Fishery guide · Warwickshire
Kingsbury Water Park Fishery
Kingsbury packs 12 fishing lakes and over 125 acres of water into a 620-acre country park, with proper carp potential and plenty for mixed-coarse anglers. Parking comes with your fishing ticket, but pick your water carefully: Pine has its own tariff, while Canal and Broomey Croft aren't on ordinary day tickets.
“7.6/10 — A broad species mix and reported specimen-sized carp, pike, bream and tench offer plenty to aim at.”
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The lowdown
Fancy a carp session, a tench hunt or a day with a bit more variety? Kingsbury Water Park Fishery gives you plenty to chew over. Based at Bodymoor Heath, B76 0DY, it has 12 fishing lakes covering over 125 acres of water, all within a 620-acre country park. That's a proper spread, rather than one pond trying to keep every sort of angler happy.
- 7 lakes: Pine Pool, Gibsons Pool, Mill Pool, Causeway Pool, Cliff Pool South, Canal, Broomey Croft
- Fish: carp, tench, bream, roach, perch, pike
- Tickets from: Standard adult day fishing — £8.25
- Find it: Kingsbury · B76 0DY
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The full rundown on Kingsbury Water Park Fishery
Fancy a carp session, a tench hunt or a day with a bit more variety? Kingsbury Water Park Fishery gives you plenty to chew over. Based at Bodymoor Heath, B76 0DY, it has 12 fishing lakes covering over 125 acres of water, all within a 620-acre country park. That's a proper spread, rather than one pond trying to keep every sort of angler happy. The main job is choosing the water and permit that suit your fishing.
The fishery reports carp over 44lb, pike to 25lb, bream to 11lb and tench to 8lb across the venue. Those are eye-catching figures, but don't read them as a promise for every pool. Pine Pool has its own clearer carp picture: 7.5 acres with commons and mirrors into the low 30lb range. If carp are your thing, that's a useful starting point when weighing up where to spend your session.
For mixed fishing, Gibsons Pool brings carp, tench, bream, roach, perch and pike together over 4.5 acres. Mill Pool offers a bigger, boat-free stretch at 12.5 acres, with bream, carp and pike. Causeway is a three-acre mixed coarse water that can also be booked for contests. Then there's Cliff Pool South: three acres, shallow and silty, with tench, bream and pike. That bottom description is worth keeping in mind when thinking about presentation.
Day-ticket arrangements are fairly straightforward once you've picked your pool. Standard adult fishing is £8.25, with a £6.80 concession ticket; Pine costs £10.45 with no concessions. Parking is included, so there's no separate parking ticket to buy. Machines are near the main-entrance fishing lodge and in Broomey Croft car park, and they're card-only. Keep one half of the ticket with you bankside and put the other half on display in your vehicle.
Thinking beyond a single day? Pine and Gibsons day and night sessions can be booked through Go Catch. Annual coarse permits cover nine coarse lakes and the designated River Tame section in season, while the specimen carp permit adds daytime Pine fishing. The specimen night permit covers Canal and Broomey Croft night fishing plus daytime waters. Numbers are limited for that night permit, and holders can fish up to three consecutive nights. Ordinary day tickets don't cover Canal or Broomey Croft.
Lake fishing runs year-round, but don't let a late bite turn into a gate-time faff. From April through September, fishing can continue until 9pm and you must leave by 9:30pm. Ordinary winter fishing follows the displayed park hours, with earlier finishes in the darkest months. The River Tame has its own close season, from 15 March through 15 June inclusive. Sort the right ticket, check the clock and you've got a cracking range of fishing to choose from.
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Kingsbury Water Park Fishery FAQs
Where is Kingsbury Water Park Fishery?
At Bodymoor Heath, postcode B76 0DY, within Kingsbury Water Park.
How much water is there?
There are 12 fishing lakes covering over 125 acres, within a 620-acre country park.
Where do I buy a day ticket?
Use the card-only machines near the main-entrance fishing lodge or in Broomey Croft car park. Pine and Gibsons day and night sessions can also be booked through Go Catch.
