Worcester Angling Society Lakes

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Worcester Angling Society Lakes

Worcester Angling Society offers a proper mix of club-controlled river fishing around Worcestershire, plus the tidy little McCowans Pool near Leigh. Day permits are available on selected waters, but you’ll need to sort your permit before fishing.

“7.6/10 — A cracking spread of pool, Teme, Severn and Wye fishing with plenty of named coarse species.”

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Worcester Angling Society has been on the go since 1838, so there’s a proper old-school club feel to this collection of waters. The society controls several river stretches and one principal pool near Worcester, giving anglers a choice of stillwater and running-water fishing.

  • 5 lakes: McCowans Pool, River Teme, West Diglis, Lower Bishopswood, Upper Bishopswood
  • Fish: carp, roach, rudd, tench, bream, barbel, chub, pike
  • Tickets from: Non-member day permit — Lower Teme above Old Powick Bridge, Leigh Water and Pard House Farm — £15
  • Find it: Worcester · WR6 5LA

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The full rundown on Worcester Angling Society Lakes

Worcester Angling Society has been on the go since 1838, so there’s a proper old-school club feel to this collection of waters. The society controls several river stretches and one principal pool near Worcester, giving anglers a choice of stillwater and running-water fishing. It’s a handy spread if you fancy switching things up, from a quiet mixed fish session to a more mobile river wander with a barbel or chub in mind.

McCowans Pool is the main stillwater option. Tucked away at Brockamin near Leigh, Worcestershire, it’s a natural pool of roughly two thirds of an acre. The society bought it in 1999 and it has since had extensive renovation work. Carp, roach, rudd, tench and bream are all listed, so there’s plenty of scope for float fishing, light feeder work or a more patient approach. A nice little mixed fish water, rather than a one-trick puddle.

The River Teme gives the river angler around three miles of society-controlled fishing. It’s noted for barbel and chub, while Pard House Farm is also noted for grayling. Non-members can get £15 day permits for the Lower Teme above Old Powick Bridge, Leigh Water and Pard House Farm, with weekly permits costing £35 where offered. Take a sensible all-round river kit, then ask for the latest advice on which stretches are fishing well and how the levels are behaving before you head off.

West Diglis adds a society-controlled stretch of the River Severn, with a cracking list of named species: barbel, chub, bream, pike, zander, roach, perch, dace and bleak. Non-members can buy a £15 day permit, or a £35 weekly permit where offered. It’s also the only society water where night fishing is allowed, but check the current arrangements before planning an after-dark session. Everywhere else runs from dawn until dusk where night fishing is prohibited.

There are also three River Wye beats at Bishopswood. Lower Bishopswood and Upper Bishopswood each extend roughly three quarters of a mile, while Lower Bishopswood holds chub, roach, barbel and pike. Lower Bishopswood day permits are £20, weekly permits are £35, and annual permits are £50 for coarse and game fishing or £45 for coarse fishing only. Before travelling, check exactly which beat your permit covers and sort the paperwork in advance.

This is one of those venues where getting the admin bob on matters. Day permits must be bought before fishing, with no pay-on-the-bank option; the society points anglers towards Swimbooker and other authorised arrangements, so check its current website or Facebook instructions first. You’ll need a current Environment Agency licence, and it’s rod-and-line fishing only. Coarse fish must stay in the water and can’t be used as bait. Barbless hooks are compulsory on the society pools, and at McCowans all nets are currently banned, with nets supplied for anglers to use. Pack light, tidy your peg properly, and ask the bailiff or club contact about the best current approach before clipping up.

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Worcester Angling Society Lakes FAQs

Can non-members fish Worcester Angling Society waters?

Yes, non-members can buy day permits for the Lower Teme above Old Powick Bridge, Leigh Water, Pard House Farm, West Diglis and Lower Bishopswood, subject to the stated arrangements.

How do I get a day permit?

Day permits are available through Swimbooker and other authorised arrangements. The society advises checking its current website or Facebook instructions.

Is guest fishing available?

Guest permits cost £5 per day, require the visitor to be accompanied by a society member and allow coarse fishing only.

What membership options are listed for 2026/27?

Full local membership is £45 plus a £15 joining fee, full external membership is £50 plus a £15 joining fee, senior membership is £35, lady membership is £30, and under-18 membership is free. Membership is generally intended for people living within 17 miles of Worcester city centre, with limited external places.

Where's the nearest tackle shop?

There's upper bishopswood village-hall car park pass available on site, so you can grab bits on the day. For anything bigger, stock up before you leave home — or order online in advance.

Do I need to bring food?

We haven't seen any food on site, so bring your own grub and drinks. A flask and a stove (where allowed) make a long day much better.

Are there toilets on site?

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 — upper bishopswood village-hall car park pass available. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.

What's the postcode for the sat nav?

WR6 5LA.

How much is a ticket?

Non-member day permit — Lower Teme above Old Powick Bridge, Leigh Water and Pard House Farm: £15; Non-member day permit — West Diglis: £15; Lower Bishopswood day permit: £20; Weekly permit — Lower Teme, West Diglis and Lower Bishopswood where offered: £35; Lower Bishopswood annual permit — coarse and game fishing: £50; Lower Bishopswood annual permit — coarse fishing only: £45; Guest permit: £5 per day; 2026/27 full local membership: £45 plus a £15 joining fee. Prices last checked 2026-10-09 — they can change, so check before you go.

Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?

Day tickets are available on River Teme, West Diglis, Lower Bishopswood. McCowans Pool, Upper Bishopswood are 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, roach, rudd, tench, bream, barbel, chub, pike, zander, perch. See each lake tab for which fish live where.

How many lakes are there?

5 — McCowans Pool (Approximately two thirds of an acre), River Teme (Not published), West Diglis (Not published), Lower Bishopswood (Approximately three quarters of a mile), Upper Bishopswood (Approximately three quarters of a mile).

Is night fishing allowed?

No — No night fishing is allowed apart from the River Severn. Other waters operate from dawn until dusk.

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?

Yes, it's required — Barbless hooks are compulsory on society pools.

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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