Fishery guide · Warwickshire
Coombe Abbey Fishery
Coombe Abbey Fishery, also known as Coombe Pool Fishery, is a big mature estate lake at Coombe Abbey Park near Coventry. It’s currently closed for reservoir-safety works and Coventry City Council says it will not open for the 2026–2027 season.
“7.6/10 — A sizeable estate lake with carp, tench, bream, crucian carp, pike and zander, plus several published specimen-size claims.”
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The lowdown
Coombe Abbey Fishery, also known as Coombe Pool Fishery, sits inside Coombe Abbey Park on Brinklow Road, Binley, Coventry, CV3 2AB. It’s a proper mature estate lake with a cracking bit of history behind it, having been created by Capability Brown in the 1770s. The park itself covers roughly 500 acres, so there’s plenty of countryside around the water too.
- 1 lake: Coombe Pool
- Fish: carp, tench, bream, pike, zander, crucian
- Find it: Coventry · CV3 2AB
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The full rundown on Coombe Abbey Fishery
Coombe Abbey Fishery, also known as Coombe Pool Fishery, sits inside Coombe Abbey Park on Brinklow Road, Binley, Coventry, CV3 2AB. It’s a proper mature estate lake with a cracking bit of history behind it, having been created by Capability Brown in the 1770s. The park itself covers roughly 500 acres, so there’s plenty of countryside around the water too.
The lake is listed at approximately 80 acres by the fishery information page, while other descriptions put it nearer 90 acres or 36 hectares. Either way, this is a sizeable bit of water. Not the sort of place where you chuck in anywhere and expect instant action. When it reopens, a bit of homework on the banks, wind and likely fish-holding areas should pay off nicely.
There’s a tasty mix in the lake. Specimen pike and zander are the headline predators, with carp, tench, bream and crucian carp also mentioned. Published details describe carp commonly exceeding 20lb, tench to around 9lb, bream to about 10lb, crucian carp over 4lb and zander to approximately 16lb. That gives the place proper variety, whether you fancy a patient specimen session or a more active coarse approach.
For a new venue this size, keep things flexible. A couple of rods or setups suited to different jobs, spare leads and plenty of bait options would be sensible. Start by looking for obvious features, shelter from the wind and signs of fish activity, then build the swim rather than chucking a mountain of bait in straight away. Asking the bailiff about recent conditions, productive areas and any changes to the banks would be a bob-on first move.
Historically, the traditional fishing season ran from 16 June to 14 March. Pike and zander fishing was not permitted before 1 October. The Lindley Bank was reserved for season-ticket holders and traditionally closed on 31 December to protect the heron standing ground. When planning a future trip, check the current rules carefully, as those arrangements may be updated before fishing resumes.
The important bit is the present closure. The 2025–2026 season did not open because of ongoing reservoir-safety works, and Coventry City Council says the fishery will not open for the 2026–2027 season either. There are no current ticket prices while it remains closed. Historically, the venue had around 140 bookable pegs, ample parking close to the fishing, tackle carriers on pegs 1–40, some disabled-friendly access and equipment transport available with 72 hours’ notice.
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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Coombe Abbey Fishery FAQs
Is Coombe Abbey Fishery open now?
No. It is currently closed for reservoir-safety works.
Will Coombe Abbey Fishery open in 2026–2027?
No. Coventry City Council says it will not open for that season.
What was the historic day-ticket price?
Historic prices were Adult £6, Adult with Go CV Card £3, Specimen £8, Specimen with Go CV Card £4 and Junior £3. No current prices are available because the fishery is closed.
Could ordinary fishing tickets be booked online?
No online booking system for ordinary fishing tickets was identified. Match-peg bookings were described as bookable when the fishery was operating.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Coombe Abbey Fishery. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Coventry.
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?
Yes — ample car parking close to the pegs. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
CV3 2AB.
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 Coombe Pool. 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, pike, zander, crucian. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
1 — Coombe Pool (Approximately 80 acres according to the fishery information page; other descriptions say approximately 90 acres or 36 hectares).
Is night fishing allowed?
It depends — No night-fishing provision was identified in the checked official information.
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 some bank access suitable for disabled anglers. 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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Coombe Pool: a big, mature estate lake with specimen carp, predators and a proper spread of coarse species.