How long do annual permits last?
They run from 1 April to 31 March and include an annual parking pass. The coarse permit covers nine coarse lakes and the designated River Tame section in season.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Kingsbury Water Park Fishery. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Kingsbury.
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 — parking included with fishing day tickets. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
B76 0DY.
How much is a ticket?
Standard adult day fishing: £8.25; Standard concession day ticket: £6.80; Pine Pool day fishing — no concessions: £10.45; Annual coarse permit — adult: £99; Annual coarse permit — concession: £77; Annual specimen carp permit — no concessions: £165; Annual specimen night permit: £495; Annual specimen night permit — renewal: £475. 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 Pine Pool, Gibsons Pool, Mill Pool, Causeway Pool, Cliff Pool South. 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, perch, pike. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
7 — Pine Pool (7.5), Gibsons Pool (4.5), Mill Pool (12.5), Causeway Pool (3), Cliff Pool South (3), Canal (Not published), Broomey Croft (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
Yes — Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
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.
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Pine Pool: a dedicated option for the carp-minded
- Size
- 7.5 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Pine is a 7.5-acre water with common and mirror carp into the low 30lb range. A proper one to consider if carp, rather than a mixed bag, are driving your plans.
It has a separate day tariff with no concessions. Day and night sessions can also be booked through Go Catch, while the annual specimen carp permit includes daytime fishing here.
Common and mirror carp into the low 30lb range.
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Pine Pool
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Suits
- Anglers targeting common and mirror carp
- Carp anglers wanting bookable day or night sessions
Maybe not for
- Concession anglers looking for the standard reduced day rate
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Pine 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.
Pine Pool FAQs
Is Pine included in the standard day tariff?
No. Pine has its own day tariff and no concessions.
Can I book a night session?
Yes. Pine day and night sessions can be booked through Go Catch.
What's the lake record on Pine Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Common and mirror carp into the low 30lb range. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Pine Pool?
carp. Common and mirror carp into the low 30lb range.
How big is Pine Pool and how many swims?
Around 7.5 acres. A dedicated option for the carp-minded.
Which baits work well on Pine Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Pine 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 Pine 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 Pine 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 Kingsbury Water Park Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Pine 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 Pine Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Pine Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Standard adult day fishing £8.25; Standard concession day ticket £6.80; Pine Pool day fishing — no concessions £10.45; Annual coarse permit — adult £99; Annual coarse permit — concession £77; Annual specimen carp permit — no concessions £165; Annual specimen night permit £495; Annual specimen night permit — renewal £475 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Pine Pool?
Yes — Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
Who does Pine Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers targeting common and mirror carp; Carp anglers wanting bookable day or night sessions. Less suited to: Concession anglers looking for the standard reduced day rate.
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Gibsons Pool: plenty of mixed-coarse choice
- Size
- 4.5 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, bream, roach, perch, pike
Gibsons packs a broad species mix into 4.5 acres. Carp, tench, bream, roach, perch and pike give you plenty of choice when deciding what to target.
It also has bookable day and night sessions through Go Catch. Handy if you want to arrange your session before loading the kit.
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Gibsons Pool
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Suits
- Mixed-coarse anglers
- Anglers wanting bookable day or night sessions
Maybe not for
- Anglers specifically seeking a carp-only water
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Gibsons 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
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.
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.
Gibsons Pool FAQs
What species are in Gibsons?
Carp, tench, bream, roach, perch and pike.
Can sessions be booked?
Yes. Day and night sessions can be booked through Go Catch.
What's the lake record on Gibsons Pool?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Gibsons Pool 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 Gibsons Pool?
carp, tench, bream, roach, perch, pike.
How big is Gibsons Pool and how many swims?
Around 4.5 acres. Plenty of mixed-coarse choice.
