Fishery guide · Staffordshire
Patshull Park Fishery
Patshull Park is a proper old-school estate fishery, with a huge 75-acre lake, mixed coarse fishing, seasonal trout and pike, plus a separate carp syndicate pool. Day-ticket coarse fishing runs year-round, while carp fishing is syndicate-only.
“7.8/10 — A broad mix of coarse fish, reported big carp and pike, seasonal trout, matches and varied water depth make this a strong fishing venue.”
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The lowdown
Patshull Park Fishery sits near Pattingham on the Shropshire–Staffordshire border, centred around the cracking Great Lake. It was built way back in 1768 and covers approximately 75 acres, so there’s plenty of water to get your head around.
- 2 lakes: Great Lake, Church Pool
- Fish: carp, tench, bream, roach, pike, perch, trout
- Find it: Pattingham · WV6 7HZ
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The full rundown on Patshull Park Fishery
Patshull Park Fishery sits near Pattingham on the Shropshire–Staffordshire border, centred around the cracking Great Lake. It was built way back in 1768 and covers approximately 75 acres, so there’s plenty of water to get your head around.
Great Lake has a bit of everything. The northern shallows average about 10 feet and are said to fish well early in the coarse season. Down south, the Deeps drop beyond 20 feet and reportedly become more productive from around mid-August. Worth keeping that seasonal switch in mind when picking a swim.
The fish mix is broad too. Carp are reported over 30lb, with bream and tench into double figures. Roach and perch add a few bites, while pike are reported over 30lb, including an older reported fish of 32lb 8oz. It’s not just a carp puddle — there’s plenty to keep a mixed-species angler busy.
Fishing is available from the bank and, subject to the section and season, from boats or punts. The Boats section provides boat-based access to pegs. Competition angling and open matches are also held on Great Lake, which gives the place a proper match-fishing angle alongside the quieter day-ticket sessions.
Trout fishing is available seasonally, with rainbow and golden trout stocked to about 10lb and resident brown trout also reported. Pike fishing is advertised from 1 October to 31 March on the official estate page, although an older guide gives a slightly different season. Best bet is to check the current position before setting off.
For carp anglers, Great Lake carp fishing is through a syndicate rather than ordinary day tickets. Church Pool is another syndicate water: a separate, tree-lined pool of about 10 acres holding common and mirror carp reported over 30lb. Beginners are welcomed, and tuition packages, club bookings and corporate fishing can be arranged.
The Fishing Lodge is handy for tackle, bait, hot and cold snacks and drinks. Parking, a cafe, disabled toilets and wheelyboats are also reported. Current day-ticket prices aren’t published, so give the lodge a bell with the fishery before travelling. That’ll save a needless faff, especially if you’re after a particular section, boat or seasonal ticket.
We're not sure on ticket prices here — we couldn't find reliable, up-to-date prices online, so give the fishery a ring or check their own site before you go.
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Patshull Park Fishery FAQs
What are the current day-ticket prices?
Current prices aren’t published on the official website. Contact the Fishing Lodge with the fishery for current prices and availability.
Can beginners fish at Patshull Park?
Yes, beginners are welcomed, and tuition packages may be available by arrangement.
Are boats or punts available?
Fishing is available from boats or punts subject to section and season. The Boats section provides boat-based access to pegs.
Is trout fishing available all year?
Trout fishing is offered seasonally. Current availability should be confirmed with the fishery.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
There's fishing lodge selling tackle and bait on site, so you can grab bits on the day. For anything bigger, stock up before you leave home — or order online in advance.
Do I need to bring food?
There's hot and cold snacks and drinks listed, but opening times vary, so pack snacks and plenty of water just in case — especially on a long session.
Are there toilets on site?
Yes — the fishery lists disabled toilets.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — parking. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
WV6 7HZ. Heads up: we couldn't confirm this fishery's own postcode, so WV6 7HZ is the nearest one to the fishery's map position. It should get you close, but it might be a little off — check the fishery's directions before you set off.
How much is a ticket?
We haven't got current prices. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Great Lake. Church Pool is members only. Busy weekends can fill up, so ring ahead if you've got your heart set on a swim.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find carp, tench, bream, roach, pike, perch, trout. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
2 — Great Lake (Approximately 75 acres), Church Pool (About 10 acres).
Is night fishing allowed?
It depends — Current night-fishing availability and rules are not stated on the official website.
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?
The fishery lists disabled toilets. 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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Great Lake: a massive, varied estate lake with shallows, deep water, mixed coarse fish, trout and serious pike.
- Size
- Approximately 75 acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, bream, roach, pike, perch, trout
Great Lake is the main Patshull Park water, built in 1768 and covering approximately 75 acres near Pattingham. It offers year-round day-ticket coarse fishing, with bank access and boat or punt fishing available subject to the section and season.
The northern areas average about 10 feet and are said to fish well early in the coarse season. The southern Deeps run beyond 20 feet and reportedly come into their own from around mid-August. Carp fishing is syndicate-only, but coarse day tickets, matches and seasonal trout and pike opportunities give this lake plenty of range.
Carp are reported to exceed 30 pounds; pike are reported to exceed 30 pounds; bream and tench are reported to double figures; rainbow and golden trout are stocked to about 10 pounds.
