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Tri-Lakes
Tri-Lakes is a two-lake coarse fishery and country-park complex on Yateley Road, Sandhurst. The large lake is the carp water, while the smaller lake is aimed mainly at pike fishing — but current ticket prices, opening times and availability need checking before you set off.
“6.7/10 — A carp lake with islands, snags and lilies plus a separate pike lake gives anglers some decent feature fishing options.”
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Tri-Lakes is on Yateley Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire GU47 8JQ. You’ll also see it listed as Sandhurst, Surrey, so stick the postcode in the sat-nav if you’re heading over. The official number is the fishery, and bookings or ticket availability can be checked by emailing info@trilakes.co.uk. Nice and simple, and worth doing before chucking the gear in the motor.
- 2 lakes: Large Carp Lake, Small Pike Lake
- Fish: carp, tench, roach, rudd, perch, pike
- Tickets from: Historical day-ticket price — £7.50
- Find it: Sandhurst · GU47 8JQ
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The full rundown on Tri-Lakes
Tri-Lakes is on Yateley Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire GU47 8JQ. You’ll also see it listed as Sandhurst, Surrey, so stick the postcode in the sat-nav if you’re heading over. The official number is the fishery, and bookings or ticket availability can be checked by emailing info@trilakes.co.uk. Nice and simple, and worth doing before chucking the gear in the motor.
The fishing complex has two lakes, with one large and one small. The big lake is mainly aimed at carp anglers and has several islands, snags and lily-pad areas. Proper feature-fishing territory, then. Rather than sitting over a bare, open bowl, you’ve got plenty of watercraft clues to study when choosing a swim.
The large carp lake is listed at approximately 2 acres, with carp reported to over 25lb. An older guide puts them at about 28lb, with tench to about 8lb also listed. Roach, rudd and perch are reported too, so you’re not limited to waiting for a single big bite. A few sensible rigs and bait options in the bag would give you room to change approach if the carp aren’t on the munch.
The smaller lake is primarily described as a pike lake, with pike listed at about 30lb in an older guide. There isn’t a published size, swim count or clear current ticket arrangement for that lake in the available details, so ask when booking. If you’re planning a predator session, check the latest bait, tackle and fish-handling requirements before setting off. No point discovering a key rule after a long drive.
On the carp lake, islands, snags and lily pads are the obvious places to investigate, especially when fish are showing or using cover. Take your time from the bank before choosing a spot. Look for movement, patrol routes and quieter water, then fish accurately rather than scattering bait everywhere. Keep everything tidy around the snags and bring proper landing gear. The older guidance says a minimum 36-inch landing net, barbless hooks and a two-rod limit, so those are sensible things to confirm before fishing.
The wider Tri-Lakes country-park complex has on-site parking, toilets and a cafe or restaurant, plus indoor and outdoor leisure facilities. Handy if you’re bringing non-anglers along, or simply fancy a brew between spells. Fishing is available on a day-ticket basis, but the only published price is the historical £7.50 figure, reportedly available from the on-site shop in advance, and it isn’t confirmed as current. Fishing hours and the current season aren’t clearly published either, so give the fishery a ring or email info@trilakes.co.uk before travelling. That quick check should save a proper faff at the gate.
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Tri-Lakes FAQs
Where is Tri-Lakes?
Yateley Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire GU47 8JQ. The location is also commonly listed as Sandhurst, Surrey.
Is fishing day-ticket or syndicate only?
Fishing is described as available on a day-ticket basis. Current ticket availability should be confirmed first.
What is the current day-ticket price?
A historical listing gives £7.50, but that price is not confirmed as current.
How do I check before travelling?
Call the fishery or email info@trilakes.co.uk to check bookings, availability, prices and fishing arrangements.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Tri-Lakes. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Sandhurst.
Do I need to bring food?
There's cafe or restaurant listed, but opening times vary, so pack snacks and plenty of water just in case — especially on a long session.
Are there toilets on site?
Yes — the fishery lists toilets.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — on-site parking. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
GU47 8JQ.
How much is a ticket?
Historical day-ticket price: £7.50. Prices last checked 2026-10-11 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Large Carp Lake, Small Pike Lake. 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, tench, roach, rudd, perch, pike. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
2 — Large Carp Lake (Approximately 2 acres), Small Pike Lake (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
It depends — Night fishing was historically reported for members, but current availability for day-ticket anglers is not established.
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?
No — An older angling guide says bait boats are not allowed.
Do I need barbless hooks?
Yes, it's required — An older angling guide says barbless hooks are required; confirm the current rule before fishing.