Which baits work well on Gibsons Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Gibsons 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: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Gibsons 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 Gibsons 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 Kingsbury Water Park Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Gibsons 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 Gibsons Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Gibsons Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Standard adult day fishing £8.25; Standard concession day ticket £6.80; Pine Pool day fishing — no concessions £10.45; Annual coarse permit — adult £99; Annual coarse permit — concession £77; Annual specimen carp permit — no concessions £165; Annual specimen night permit £495; Annual specimen night permit — renewal £475 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Gibsons Pool?
Yes — Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
Who does Gibsons Pool suit?
Good for: Mixed-coarse anglers; Anglers wanting bookable day or night sessions. Less suited to: Anglers specifically seeking a carp-only water.
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Mill Pool: bigger water without the boats
- Size
- 12.5 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- bream, carp, pike
At 12.5 acres, Mill offers a bigger expanse than Pine, Gibsons, Causeway or Cliff Pool South. Bream, carp and pike are the named species here.
It's also boat-free. That's a useful distinction if avoiding boat traffic is high on your list when choosing a swim.
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Mill Pool
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Suits
- Anglers wanting boat-free water
- Bream, carp and pike anglers
Maybe not for
- Anglers looking for a small three-acre pool
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Mill Pool
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
A bigger bed of bait at range
On wide, open water the fish move about a lot — a decent bed of bait at range holds a passing group long enough to get a bite.
- Find a clean, hard spot with a marker float and clip up so every cast lands on it.
- Spread the bait with a spod or throwing stick — little and often.
- Mix boilies, pellet and particles so there's always something left for the fish to graze.
- Match the hookbait to the freebies.
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.
pike
Lure fishing for the pike
Lures let you cover water and find active pike fast.
- Spinners, jerkbaits and 4–6in soft shads on a 20–30g rod.
- Always use a wire trace — pike bite through mono and fluoro.
- Move every 10–15 casts till you find them; work drop-offs and edges.
Mill Pool FAQs
Are there boats on Mill Pool?
Mill Pool is described as boat-free.
How big is it?
Mill Pool covers 12.5 acres.
What's the lake record on Mill Pool?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Mill Pool 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 Mill Pool?
bream, carp, pike.
How big is Mill Pool and how many swims?
Around 12.5 acres. Bigger water without the boats.
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: 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 Kingsbury Water Park 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: Standard adult day fishing £8.25; Standard concession day ticket £6.80; Pine Pool day fishing — no concessions £10.45; Annual coarse permit — adult £99; Annual coarse permit — concession £77; Annual specimen carp permit — no concessions £165; Annual specimen night permit £495; Annual specimen night permit — renewal £475 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Mill Pool?
Yes — Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
Who does Mill Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers wanting boat-free water; Bream, carp and pike anglers. Less suited to: Anglers looking for a small three-acre pool.
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Causeway Pool: mixed coarse fishing with contest bookings
- Size
- 3 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Causeway is a three-acre mixed coarse water. It's one of the smaller named options here, rather than a big-water choice.
It can also be booked for contests. If you're organising a match, this is the pool to ask about; check availability before making plans.
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Causeway Pool
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Suits
- Mixed-coarse anglers
- Contest organisers
Maybe not for
- Anglers seeking a larger water
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Causeway 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.
Causeway Pool FAQs
Can Causeway be booked for a contest?
Yes. Contest bookings are available.
How large is Causeway?
It's a three-acre mixed coarse water.
What's the lake record on Causeway Pool?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Causeway Pool 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 Causeway Pool?
carp.
How big is Causeway Pool and how many swims?
Around 3 acres. Mixed coarse fishing with contest bookings.
Which baits work well on Causeway Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Causeway 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: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Causeway 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 Causeway 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 Kingsbury Water Park Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Causeway 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 Causeway Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Causeway Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Standard adult day fishing £8.25; Standard concession day ticket £6.80; Pine Pool day fishing — no concessions £10.45; Annual coarse permit — adult £99; Annual coarse permit — concession £77; Annual specimen carp permit — no concessions £165; Annual specimen night permit £495; Annual specimen night permit — renewal £475 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Causeway Pool?
Yes — Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
Who does Causeway Pool suit?
