Fishery guide · Cambridgeshire
East Delph Lakes
East Delph Lakes in Cambridgeshire. How you get on isn't confirmed yet. Check the access and rules before heading out.
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East Delph Lakes at a glance
- Fish here
- carp
- How you get on
- Not confirmed. Check with the fishery
- Tickets
- Price not published
- Ask the fishery before you travel.
- Where
- Not published
- Rules
- Bait, hook and night rules for each lake.
Details last checked 21 October 2026. Rules and prices can change, so check with the fishery before you travel.
Not confirmed yet
Postcode · How you get on (day ticket, booking or syndicate) · Ticket prices · Venue rules
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Our quick take
“—/10 — East Delph Lakes in Cambridgeshire. How you get on isn't confirmed yet. Check the access and rules before heading out.”
Our own summary and venue score from the details we checked. It isn't a customer rating, and angler reviews are kept separate.
From a fishing directory · not confirmed by the venue
- Fish listed
- carp
- How you get on
- Advance online booking is required, with 24-hour sessions and individual, small-group or exclusive whole-lake bookings.
- Postcode listed
- PE7 1RH
- Rules listed
- Permitted bait includes boilies, carp pellets and restricted sweetcorn, with maggots and worms allowed seasonally. · Rods cannot be left unattended.
- Also listed
- The fishery is near Whittlesey in Cambridgeshire. · Sessions begin at 1pm. · The site has secure gated access, parking and toilets. · Landing nets, unhooking mats and weigh slings are supplied by the fishery.
Put in our own words from a fishing directory listing, checked 21 October 2026. Directories can be out of date, so double-check with the fishery before you go.
The lowdown
Here's the useful stuff for East Delph Lakes, as listed on the venue's own website when checked on 2026-10-21.
- 3 lakes: Back Lake, Front Lake, Long Lake
- Fish: carp
- Find it:
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish here
We haven't found verified local tips for this water yet, so what's below is general practical advice for the fish listed — not reports from here.
The venue doesn't list its species, so we haven't guessed what to target. Ask the venue or a local tackle shop.
Fished East Delph Lakes? Share what worked (or what didn't). Blanks count too — they help other anglers more than you'd think. No swim spots or private details are shown publicly.
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How busy was it?
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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.
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The full rundown on East Delph Lakes
Here's the useful stuff for East Delph Lakes, as listed on the venue's own website when checked on 2026-10-21.
Not confirmed yet: Postcode, How you get on (day ticket, booking or syndicate), Ticket prices, Venue rules. We'd rather leave a gap than guess, so check these with the fishery before you go.
We've also popped in a few extra bits listed in a fishing directory. They're in our own words, marked clearly and not confirmed by the venue, so treat them as a heads-up rather than gospel.
The details below are the venue's published information, not catch statistics or a ranking of baits. General starting methods are labelled separately; they aren't proof of what works best here.
Check the rod licence you need for your age, tackle and target fish in England. A venue ticket does not replace a rod licence. Check any local close season before fishing.
Before you load the car, confirm current opening, permission, ticket availability and any restrictions with the rights holder.
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Straight from anglers online
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East Delph Lakes FAQs
What should I check before travelling?
Confirm current permission, opening, tickets and the venue rules with the rights holder.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at East Delph Lakes. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near .
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?
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?
. Map pin is the centre of a postcode listed in a fishing directory, not confirmed by the venue. Check the fishery's own directions before travelling.
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?
Some lakes need booking ahead. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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?
3 — Back Lake (Not published), Front Lake (Not published), Long Lake (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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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Access not confirmed yet
Back Lake: back lake: the documented details
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
How you get on here isn't confirmed yet — check with the fishery.
Lake photographs
A look around Back Lake
East Delph Lakes
Back Lake
We’re checking the fishery’s Back Lake pictures before displaying them here. You can still see the originals on the fishery’s website.
Suits
Maybe not for
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish Back Lake
We haven't found verified local tips for this water yet, so what's below is general practical advice for the fish listed — not reports from here.
The venue doesn't list its species, so we haven't guessed what to target. Ask the venue or a local tackle shop.
Fished Back Lake? Share what worked (or what didn't). Blanks count too — they help other anglers more than you'd think. No swim spots or private details are shown publicly.
Back Lake FAQs
Which species are documented for this water?
Not confirmed yet — the venue's pages don't list them for this water.
How is access arranged?
Not confirmed yet — check with the fishery.
What's the lake record on Back Lake?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Back Lake 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 Back Lake?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
How big is Back Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Back Lake: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Back Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Back 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: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Back Lake get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Back 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 East Delph Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Back 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 Back Lake on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Back Lake in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Back Lake?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Back Lake suit?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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
Access not confirmed yet
Front Lake: front lake: the documented details
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
How you get on here isn't confirmed yet — check with the fishery.
