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Stanwell Moor Lakes
Stanwell Moor Lakes is the fishing name commonly linked with Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake, a private 2–3 acre BRPS-controlled syndicate water near Stanwell Moor. It’s a proper little Colne-connected coarse lake, with carp over 30lb reported and a mix of natural-looking features to pick apart.
“7.1/10 — Reported 30lb-plus carp, 8lb tench and a mixed coarse stock make this a strong little fishing water.”
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Stanwell Moor Lakes is the fishing name commonly linked with Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake, near Stanwell Moor in Surrey. It’s close to the M25 Junction 14 area, with the nearest published access postcode listed as TW19 6AT. Worth double-checking the map before setting off, mind, as it shouldn’t be confused with Stanwell Moor Recreation Ground or the nearby water-supply reservoirs.
- 1 lake: Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake
- Fish: carp, pike, tench, roach, perch
- Find it: Stanwell · TW19 6AT
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Stanwell Moor Lakes is the fishing name commonly linked with Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake, near Stanwell Moor in Surrey. It’s close to the M25 Junction 14 area, with the nearest published access postcode listed as TW19 6AT. Worth double-checking the map before setting off, mind, as it shouldn’t be confused with Stanwell Moor Recreation Ground or the nearby water-supply reservoirs.
The lake was created roughly 30 years ago for flood-relief purposes and is connected to the River Colne. Fish originally migrated in from the river, with natural recruitment developing as well. So, rather than being a simple stock pond, it has that more established coarse-water feel. Reported species include carp, pike, tench, roach and perch, giving you a decent few options depending on how you like to fish.
At around 2–3 acres, it’s a manageable-looking bit of water, but there’s still plenty to study. The lake is tree-lined and reed-lined, with six small wooded islands creating obvious features to investigate. Depths run from roughly 2ft in the margins down to about 17ft in the deeper areas. On a first visit, take a good look before chucking out. Check the island edges, reed lines, margins and any changes in depth, then make your decision rather than automatically fishing the middle.
There are approximately 20 swims, and some have purpose-built level areas suitable for bivvies. Vehicle access is available to most swims, with parking on hard concrete standing inside the gated fishery. The drive-and-drop/collect-tackle setup should keep the heavy lifting and faff down, although it’s still worth packing sensibly and checking exactly how the access system works before arriving. A barrow, basic feature-finding kit and enough tackle for both shallow and deeper water would be a sensible starting point.
This is a private angling lake controlled by Bath Road Piscatorial Society. Fishing is offered by season ticket rather than an advertised day ticket, and access is through a locked gate from Hithermoor Road, so prior permission or membership is required. There’s no current public day-ticket or season-ticket price listed, and no official opening hours, booking calendar, annual season or night-fishing policy published. Give BRPS a proper check before planning the trip and ask about membership, access, allowed hours and any current venue rules.
The reported carp can exceed 30lb, while tench are reported to reach around 8lb, so there’s a proper chance of a cracking target fish. At the same time, roach and perch offer more active coarse-fishing options, with pike also present. Boats aren’t permitted, bait boats are reported as permitted, barbless hooks are reported as required and keepnets are reported as not permitted. Dogs aren’t confirmed as permitted, so ask first. A tidy, adaptable approach should be bob on here: arrive prepared, keep disturbance down and let the lake show you what it’s doing.
We're not sure on ticket prices here — we couldn't find reliable, up-to-date prices online, so give the fishery a ring or check their own site before you go.
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Stanwell Moor Lakes FAQs
Where is Stanwell Moor Lakes?
It is near Stanwell Moor, Surrey, close to the M25 Junction 14 area. Access is via a locked gate from Hithermoor Road, with TW19 6AT listed as the nearest published access postcode.
Who controls the fishery?
Bath Road Piscatorial Society controls the fishery. Its page identifies the water as Flood Relief Lake Hithermoor.
Can I book a day ticket?
Fishing is offered by season ticket rather than advertised day tickets. No current public day-ticket price or booking calendar was available.
Are opening times and seasons published?
No current official opening hours or published annual opening and closing season were available. Check the current BRPS arrangements before travelling.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Stanwell Moor Lakes. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Stanwell.
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 — hard concrete parking inside the gated fishery. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
TW19 6AT.
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?
Stanwell Moor Lakes isn't day-ticket water — Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake is members or syndicate only.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find carp, pike, tench, roach, perch. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
1 — Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake (2–3 acres).
Is night fishing allowed?
It depends — No published night-fishing policy was available, so check with BRPS before planning an overnight session.
Can I bring my dog?
It depends — Dogs are not confirmed as permitted.
Are bait boats allowed?
No — Boats are reported as not permitted.
Do I need barbless hooks?
Yes, it's required — Barbless hooks are reported as required.