Good for: Mixed-coarse anglers; Contest organisers. Less suited to: Anglers seeking a larger water.
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Cliff Pool South: shallow, silty water for tench, bream and pike
- Size
- 3 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- tench, bream, pike
Cliff Pool South covers three acres and is described as shallow and silty. That's a useful bit of bank-side planning information, not just a name on the map.
Tench, bream and pike are the named species. Keep that shallow, silty character in mind when choosing your presentation.
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Cliff Pool South
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Suits
- Tench and bream anglers
- Anglers who enjoy shallow-water fishing
Maybe not for
- Anglers specifically seeking deep water
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Cliff Pool South
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
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.
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.
Cliff Pool South FAQs
What's the bottom like?
Cliff Pool South is described as shallow and silty.
Which species are named here?
Tench, bream and pike.
What's the lake record on Cliff Pool South?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Cliff Pool South 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 Cliff Pool South?
tench, bream, pike.
How big is Cliff Pool South and how many swims?
Around 3 acres. Shallow, silty water for tench, bream and pike.
Which baits work well on Cliff Pool South?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Cliff Pool South 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 Cliff Pool South 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 Cliff Pool South?
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 Kingsbury Water Park Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Cliff Pool South?
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 Cliff Pool South on a day ticket?
Yes — Cliff Pool South is on the day ticket. Tickets: Standard adult day fishing £8.25; Standard concession day ticket £6.80; Pine Pool day fishing — no concessions £10.45; Annual coarse permit — adult £99; Annual coarse permit — concession £77; Annual specimen carp permit — no concessions £165; Annual specimen night permit £495; Annual specimen night permit — renewal £475 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Cliff Pool South?
Yes — Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
Who does Cliff Pool South suit?
Good for: Tench and bream anglers; Anglers who enjoy shallow-water fishing. Less suited to: Anglers specifically seeking deep water.
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How busy was it?
Nobody's said yet. It's part of the 20-second update below.
No live tracking — this is what anglers told us after their session, and it's never part of the venue score.
Water updates from anglers
No active water updates.
Help other anglers
Pre-book only
Canal: night-permit water, not an ordinary day-ticket option
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Canal is excluded from ordinary day tickets. Don't buy a standard ticket expecting it to cover a session here.
The annual specimen night permit covers night fishing on Canal plus daytime waters. Permit numbers are limited, so access needs sorting through the annual-permit application rather than an ordinary day ticket.
Lake photographs
A look around Canal
Kingsbury Water Park Fishery
Canal
We’re checking the fishery’s Canal pictures before displaying them here. You can still see the originals on the fishery’s website.
Suits
- Annual specimen night-permit anglers
- Anglers planning up to three consecutive nights
Maybe not for
- Ordinary day-ticket anglers
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Canal
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.
Canal FAQs
Does an ordinary day ticket cover Canal?
No. Canal is excluded.
How many consecutive nights can night-permit holders fish?
Up to three consecutive nights.
What's the lake record on Canal?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Canal 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 Canal?
carp.
How big is Canal and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Night-permit water, not an ordinary day-ticket option.
Which baits work well on Canal?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Canal 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 Canal get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Canal?
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 Kingsbury Water Park Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Canal?
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 Canal on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Canal in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Canal?
Yes — Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
Who does Canal suit?
Good for: Annual specimen night-permit anglers; Anglers planning up to three consecutive nights. Less suited to: Ordinary day-ticket anglers.
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How busy was it?
Nobody's said yet. It's part of the 20-second update below.
No live tracking — this is what anglers told us after their session, and it's never part of the venue score.
Water updates from anglers
No active water updates.
Help other anglers
Pre-book only
Broomey Croft: another option on the specimen night permit
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Broomey Croft is another water excluded from ordinary day tickets. Its car park has ticket machines, but that doesn't make the lake an ordinary day-ticket option.
Night fishing here is covered by the annual specimen night permit, which also includes daytime waters. Numbers are limited and the maximum stay is three consecutive nights.
