenting a bait on the deck. Islands, spits and margins feature across several waters, giving you plenty to investigate from the swim.
Woodland Lake covers about 2 acres and has 34 swims, including some doubles. It holds carp to 20lb, plus bream, tench and roach. Ash Lake is a roughly 1-acre canal-style water with 19 swims and three main islands. It has a broad mixed bag, including carp, crucians, tench, bream, perch, roach and rudd.
Middlemarsh is around 1.5 acres with 16 swims and is aimed squarely at pleasure anglers. Carp go to 12lb, with crucians, tench, bream and F1s also present. There’s no match fishing or night fishing here, so it’s the quieter option for a straightforward daytime session.
For bigger carp, Wildmarsh and Chandos are the headline waters. Wildmarsh is about 6 acres, with a main island and a spit, and holds carp to 38lb 12oz alongside grass carp to 25lb and silver fish. Chandos is roughly 3 acres, has nine swims and a main island, with carp to 29.8lb and grass carp to 21lb.
Day fishing is advertised from dawn until dusk, with summer gates opening at 6:15am and closing no later than 9pm; closing varies seasonally. Night fishing is booking-only on Wildmarsh and Chandos. With toilets, parking, a bait shop, accessible facilities and an on-site lodge with private swims, the setup looks pretty bob on for both short sessions and longer stays.
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Trinity Waters FAQs
Where is Trinity Waters?
The fishery is at Straight Drove, Chilton Trinity, Bridgwater, Somerset.
How much is day fishing?
The current official price is £8 for one rod, with each additional rod costing £2. Concession, junior and disabled day fishing is £5 for one rod, then £2 for each additional rod.
How much is night fishing?
Night fishing costs £25 for the first night and £15 for each subsequent night per session. The price covers a maximum of three rods.
Which lakes allow night fishing?
Night fishing is available on Wildmarsh and Chandos Lakes, and all night fishing is booking-only.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
There's on-site bait 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?
Yes — the fishery lists toilet block with accessible facilities at woodland site.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — car parking. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
TA5 2BQ.
How much is a ticket?
Day fishing, one rod: £8; Each additional rod: £2; Concession, junior and disabled day fishing, one rod: £5; Each additional rod for concession, junior and disabled anglers: £2; Night fishing, first night: £25; Each subsequent night per session: £15. 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?
Day tickets are available on Woodland Lake, Ash Lake, Middlemarsh Lake, Wildmarsh Lake. 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, bream, tench, roach, crucian, perch, rudd. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
5 — Woodland Lake (Approximately 2 acres), Ash Lake (Approximately 1 acre), Middlemarsh Lake (Approximately 1.5 acres), Wildmarsh Lake (Approximately 6 acres), Chandos Lake (Approximately 3 acres).
Is night fishing allowed?
Yes, it's required — All night fishing on Wildmarsh and Chandos is booking-only.
Can I bring my dog?
It depends — Dogs are not allowed without prior permission.
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 the described lakes.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
No — Matches are allowed on Woodland and Ash Lakes only. They are not allowed on Wildmarsh, Middlemarsh or Chandos.
Is it suitable for disabled anglers?
The fishery lists toilet block with accessible facilities at woodland site. Ring ahead to check which swims suit you.
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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Woodland Lake: a busy, mixed coarse water with 34 swims and some useful doubles.
- Size
- Approximately 2 acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, bream, tench, roach
Woodland Lake is on the Woodland Site and covers approximately 2 acres. With 34 swims, including some double swims, it offers plenty of choice for a day session.
The lake contains carp to 20lb, bream to 6lb, tench to 8lb and roach to 2lb. The general bottom is silt, with occasional hard-clay spots, so locating a firmer patch could be well worth the faff.
Carp to 20lb, bream to 6lb, tench to 8lb and roach to 2lb.
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Woodland Lake
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Suits
- Mixed coarse anglers after carp, tench, bream or roach
- Anglers wanting a venue where matches are allowed
Maybe not for
- Anglers specifically looking for night fishing or the biggest carp on the complex
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Woodland 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.
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.
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.
Woodland Lake FAQs
Are matches allowed on Woodland Lake?
Yes. Matches are allowed on Woodland Lake.
How many swims does Woodland Lake have?
There are 34 swims, including some double swims.
What's the lake record on Woodland Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 20lb, bream to 6lb, tench to 8lb and roach to 2lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Woodland Lake?
carp, bream, tench, roach. Carp to 20lb, bream to 6lb, tench to 8lb and roach to 2lb.
How big is Woodland Lake and how many swims?
Around Approximately 2 acres acres. A busy, mixed coarse water with 34 swims and some useful doubles..
Which baits work well on Woodland Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Woodland 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 Woodland 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 Woodland 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 Trinity Waters before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Woodland 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 Woodland Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Woodland Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day fishing, one rod £8; Each additional rod £2; Concession, junior and disabled day fishing, one rod £5; Each additional rod for concession, junior and disabled anglers £2; Night fishing, first night £25; Each subsequent night per session £15 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on Woodland Lake?