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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Syndicate · invite only
Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake: a small, feature-packed colne-connected syndicate lake with reported 30lb-plus carp.
- Size
- 2–3 acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, pike, tench, roach, perch
Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake is a compact 2–3 acre water with plenty going on. It’s tree-lined and reed-lined, with six small wooded islands, around 20 swims and depths ranging from roughly 2ft in the margins to about 17ft in deeper areas.
The lake is controlled by Bath Road Piscatorial Society and accessed through a locked gate from Hithermoor Road. It’s a season-ticket venue rather than a public day-ticket water, with vehicle access to most swims and a drive-and-drop/collect-tackle setup.
Fish originally migrated into the lake from the River Colne, with natural recruitment also developing; reported carp can exceed 30lb and tench can reach approximately 8lb.
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Suits
- Carp anglers who enjoy working islands, reed edges and margins rather than fishing a featureless bowl.
- Anglers after a mixed coarse session, with reported tench, roach, perch and pike alongside the carp.
Maybe not for
- Casual day-ticket anglers, as fishing is offered by season ticket and access needs prior permission or membership.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake
carp
Solid PVA bag over the snaggy bits
With the reed lines and a busy bottom, a solid bag keeps the hook point masked on the drop and sat neatly in a little pile of bait however rough the lakebed is.
- Tie a short, stiff hooklink (4–6in) so it packs into the bag without kinking.
- Fill the bag with a damp crumb mix and pack it tight — loose bags spill on the cast.
- Nick a wafter or small pop-up on the hair so it settles over the mix, not under it.
- Cast a few yards short of the feature, recast every couple of hours with a fresh bag.
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.
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.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench near the cover
Tench love reed lines. 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.
Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake FAQs
How big is Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake?
The lake covers approximately 2–3 acres.
What fish are reported in the lake?
Reported species include carp, pike, tench, roach and perch. Carp can reportedly exceed 30lb, while tench are reported to reach around 8lb.
What's the lake record on Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: Fish originally migrated into the lake from the River Colne, with natural recruitment also developing; reported carp can exceed 30lb and tench can reach approximately 8lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake?
carp, pike, tench, roach, perch. Fish originally migrated into the lake from the River Colne, with natural recruitment also developing; reported carp can exceed 30lb and tench can reach approximately 8lb.
Which baits work well on Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Hithermoor Flood Relief 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: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Hithermoor Flood Relief 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 Hithermoor Flood Relief 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 Stanwell Moor Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Hithermoor Flood Relief 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 Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake on a day ticket?
No — Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake?
It depends — No published night-fishing policy was available, so check with BRPS before planning an overnight session.
Who does Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake suit?
Good for: Carp anglers who enjoy working islands, reed edges and margins rather than fishing a featureless bowl.; Anglers after a mixed coarse session, with reported tench, roach, perch and pike alongside the carp.. Less suited to: Casual day-ticket anglers, as fishing is offered by season ticket and access needs prior permission or membership..
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Is prior permission or membership required?
The lake is behind a locked gate, and fishing is offered by season ticket rather than advertised day tickets.
- No
Are boats allowed?
Boats are reported as not permitted.
- Yes
Are bait boats allowed?
Bait boats are reported as permitted according to the available fishery listing.
- Must
Are barbless hooks required?
Barbless hooks are reported as required.
- No
Are keepnets allowed?
Keepnets are reported as not permitted.
- Only if
Is night fishing allowed?
No published night-fishing policy was available, so check with BRPS before planning an overnight session.
- Only if
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are not confirmed as permitted.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 11 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
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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.
Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake
carp
Solid PVA bag over the snaggy bits
With the reed lines and a busy bottom, a solid bag keeps the hook point masked on the drop and sat neatly in a little pile of bait however rough the lakebed is.
- Tie a short, stiff hooklink (4–6in) so it packs into the bag without kinking.
- Fill the bag with a damp crumb mix and pack it tight — loose bags spill on the cast.
- Nick a wafter or small pop-up on the hair so it settles over the mix, not under it.
- Cast a few yards short of the feature, recast every couple of hours with a fresh bag.
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.
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.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench near the cover
Tench love reed lines. 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.
Good background reading. Most of it is a few years old, so treat it as a starting point and ask on the day.
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What anglers reckon
7.1/10 from Tackle Index: Reported 30lb-plus carp, 8lb tench and a mixed coarse stock make this a strong little fishing water.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Stanwell Moor Lakes is the fishing name commonly linked with Hithermoor Flood Relief Lake, a private 2–3 acre BRPS-controlled syndicate water near Stanwell Moor. It’s a proper little Colne-connected coarse lake, with carp over 30lb reported and a mix of natural-looking features to pick apart.”
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