Lake photographs
A look around Broomey Croft
Kingsbury Water Park Fishery
Broomey Croft
We’re checking the fishery’s Broomey Croft pictures before displaying them here. You can still see the originals on the fishery’s website.
Suits
- Annual specimen night-permit anglers
- Anglers planning longer night sessions
Maybe not for
- Anglers relying on an ordinary day ticket
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Broomey Croft
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.
Broomey Croft FAQs
Can I fish Broomey Croft on an ordinary day ticket?
No. It's excluded from ordinary day tickets.
Which permit covers night fishing?
The annual specimen night permit covers Broomey Croft and Canal night fishing plus daytime waters.
What's the lake record on Broomey Croft?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Broomey Croft 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 Broomey Croft?
carp.
How big is Broomey Croft and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Another option on the specimen night permit.
Which baits work well on Broomey Croft?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Broomey Croft 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 Broomey Croft get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Broomey Croft?
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 Kingsbury Water Park Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Broomey Croft?
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.
Is night fishing allowed on Broomey Croft?
Yes — Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
Who does Broomey Croft suit?
Good for: Annual specimen night-permit anglers; Anglers planning longer night sessions. Less suited to: Anglers relying on an ordinary day ticket.
Community reported
Recent angler updates
No angler updates yet — that's normal. Be the first to help the next angler.
How busy was it?
Nobody's said yet. It's part of the 20-second update below.
No live tracking — this is what anglers told us after their session, and it's never part of the venue score.
Water updates from anglers
No active water updates.
Help other anglers
Venue Rule Checker
- No
Can I pay cash at the ticket machines?
Ticket machines are card-only.
- Must
Must I split and display my day ticket?
Keep one ticket half bankside and display the other in your vehicle.
- No
Do I need a separate parking ticket?
Fishing day tickets include parking.
- No
Are Canal and Broomey Croft covered by ordinary day tickets?
Both waters are excluded from ordinary day tickets.
- Seasonal
Can I fish the River Tame all year?
The River Tame closes from 15 March through 15 June inclusive.
- Seasonal
Are there seasonal finishing times?
From 1 April to 30 September, fishing may continue until 9pm; leave by 9:30pm. From 1 October to 31 March, ordinary fishing follows displayed park opening hours.
- Yes
Is there a limit on consecutive nights with a specimen night permit?
Holders may fish up to three consecutive nights; permit numbers are limited.
- Must
Do annual-permit applications need supporting details?
Email the rangers and provide two passport photographs and a rod-licence number.
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.
Pine 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.
Gibsons 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
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.
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.
Mill Pool
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
A bigger bed of bait at range
On wide, open water the fish move about a lot — a decent bed of bait at range holds a passing group long enough to get a bite.
- Find a clean, hard spot with a marker float and clip up so every cast lands on it.
- Spread the bait with a spod or throwing stick — little and often.
- Mix boilies, pellet and particles so there's always something left for the fish to graze.
- Match the hookbait to the freebies.
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.
pike
Lure fishing for the pike
Lures let you cover water and find active pike fast.
- Spinners, jerkbaits and 4–6in soft shads on a 20–30g rod.
- Always use a wire trace — pike bite through mono and fluoro.
- Move every 10–15 casts till you find them; work drop-offs and edges.
Causeway 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.
Cliff Pool South
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
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.
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.
Canal
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.
Broomey Croft
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.
Good background reading. Most of it is a few years old, so treat it as a starting point and ask on the day.
Videos linked by the fishery
What anglers reckon
7.6/10 from Tackle Index: A broad species mix and reported specimen-sized carp, pike, bream and tench offer plenty to aim at.
Straight from anglers online
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Checked Sept '26 — “Kingsbury packs 12 fishing lakes and over 125 acres of water into a 620-acre country park, with proper carp potential and plenty for mixed-coarse anglers. Parking comes with your fishing ticket, but pick your water carefully: Pine has its own tariff, while Canal and Broomey Croft aren't on ordinary day tickets.”
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