Yes, it's required — All night fishing on Wildmarsh and Chandos is booking-only.
Who does Woodland Lake suit?
Good for: Mixed coarse anglers after carp, tench, bream or roach; Anglers wanting a venue where matches are allowed. Less suited to: Anglers specifically looking for night fishing or the biggest carp on the complex.
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Ash Lake: a canal-style lake with three islands and a proper mixed-bag feel.
- Size
- Approximately 1 acre acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, crucian, tench, bream, perch, roach, rudd
Ash Lake is approximately 1 acre and canal-style, with 19 swims and three main islands. Those islands give anglers obvious features to fish towards, while the margins are also worth keeping an eye on.
The stock is nicely varied, from carp to 19lb through to crucians, tench, bream, perch, roach and rudd. Like the other described lakes, the bottom is generally silt with occasional hard-clay spots.
Carp to 19lb, crucians to 3lb, tench to 6lb, bream to 5lb, perch to 3lb, plus roach and rudd.
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Ash Lake
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Suits
- Mixed coarse anglers who enjoy plenty of species options
- Match anglers, as matches are allowed here
Maybe not for
- Anglers after a dedicated night-fishing session
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Ash Lake
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.
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.
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.
Ash Lake FAQs
How many swims are on Ash Lake?
Ash Lake has 19 swims.
Are matches allowed on Ash Lake?
Yes. Matches are allowed on Ash Lake.
What's the lake record on Ash Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 19lb, crucians to 3lb, tench to 6lb, bream to 5lb, perch to 3lb, plus roach and rudd. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Ash Lake?
carp, crucian, tench, bream, perch, roach, rudd. Carp to 19lb, crucians to 3lb, tench to 6lb, bream to 5lb, perch to 3lb, plus roach and rudd.
How big is Ash Lake and how many swims?
Around Approximately 1 acre acres. A canal-style lake with three islands and a proper mixed-bag feel..
Which baits work well on Ash Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Ash 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 Ash 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 Ash 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 Trinity Waters before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Ash 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 Ash Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Ash Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day fishing, one rod £8; Each additional rod £2; Concession, junior and disabled day fishing, one rod £5; Each additional rod for concession, junior and disabled anglers £2; Night fishing, first night £25; Each subsequent night per session £15 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on Ash Lake?
Yes, it's required — All night fishing on Wildmarsh and Chandos is booking-only.
Who does Ash Lake suit?
Good for: Mixed coarse anglers who enjoy plenty of species options; Match anglers, as matches are allowed here. Less suited to: Anglers after a dedicated night-fishing session.
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Middlemarsh Lake: the main pleasure-fishing water, with a compact layout and mixed stock.
- Size
- Approximately 1.5 acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, crucian, tench, bream
Middlemarsh Lake is approximately 1.5 acres with 16 swims. It’s the main pleasure-fishing water at the complex, making it a natural pick for a relaxed daytime session.
The lake contains carp to 12lb, crucians to 3lb, tench over 6lb, bream to 3lb and F1s to 2lb. Matches and night fishing are not allowed here.
Carp to 12lb, crucians to 3lb, tench over 6lb, bream to 3lb and F1s to 2lb.
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Middlemarsh Lake
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Suits
- Pleasure anglers wanting a daytime mixed coarse session
- Anglers after carp, crucians, tench, bream or F1s
Maybe not for
- Match anglers and anyone wanting to fish through the night
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Middlemarsh 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.
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.
Middlemarsh Lake FAQs
Is Middlemarsh Lake the match water?
No. Middlemarsh is the main pleasure-fishing water and matches are not allowed.
Can you night fish Middlemarsh Lake?
No. Night fishing is not allowed on Middlemarsh Lake.
What's the lake record on Middlemarsh Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 12lb, crucians to 3lb, tench over 6lb, bream to 3lb and F1s to 2lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Middlemarsh Lake?
carp, crucian, tench, bream. Carp to 12lb, crucians to 3lb, tench over 6lb, bream to 3lb and F1s to 2lb.
How big is Middlemarsh Lake and how many swims?
Around Approximately 1.5 acres acres. The main pleasure-fishing water, with a compact layout and mixed stock..
Which baits work well on Middlemarsh Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Middlemarsh 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 Middlemarsh 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 Middlemarsh 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 Trinity Waters before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Middlemarsh 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 Middlemarsh Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Middlemarsh Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day fishing, one rod £8; Each additional rod £2; Concession, junior and disabled day fishing, one rod £5; Each additional rod for concession, junior and disabled anglers £2; Night fishing, first night £25; Each subsequent night per session £15 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on Middlemarsh Lake?
Yes, it's required — All night fishing on Wildmarsh and Chandos is booking-only.
Who does Middlemarsh Lake suit?
Good for: Pleasure anglers wanting a daytime mixed coarse session; Anglers after carp, crucians, tench, bream or F1s. Less suited to: Match anglers and anyone wanting to fish through the night.
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Wildmarsh Lake: the 6-acre runs water, with day and night fishing and a serious carp ceiling.