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A look around Great Lake
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Great Lake
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Suits
- Anglers after a proper mixed coarse water with bream, tench, roach and perch alongside bigger carp and pike.
- Those who like changing tactics through the year, from the early-season Shallows to the deeper southern water later on.
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting guaranteed carp day-ticket access, as Great Lake carp fishing is syndicate-only.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Great Lake
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
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.
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.
Great Lake FAQs
Can you fish Great Lake on a day ticket?
Year-round day-ticket coarse fishing is offered. Carp fishing is through a syndicate rather than ordinary day tickets.
When is pike fishing allowed?
The official estate page advertises pike fishing from 1 October to 31 March. An older guide gives a different season, so check with the fishery before travelling.
What's the lake record on Great Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp are reported to exceed 30 pounds; pike are reported to exceed 30 pounds; bream and tench are reported to double figures; rainbow and golden trout are stocked to about 10 pounds. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Great Lake?
carp, tench, bream, roach, pike, perch, trout. Carp are reported to exceed 30 pounds; pike are reported to exceed 30 pounds; bream and tench are reported to double figures; rainbow and golden trout are stocked to about 10 pounds.
How big is Great Lake and how many swims?
Around Approximately 75 acres acres. A massive, varied estate lake with shallows, deep water, mixed coarse fish, trout and serious pike..
Which baits work well on Great Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Great 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 Great 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 Great 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 Patshull Park Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Great 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 Great Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Great Lake is on the day ticket. Check current prices before you go.
Is night fishing allowed on Great Lake?
It depends — Current night-fishing availability and rules are not stated on the official website.
Who does Great Lake suit?
Good for: Anglers after a proper mixed coarse water with bream, tench, roach and perch alongside bigger carp and pike.; Those who like changing tactics through the year, from the early-season Shallows to the deeper southern water later on.. Less suited to: Anglers wanting guaranteed carp day-ticket access, as Great Lake carp fishing is syndicate-only..
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Church Pool: a tree-lined 10-acre carp pool with common and mirror carp reported over 30lb.
- Size
- About 10 acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Church Pool is a separate, tree-lined pool at Patshull Park, covering about 10 acres. It holds common and mirror carp reported to exceed 30lb, making it the dedicated carp option within the fishery’s waters.
Access is controlled by an annual syndicate, so it isn’t a standard day-ticket bash. If you’re chasing a longer-term carp ticket rather than a quick mixed coarse session, this is the one to ask the Fishing Lodge about.
Common and mirror carp are reported to exceed 30 pounds.
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Church Pool
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Suits
- Syndicate carp anglers looking for a smaller, tree-lined water with reported fish over 30lb.
- Anglers who prefer a dedicated carp pool rather than a large mixed lake.
Maybe not for
- Casual day-ticket anglers, as access is controlled by an annual syndicate.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Church Pool
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.
Church Pool FAQs
Is Church Pool available on a day ticket?
No ordinary day-ticket access is stated. Fishing is controlled by an annual syndicate.
What carp are in Church Pool?
Common and mirror carp are reported, with fish exceeding 30lb.
What's the lake record on Church Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Common and mirror carp are reported to exceed 30 pounds. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Church Pool?
carp. Common and mirror carp are reported to exceed 30 pounds.
How big is Church Pool and how many swims?
Around About 10 acres acres. A tree-lined 10-acre carp pool with common and mirror carp reported over 30lb..
Which baits work well on Church Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Church Pool 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 Church Pool get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Church Pool?
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 Patshull Park Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Church Pool?
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 Church Pool on a day ticket?
No — Church Pool is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Church Pool?
It depends — Current night-fishing availability and rules are not stated on the official website.
Who does Church Pool suit?
Good for: Syndicate carp anglers looking for a smaller, tree-lined water with reported fish over 30lb.; Anglers who prefer a dedicated carp pool rather than a large mixed lake.. Less suited to: Casual day-ticket anglers, as access is controlled by an annual syndicate..
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Venue Rule Checker
- No
Is carp fishing on Great Lake available on a normal day ticket?
Great Lake carp fishing is available through a syndicate rather than ordinary day tickets.
- Must
Is Church Pool syndicate-only?
Church Pool fishing is controlled by an annual syndicate.
- Seasonal
Is pike fishing seasonal?
The official estate page advertises pike fishing from 1 October to 31 March; an older guide gives a different season, so confirm current rules.
- Yes
Can live pike bait be used?
Live pike bait must be purchased from the Fishing Lodge.
- Must
Can dead sea bait be used for pike?
The published guide says dead pike bait must be dead sea bait to reduce disease-transfer risk.
- Only if
Is night fishing available?
Current night-fishing availability and rules are not stated on the official website.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 9 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.
Great Lake
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
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.
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.
Church Pool
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
7.8/10 from Tackle Index: A broad mix of coarse fish, reported big carp and pike, seasonal trout, matches and varied water depth make this a strong fishing venue.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Patshull Park is a proper old-school estate fishery, with a huge 75-acre lake, mixed coarse fishing, seasonal trout and pike, plus a separate carp syndicate pool. Day-ticket coarse fishing runs year-round, while carp fishing is syndicate-only.”
This is our own summary of recurring public feedback and the venue details we checked, not a copied customer review or a promise you’ll catch. Feedback changes, so we keep it separate from the Tackle Index score.
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