Fishery guide · Derbyshire
Birch House Lakes
Birch House Lakes in Derbyshire. How you get on isn't confirmed yet. Check the access and rules before heading out.
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Birch House Lakes at a glance
- Fish here
- Not listed yet
- How you get on
- Not confirmed. Check with the fishery
- Tickets
- Price not published
- Ask the fishery before you travel.
- 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
How you get on (day ticket, booking or syndicate) · Fish species · Ticket prices
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Our quick take
“—/10 — Birch House Lakes in Derbyshire. 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, bream, roach, rudd, tench, perch, chub
- How you get on
- The fishery operates from 6.00am to 6.00pm.
- Prices listed
- Adults pay £9.00 for one rod and £12.00 for two rods.
- Rules listed
- Keepnets are restricted to matches. · Children younger than 15 need an accompanying adult.
- Also listed
- The site has parking close to the waters. · The premises include a small lodge serving food and drinks. · There are ladies' and gents' flushing toilets. · The venue includes a café and parking facilities. · Buzzard contains roach and rudd.
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 Directories can be out of date, so double-check with the fishery before you go.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 Birch House Lakes, as listed on the venue's own website when checked on 2026-10-21.
- 4 lakes: Kingfisher, Horseshoe, Doughnut, Teal
- Fish:
- Find it: Brailsford · DE6 3AB
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 Birch House 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.
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The full rundown on Birch House Lakes
Here's the useful stuff for Birch House Lakes, as listed on the venue's own website when checked on 2026-10-21.
Not confirmed yet: How you get on (day ticket, booking or syndicate), Fish species, Ticket prices. 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.
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.
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Birch House 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 Birch House Lakes. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Brailsford.
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?
DE6 3AB. Map position is the centre of the officially listed postcode, not a verified entrance or fishing peg. Use the venue's 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?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
How many lakes are there?
4 — Kingfisher (Not published), Horseshoe (Not published), Doughnut (Not published), Teal (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
Kingfisher: kingfisher: 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 Kingfisher
Birch House Lakes
Kingfisher
We’re checking the fishery’s Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher
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 Kingfisher? 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.
Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
How big is Kingfisher and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Kingfisher: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Kingfisher?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Kingfisher?
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 Birch House Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Kingfisher?
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 Kingfisher on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Kingfisher in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Kingfisher?
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 Kingfisher 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
Horseshoe: horseshoe: 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 Horseshoe
Birch House Lakes
Horseshoe
We’re checking the fishery’s Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe
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 Horseshoe? 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.
Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
How big is Horseshoe and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Horseshoe: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Horseshoe?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Horseshoe?
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 Birch House Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Horseshoe?
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 Horseshoe on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Horseshoe in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Horseshoe?
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 Horseshoe 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
Doughnut: doughnut: 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 Doughnut
Birch House Lakes
Doughnut
We’re checking the fishery’s Doughnut 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 Doughnut
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 Doughnut? 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.
Doughnut 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 Doughnut?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Doughnut 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 Doughnut?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
How big is Doughnut and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Doughnut: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Doughnut?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Doughnut 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 Doughnut get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Doughnut?
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 Birch House Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Doughnut?
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 Doughnut on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Doughnut in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Doughnut?
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 Doughnut 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
Teal: teal: 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 Teal
Birch House Lakes
Teal
We’re checking the fishery’s Teal 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 Teal
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 Teal? 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.
Teal 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 Teal?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Teal 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 Teal?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
How big is Teal and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Teal: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Teal?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Teal 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 Teal get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Teal?
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 Birch House Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Teal?
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 Teal on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Teal in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Teal?
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 Teal 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
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Published venue rule
No fish may be removed from the fishery.
- 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 Kingfisher
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 Horseshoe
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 Doughnut
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 Teal
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: Birch House Lakes in Derbyshire. How you get on isn't confirmed yet. Check the access and rules before heading out.
Straight from anglers online
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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 — “Birch House Lakes in Derbyshire. 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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