- Size
- Approximately 80 acres according to the fishery information page; other descriptions say approximately 90 acres or 36 hectares acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, bream, pike, zander, crucian
Coombe Pool is the day-ticket coarse lake at Coombe Abbey Fishery, set within the park and created by Capability Brown in the 1770s. It’s a sizeable piece of water, listed at approximately 80 acres by the fishery information page.
The venue is currently closed for reservoir-safety works, so fishing plans are firmly on hold. When operating, the lake’s mix of carp, tench, bream, crucian carp, pike and zander gives anglers several different ways to approach it.
Published descriptions mention carp commonly exceeding 20 lb, tench to approximately 9 lb, crucian carp exceeding 4 lb, bream to approximately 10 lb and zander to approximately 16 lb.
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Suits
- Anglers after a big-water challenge with carp, tench, bream or specimen predators in the mix.
- Those who like switching tactics between coarse fishing and autumn or winter predator work.
Maybe not for
- Anyone looking for a currently available day-ticket session, as the fishery is closed and will not open for the 2026–2027 season.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Coombe 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.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
pike
Static deadbaits for the pike
A smelly deadbait on the bottom near drop-offs or reed lines is the classic, reliable way to find a lake's pike, especially in the colder months.
- Sardine, smelt or mackerel on a wire trace with semi-barbless trebles.
- Strike early — never let a pike run off with the bait.
- Have a long forceps, unhooking mat and big net ready before you cast.
Coombe Pool FAQs
How big is Coombe Pool?
The fishery information page gives approximately 80 acres, while other published descriptions give approximately 90 acres or 36 hectares.
What species are mentioned for Coombe Pool?
Carp, tench, bream, crucian carp, pike and zander are mentioned.
What's the lake record on Coombe Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Published descriptions mention carp commonly exceeding 20 lb, tench to approximately 9 lb, crucian carp exceeding 4 lb, bream to approximately 10 lb and zander to approximately 16 lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Coombe Pool?
carp, tench, bream, pike, zander, crucian. Published descriptions mention carp commonly exceeding 20 lb, tench to approximately 9 lb, crucian carp exceeding 4 lb, bream to approximately 10 lb and zander to approximately 16 lb.
Which baits work well on Coombe Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Coombe 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 Coombe Pool 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 Coombe 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 Coombe Abbey Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Coombe 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 Coombe Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Coombe Pool is on the day ticket. Check current prices before you go.
Is night fishing allowed on Coombe Pool?
It depends — No night-fishing provision was identified in the checked official information.
Who does Coombe Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers after a big-water challenge with carp, tench, bream or specimen predators in the mix.; Those who like switching tactics between coarse fishing and autumn or winter predator work.. Less suited to: Anyone looking for a currently available day-ticket session, as the fishery is closed and will not open for the 2026–2027 season..
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- No
Is the fishery currently open?
The fishery is currently closed for reservoir-safety works.
- No
Will it open for the 2026–2027 season?
Coventry City Council says the fishery will not open for the 2026–2027 season.
- Seasonal
Was fishing traditionally seasonal?
The traditional fishing season was 16 June to 14 March.
- Yes
Was pike and zander fishing restricted by date?
Pike and zander fishing was not permitted before 1 October.
- Must
Was a rod licence required?
Day-ticket purchasers needed to enter a valid rod-licence number, and only anglers with a valid day or season ticket and rod licence could enter the fishing area during the season.
- No
Were guests allowed on the fishing area?
The fishery had a strict no-guests rule on the fishing area.
- Only if
Was night fishing available?
No night-fishing provision was identified in the checked official information.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 9 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Rules and prices change through the season. Follow and we'll flag changes the fishery or other anglers report.
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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.
Coombe 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.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
pike
Static deadbaits for the pike
A smelly deadbait on the bottom near drop-offs or reed lines is the classic, reliable way to find a lake's pike, especially in the colder months.
- Sardine, smelt or mackerel on a wire trace with semi-barbless trebles.
- Strike early — never let a pike run off with the bait.
- Have a long forceps, unhooking mat and big net ready before you cast.
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: A sizeable estate lake with carp, tench, bream, crucian carp, pike and zander, plus several published specimen-size claims.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Coombe Abbey Fishery, also known as Coombe Pool Fishery, is a big mature estate lake at Coombe Abbey Park near Coventry. It’s currently closed for reservoir-safety works and Coventry City Council says it will not open for the 2026–2027 season.”
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