- Size
- Approximately 6 acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Wildmarsh Lake is approximately 6 acres and has a main island and a spit. It’s described as the main runs water for day and night fishing, so it’s the obvious place to look for a livelier carp session.
The lake contains carp to 38lb 12oz, grass carp to 25lb and silver fish. Night fishing is available here, but it’s booking-only and the night-fishing rules and age requirements apply.
Carp to 38lb 12oz, grass carp to 25lb and silver fish.
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Wildmarsh Lake
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Suits
- Carp anglers chasing bigger lumps on day or night sessions
- Anglers who like a runs-water setup with a sizeable lake to explore
Maybe not for
- Match anglers, as matches are not allowed on Wildmarsh
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Wildmarsh Lake
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.
Wildmarsh Lake FAQs
Is night fishing available on Wildmarsh?
Yes, but all night fishing is booking-only.
Are matches allowed on Wildmarsh?
No. Matches are not allowed on Wildmarsh Lake.
What's the lake record on Wildmarsh Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 38lb 12oz, grass carp to 25lb and silver fish. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Wildmarsh Lake?
carp. Carp to 38lb 12oz, grass carp to 25lb and silver fish.
How big is Wildmarsh Lake and how many swims?
Around Approximately 6 acres acres. The 6-acre runs water, with day and night fishing and a serious carp ceiling..
Which baits work well on Wildmarsh Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Wildmarsh 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 Wildmarsh 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 Wildmarsh 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 Trinity Waters before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Wildmarsh 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 Wildmarsh Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Wildmarsh Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day fishing, one rod £8; Each additional rod £2; Concession, junior and disabled day fishing, one rod £5; Each additional rod for concession, junior and disabled anglers £2; Night fishing, first night £25; Each subsequent night per session £15 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Who does Wildmarsh Lake suit?
Good for: Carp anglers chasing bigger lumps on day or night sessions; Anglers who like a runs-water setup with a sizeable lake to explore. Less suited to: Match anglers, as matches are not allowed on Wildmarsh.
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Chandos Lake: the main carp water, with nine swims and a night-fishing focus.
- Size
- Approximately 3 acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Chandos Lake is approximately 3 acres, with nine swims and a main island. It’s the main carp water at Trinity Waters and is mainly used for night fishing.
Carp go to 29.8lb, with grass carp to 21lb. Chandos is booking-only, so this is one to sort in advance rather than turning up and hoping for a cheeky spare peg.
Carp to 29.8lb and grass carp to 21lb.
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Chandos Lake
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Suits
- Carp anglers planning a pre-booked night session
- Anglers who prefer a smaller, focused carp water
Maybe not for
- Match anglers, as matches are not allowed on Chandos
- Day-ticket anglers wanting to fish without booking
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Chandos Lake
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.
Chandos Lake FAQs
Is Chandos Lake booking-only?
Yes. Chandos Lake is booking-only.
Can you night fish Chandos Lake?
Yes. Night fishing is available, and all night fishing is booking-only.
What's the lake record on Chandos Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 29.8lb and grass carp to 21lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Chandos Lake?
carp. Carp to 29.8lb and grass carp to 21lb.
How big is Chandos Lake and how many swims?
Around Approximately 3 acres acres. The main carp water, with nine swims and a night-fishing focus..
Which baits work well on Chandos Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Chandos 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 Chandos 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 Chandos 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 Trinity Waters before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Chandos 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 Chandos Lake on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Chandos Lake in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Chandos Lake?
Yes, it's required — All night fishing on Wildmarsh and Chandos is booking-only.
Who does Chandos Lake suit?
Good for: Carp anglers planning a pre-booked night session; Anglers who prefer a smaller, focused carp water. Less suited to: Match anglers, as matches are not allowed on Chandos; Day-ticket anglers wanting to fish without booking.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Are barbless hooks required?
Barbless hooks are required on the described lakes.
- No
Are floating baits allowed?
Floating baits are prohibited on the described lakes.
- No
Can rods be left unattended?
Anglers must not leave rods unattended in the water.
- Must
Must rubbish be removed?
Rubbish must be removed from the fishery.
- Only if
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are not allowed without prior permission.
- Must
Is night fishing booking-only?
All night fishing on Wildmarsh and Chandos is booking-only.
- Must
Are under-16 anglers allowed alone?
Under-16 anglers must be accompanied by an adult.
- No
Are matches allowed on every lake?
Matches are allowed on Woodland and Ash Lakes only. They are not allowed on Wildmarsh, Middlemarsh or Chandos.
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.
Woodland 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.
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.
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.
Ash Lake
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.
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.
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.
Middlemarsh 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.
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.
Wildmarsh Lake
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.
Chandos Lake
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.
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
8.3/10 from Tackle Index: Five lakes cover mixed coarse, pleasure, runs-water and carp fishing, with some cracking reported fish sizes.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Trinity Waters is a cracking five-lake complex near Chilton Trinity, with everything from pleasure fishing and matches to proper carp and night-fishing waters. There’s a good spread of sizes too, from canal-style Ash Lake to the 6-acre Wildmarsh.”
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