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Cuttle Mill Fishery
Two spring-fed pools near Sutton Coldfield, with carp to 35lb advertised on Mill Pool and cheaper day tickets on Long Pool. Small angler limits, online booking and an overnight option make this a cracking one to weigh up for a carp session.
“7.3/10 — Mill Pool's advertised carp to 35lb give it a strong target, with another carp option on Long Pool.”
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The lowdown
Cuttle Mill Fishery sits on Cuttle Mill Lane in Wishaw, near Sutton Coldfield, with two spring-fed lakes to choose from: Mill Pool and Long Pool. The postcode is B76 9PU. Both pools are reported as roughly three acres, although the fishery itself doesn't confirm those sizes. The big distinction isn't acreage anyway.
- 2 lakes: Mill Pool, Long Pool
- Fish: carp
- Tickets from: April–October Mill Pool day ticket — £25 Monday–Thursday
- Find it: Sutton Coldfield · B76 9PU
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The full rundown on Cuttle Mill Fishery
Cuttle Mill Fishery sits on Cuttle Mill Lane in Wishaw, near Sutton Coldfield, with two spring-fed lakes to choose from: Mill Pool and Long Pool. The postcode is B76 9PU. Both pools are reported as roughly three acres, although the fishery itself doesn't confirm those sizes. The big distinction isn't acreage anyway. It's whether you fancy Mill Pool's advertised carp to 35lb or Long Pool's cheaper ticket and mix of carp with reduced silver-fish stocks.
Mill Pool takes a maximum of eight anglers, while Long Pool tops out at six. Those limits are worth knowing before you load the barrow, particularly if you're organising a session with mates. They cap the crowd, but don't tell you how individual swims are laid out. Individual day tickets go online one month ahead, and advance bookings take priority over walk-ins. Turning up without booking is allowed, but only if there's space. A little planning saves a wasted journey.
Mill Pool's day-ticket price changes with both the season and the day of the week, so check the relevant ticket below rather than assuming one flat rate. Long Pool keeps things simpler with a daily, year-round ticket. There's also a handy overnight arrangement: book two consecutive day tickets and the night between them is included free. Night fishing is available any night on that basis. That's a useful option if a single day feels a bit too rushed.
The morning has a clear running order. Gates open first, there's a swim draw when needed, then fishing starts at the time set out below. Don't confuse gate opening with permission to get the rods out straight away. Overnight, the gates close approximately 10pm–7am, with movements restricted to emergencies. Sort your supplies before settling in. Toilets are accessible around the clock, but there's no café, so bring your own brew and something to eat.
Tackle-wise, it's normally two rods, with three permitted when there are at most three anglers. Barbless hooks are compulsory, and braided mainlines and fixed leads are out. There's no bait restriction, which leaves you room to choose your approach, but bait boats aren't allowed. Nets and mats need disinfecting before fishing, and fish mustn't be retained. If you're leaving your swim, wind in first. Straightforward bank discipline, and well worth getting bob on before you start.
For a bigger-carp target, Mill Pool has the clear advertised headline; for a lower-cost day, Long Pool is the obvious comparison. Neither description promises an easy bag-up, and reduced silver-fish stocks doesn't mean Long Pool is carp-only. Dogs aren't allowed, so leave the bank-side companion at home. Exclusive bookings can be arranged further ahead by contacting the fishery, which could suit a group planning ahead. Just be sure of your dates: cancellations and no-shows receive no refunds.
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Cuttle Mill Fishery FAQs
Where is Cuttle Mill Fishery?
On Cuttle Mill Lane, Wishaw, near Sutton Coldfield, B76 9PU. Postcode coordinates are approximate, not a surveyed lake centre.
Do I need to book ahead?
It's the safer bet. Individual day tickets are bookable online one month ahead. Walk-ins are subject to availability, and advance bookings take priority.
Can we book a lake exclusively?
Exclusive bookings can be arranged further ahead by contacting the fishery. Check the arrangements directly before organising your group.
Are there toilets and somewhere to buy food?
Toilets are accessible 24/7, but there's no café. Bring your own food and brew.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Cuttle Mill Fishery. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Sutton Coldfield.
Do I need to bring food?
There's no café listed, but opening times vary, so pack snacks and plenty of water just in case — especially on a long session.
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?
B76 9PU.
How much is a ticket?
April–October Mill Pool day ticket: £25 Monday–Thursday; April–October Mill Pool day ticket: £30 Friday–Sunday; November–March Mill Pool day ticket: £20 Monday–Thursday; November–March Mill Pool day ticket: £25 Friday–Sunday; Long Pool day ticket: £10 daily, year-round. Prices last checked 2026-10-05 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Mill Pool, Long 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. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
2 — Mill Pool (Approximately three acres reported; not confirmed by the fishery), Long Pool (Approximately three acres reported; not confirmed by the fishery).
Is night fishing allowed?
Yes — Available any night with tickets for both adjoining days; the intervening night is free. Overnight gates close approximately 10pm–7am, with emergency movements only.
Can I bring my dog?
No — Dogs are not allowed.
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 only. Braided mainlines and fixed leads are not allowed.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
Yes, it's required — Disinfect nets and mats before fishing. No retaining fish.
Is it suitable for disabled anglers?
The fishery lists toilets accessible 24/7. 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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Mill Pool: the bigger-carp headline, with eight anglers maximum.
- Size
- Approximately three acres reported; not confirmed by the fishery acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Mill Pool is the one with the eye-catching carp claim: fish to 35lb advertised. It's spring-fed, with a maximum of eight anglers. That's a proper target to plan around, rather than a promise of a lump on every trip.