Lake photographs
A look around Front Lake
East Delph Lakes
Front Lake
We’re checking the fishery’s Front Lake pictures before displaying them here. You can still see the originals on the fishery’s website.
Suits
Maybe not for
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish Front Lake
We haven't found verified local tips for this water yet, so what's below is general practical advice for the fish listed — not reports from here.
Target species
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
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.
How to set it 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.
Typical kit: Boilies: 15mm boilies · Hook: wide gape size 6–8 · Hooklink: coated braid or fluoro · Main line: 15lb mono. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Boilies or wafters
- Pellet
- Sweetcorn or tiger nuts (only where nuts are allowed)
- Bread on the surface in warm weather
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Usually most active late spring to autumn; slower in deep winter. Warm, settled spells often see fish higher in the water.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
No method or bait rules published that we've checked. Always confirm on the day.
These are mainstream angling methods chosen from the species, water type and published rules — not rankings, catch rates or proof they work here.
Fished Front Lake? Share what worked (or what didn't). Blanks count too — they help other anglers more than you'd think. No swim spots or private details are shown publicly.
Front Lake FAQs
Which species are documented for this water?
carp
How is access arranged?
Not confirmed yet — check with the fishery.
What's the lake record on Front Lake?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Front Lake 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 Front Lake?
carp.
How big is Front Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Front Lake: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Front Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Front 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: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Front Lake get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Front 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 East Delph Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Front 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 Front Lake on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Front Lake in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Front Lake?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Front Lake suit?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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
Access not confirmed yet
Long Lake: long lake: the documented details
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
How you get on here isn't confirmed yet — check with the fishery.
Lake photographs
A look around Long Lake
East Delph Lakes
Long Lake
We’re checking the fishery’s Long Lake pictures before displaying them here. You can still see the originals on the fishery’s website.
Suits
Maybe not for
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish Long Lake
We haven't found verified local tips for this water yet, so what's below is general practical advice for the fish listed — not reports from here.
The venue doesn't list its species, so we haven't guessed what to target. Ask the venue or a local tackle shop.
Fished Long Lake? Share what worked (or what didn't). Blanks count too — they help other anglers more than you'd think. No swim spots or private details are shown publicly.
Long Lake FAQs
Which species are documented for this water?
Not confirmed yet — the venue's pages don't list them for this water.
How is access arranged?
Not confirmed yet — check with the fishery.
What's the lake record on Long Lake?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Long Lake 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 Long Lake?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
How big is Long Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Long Lake: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Long Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Long 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: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Long Lake get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Long 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 East Delph Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Long 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 Long Lake on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Long Lake in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Long Lake?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Long Lake suit?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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
- Only if
Licence, permission and seasons
Check the rod licence you need for your age, tackle and target fish in England. A venue ticket does not replace a rod licence. Check any local close season before fishing.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 21 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Tickets
No ticket prices published yet. Ask the fishery before you travel.
Rules and prices change through the season. Follow this water (free) and we'll let you know when the fishery or other anglers report a change.
How to fish here
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish Back Lake
We haven't found verified local tips for this water yet, so what's below is general practical advice for the fish listed — not reports from here.
The venue doesn't list its species, so we haven't guessed what to target. Ask the venue or a local tackle shop.
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish Front Lake
We haven't found verified local tips for this water yet, so what's below is general practical advice for the fish listed — not reports from here.
Target species
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
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.
How to set it 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.
Typical kit: Boilies: 15mm boilies · Hook: wide gape size 6–8 · Hooklink: coated braid or fluoro · Main line: 15lb mono. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Boilies or wafters
- Pellet
- Sweetcorn or tiger nuts (only where nuts are allowed)
- Bread on the surface in warm weather
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Usually most active late spring to autumn; slower in deep winter. Warm, settled spells often see fish higher in the water.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
No method or bait rules published that we've checked. Always confirm on the day.
These are mainstream angling methods chosen from the species, water type and published rules — not rankings, catch rates or proof they work here.
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish Long Lake
We haven't found verified local tips for this water yet, so what's below is general practical advice for the fish listed — not reports from here.
The venue doesn't list its species, so we haven't guessed what to target. Ask the venue or a local tackle shop.
Background reading
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
Reviews: what anglers reckon
—/10 from Tackle Index: East Delph Lakes in Cambridgeshire. How you get on isn't confirmed yet. Check the access and rules before heading out.
Straight from anglers online
Short, unedited extracts from public reviews, credited to the person who posted them. Not checked by us and not a Tackle Index view.
We haven’t found any public angler reviews of this venue yet. Fished it? Add yours below.
Our take on the feedback
Our read
Checked Sept '26 — “East Delph Lakes in Cambridgeshire. How you get on isn't confirmed yet. Check the access and rules before heading out.”
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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What our readers rate East Delph Lakes
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