Bridgewater Canal – Leigh Stretch

Reported species include gudgeon, perch, roach, rudd, bream, carp, tench and pike.

The Leigh Stretch is approximately 12.87 km long. No lake acreage applies.

The fishery hasn't published a record for Leigh Stretch that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.

carp, tench, bream, roach, pike, perch, rudd, crucian.

Around Not published acres. A long, mixed-species canal stretch with proper silverfish sport and chances of bigger bream, perch and carp..

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Leigh Stretch 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.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 Bridgewater Canal – Leigh Stretch before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Leigh Stretch in advance rather than just turning up.

It depends — No reliable current night-fishing policy specific to this stretch was found, so check before fishing after dark.

Good for: Float anglers after roach, rudd, perch and gudgeon, with bream and tench also in the mix.; Anglers happy to move around and target carp, bigger perch or pike in a changing canal environment.. Less suited to: Anyone wanting a quiet, fixed-peg lake session with confirmed parking, toilets or on-site facilities..

No. It is a named fishing area on the wider Leigh canal stretch.

Yes. A fishing permit or club membership is required, along with an Environment Agency rod licence.

The fishery hasn't published a record for Marsland Green that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.

carp, tench, bream, roach, pike, perch, rudd, crucian.

Around Not published acres. A named Leigh-area fishing spot on the wider canal stretch..

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Marsland Green 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.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 Bridgewater Canal – Leigh Stretch before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Marsland Green in advance rather than just turning up.

It depends — No reliable current night-fishing policy specific to this stretch was found, so check before fishing after dark.

Good for: Mobile canal anglers who like checking different areas for signs of fish.; Float and feeder anglers targeting the mixed coarse stock reported across the Leigh water.. Less suited to: Anglers looking for published lake dimensions, fixed facilities or confirmed on-site parking..

The wider Leigh water reports bream, tench, carp, perch, roach, rudd, gudgeon and pike.

No reliable current night-fishing policy specific to this stretch was found, so check before fishing after dark.

The fishery hasn't published a record for Bedford Basin that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.

carp, tench, bream, roach, pike, perch, rudd, crucian.

Around Not published acres. A named basin area within the Leigh canal fishing listing..

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Bedford Basin 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.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 Bridgewater Canal – Leigh Stretch before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Bedford Basin in advance rather than just turning up.

It depends — No reliable current night-fishing policy specific to this stretch was found, so check before fishing after dark.

Good for: Anglers who enjoy exploring named canal areas rather than sitting on a commercial lake.; Mixed-species anglers after bream, tench, perch, roach or the chance of carp.. Less suited to: Those needing confirmed night-fishing rules or a current booking system..

The Bridgewater Canal connects with the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Leigh Bridge.

You need the relevant club permit or membership, plus a valid Environment Agency rod licence. Check the section first.

The fishery hasn't published a record for Leigh Bridge that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.

carp, tench, bream, roach, pike, perch, rudd, crucian.

Around Not published acres. The Leigh connection point where the Bridgewater Canal meets the Leeds and Liverpool Canal..

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Leigh Bridge 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.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 Bridgewater Canal – Leigh Stretch before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Leigh Bridge in advance rather than just turning up.

It depends — No reliable current night-fishing policy specific to this stretch was found, so check before fishing after dark.

Good for: Anglers who enjoy fishing around canal connections and changing water conditions.; Target anglers after mixed coarse fish, with reports of bream, tench, carp and perch across parts of the Leigh water.. Less suited to: Anyone after a fully confirmed peg-by-peg venue layout or guaranteed quiet conditions..