Tickets vary by season and weekday, so choosing your date matters to the bill. Book online up to one month ahead for individual days; walk-ins only get a place if there's availability. Two consecutive day tickets also cover the intervening night free.
Carp to 35lb advertised.
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Cuttle Mill Fishery
Mill Pool
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Suits
- Carp anglers drawn by the advertised fish to 35lb
- Anglers wanting a day or linked overnight session with a capped attendance
Maybe not for
- Anglers whose priority is the cheapest ticket on site
- Anyone wanting to use a bait boat
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Mill 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.
Mill Pool FAQs
How many anglers can fish Mill Pool?
Eight anglers maximum. Advance bookings take priority over walk-ins.
How big are the carp?
The fishery advertises carp to 35lb on Mill Pool.
What's the lake record on Mill Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 35lb advertised. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Mill Pool?
carp. Carp to 35lb advertised.
How big is Mill Pool and how many swims?
Around Approximately three acres reported; not confirmed by the fishery acres. The bigger-carp headline, with eight anglers maximum..
Which baits work well on Mill Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Mill 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 Mill 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 Mill 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 Cuttle Mill Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Mill 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 Mill Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Mill Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: April–October Mill Pool day ticket £25 Monday–Thursday; April–October Mill Pool day ticket £30 Friday–Sunday; November–March Mill Pool day ticket £20 Monday–Thursday; November–March Mill Pool day ticket £25 Friday–Sunday; Long Pool day ticket £10 daily, year-round (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Mill Pool?
Yes — Available any night with tickets for both adjoining days; the intervening night is free. Overnight gates close approximately 10pm–7am, with emergency movements only.
Who does Mill Pool suit?
Good for: Carp anglers drawn by the advertised fish to 35lb; Anglers wanting a day or linked overnight session with a capped attendance. Less suited to: Anglers whose priority is the cheapest ticket on site; Anyone wanting to use a bait boat.
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Day ticket · turn up
Long Pool: the cheaper day-ticket option, capped at six anglers.
- Size
- Approximately three acres reported; not confirmed by the fishery acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Long Pool is the other spring-fed lake at Cuttle Mill, holding carp alongside reduced silver-fish stocks. No individual silver-fish species are specified, so don't read that as a detailed mixed-fish menu. The angler limit is six.
Its daily, year-round ticket keeps the price simple and makes it the cheaper choice here. It's worth booking rather than chancing a walk-in, especially with that small capacity. The same tackle and fish-care rules still need sorting before you wet a line.
Carp and reduced silver-fish stocks.
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A look around Long Pool
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Long Pool
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Suits
- Anglers after the lower-cost ticket at Cuttle Mill
- Carp anglers who don't need a carp-only water
Maybe not for
- Anglers choosing a lake around a published carp weight
- Larger groups wanting more than six anglers on one pool
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Long 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.
Long Pool FAQs
Is Long Pool carp-only?
No. It's described as holding carp and reduced silver-fish stocks.
How many anglers can fish Long Pool?
Six anglers maximum, with advance bookings taking priority.
What's the lake record on Long Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp and reduced silver-fish stocks. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Long Pool?
carp. Carp and reduced silver-fish stocks.
How big is Long Pool and how many swims?
Around Approximately three acres reported; not confirmed by the fishery acres. The cheaper day-ticket option, capped at six anglers..
Which baits work well on Long Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Long 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 Long 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 Long 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 Cuttle Mill Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Long 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 Long Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Long Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: April–October Mill Pool day ticket £25 Monday–Thursday; April–October Mill Pool day ticket £30 Friday–Sunday; November–March Mill Pool day ticket £20 Monday–Thursday; November–March Mill Pool day ticket £25 Friday–Sunday; Long Pool day ticket £10 daily, year-round (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Long Pool?
Yes — Available any night with tickets for both adjoining days; the intervening night is free. Overnight gates close approximately 10pm–7am, with emergency movements only.
Who does Long Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers after the lower-cost ticket at Cuttle Mill; Carp anglers who don't need a carp-only water. Less suited to: Anglers choosing a lake around a published carp weight; Larger groups wanting more than six anglers on one pool.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Are barbless hooks compulsory?
Barbless hooks only. Braided mainlines and fixed leads are not allowed.
- Must
Must nets and mats be disinfected?
Disinfect nets and mats before fishing. No retaining fish.
- Only if
Can I use three rods?
Normally two rods; three permitted with at most three anglers.
- No
Are there bait restrictions?
No bait restrictions, but bait boats are not allowed.
- No
Can I bring a dog?
Dogs are not allowed.
- Must
Must I wind in before leaving my swim?
Wind in before leaving your swim.
- Yes
Is night fishing allowed?
Available any night with tickets for both adjoining days; the intervening night is free. Overnight gates close approximately 10pm–7am, with emergency movements only.
- No
Are cancelled bookings refundable?
Cancellations and no-shows receive no refunds.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 5 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Tips & guides worth reading
How we'd fish each lake
Our own suggestions, worked out from each lake's features, its main fish and the venue rules. They're tried-and-tested methods, not reports from this venue, so watch the water and ask in the tackle shop on the day.
Mill 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.
Long 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
7.3/10 from Tackle Index: Mill Pool's advertised carp to 35lb give it a strong target, with another carp option on Long Pool.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Two spring-fed pools near Sutton Coldfield, with carp to 35lb advertised on Mill Pool and cheaper day tickets on Long Pool. Small angler limits, online booking and an overnight option make this a cracking one to weigh up for a carp session.”
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