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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Large Carp Lake: a compact carp lake with islands, snags and lily-pad areas.
- Size
- Approximately 2 acres acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, roach, rudd, perch
The large lake is the main carp water at Tri-Lakes and is approximately 2 acres according to a fishery listing. It has several islands, snags and lily-pad areas, giving anglers some proper features to work at.
Carp are reported to over 25lb, with an older guide listing fish to about 28lb. Tench to about 8lb are also listed, alongside roach, rudd and perch.
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Large Carp Lake
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Suits
- Carp anglers who like fishing islands, snags and margins
- Anglers wanting a compact mixed coarse lake with tench and silver fish options
Maybe not for
- Those after a large open-water venue or a published match-style swim map
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Large Carp Lake
carp
Light baiting tight to the lily beds
Carp patrol the lily beds on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
carp
Solid PVA bag over the snaggy bits
With the lily beds 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.
Venue rule: Fixed leads are banned here, so fish the bag on a lead clip or inline set-up that lets the lead drop free.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat. Perfect for fishing tight to the cover here.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
Large Carp Lake FAQs
How big is the large lake?
It is listed at approximately 2 acres.
What features are in the large lake?
Several islands, snags and lily-pad areas are described.
What's the lake record on Large Carp Lake?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Large Carp 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 Large Carp Lake?
carp, tench, roach, rudd, perch.
How big is Large Carp Lake and how many swims?
Around Approximately 2 acres acres. A compact carp lake with islands, snags and lily-pad areas..
Which baits work well on Large Carp Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Large Carp 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 Large Carp Lake get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Large Carp 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 Tri-Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Large Carp 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 Large Carp Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Large Carp Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Historical day-ticket price £7.50 (last checked 2026-10-11).
Is night fishing allowed on Large Carp Lake?
It depends — Night fishing was historically reported for members, but current availability for day-ticket anglers is not established.
Who does Large Carp Lake suit?
Good for: Carp anglers who like fishing islands, snags and margins; Anglers wanting a compact mixed coarse lake with tench and silver fish options. Less suited to: Those after a large open-water venue or a published match-style swim map.
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Small Pike Lake: the smaller lake is primarily described as a pike water.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- pike, roach, rudd, perch
The small lake is primarily a pike lake, with an older angling guide listing pike to about 30lb. No lake size is published in the checked facts.
Roach, rudd and perch are also reported within the wider fishery listings. Check the current ticket position and any pike-specific arrangements before fishing.
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Small Pike Lake
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Suits
- Predator anglers after a dedicated pike session
- Anglers who enjoy working a smaller water rather than a sprawling reservoir
Maybe not for
- Anyone needing confirmed current pike access, lake size or opening details before booking
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Small Pike Lake
pike
Lure fishing for the pike
Lures let you cover water and find active pike fast.
- Spinners, jerkbaits and 4–6in soft shads on a 20–30g rod.
- Always use a wire trace — pike bite through mono and fluoro.
- Move every 10–15 casts till you find them; work drop-offs and edges.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
rudd
Floating baits and shallow float for rudd
Rudd feed high in the water, often near reeds and lilies on warm days. Fish up in the water to them, not on the bottom.
- A light waggler set 1–2ft deep with a single maggot or caster on a size 18.
- Loose-feed little and often to bring them up.
- Floating bread flake works brilliantly in summer.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Small Pike Lake FAQs
What is the small lake mainly used for?
It is primarily described as a pike lake.
How big is the small lake?
Its size is not published in the checked facts.
What's the lake record on Small Pike Lake?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Small Pike 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 Small Pike Lake?
pike, roach, rudd, perch.
How big is Small Pike Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. The smaller lake is primarily described as a pike water..
Which baits work well on Small Pike Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Small Pike 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 Small Pike Lake get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Small Pike 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 Tri-Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Small Pike 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 Small Pike Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Small Pike Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Historical day-ticket price £7.50 (last checked 2026-10-11).
Is night fishing allowed on Small Pike Lake?
It depends — Night fishing was historically reported for members, but current availability for day-ticket anglers is not established.
Who does Small Pike Lake suit?
Good for: Predator anglers after a dedicated pike session; Anglers who enjoy working a smaller water rather than a sprawling reservoir. Less suited to: Anyone needing confirmed current pike access, lake size or opening details before booking.
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.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Are barbless hooks required?
An older angling guide says barbless hooks are required; confirm the current rule before fishing.
- No
Are bait boats allowed?
An older angling guide says bait boats are not allowed.
- No
Are keepnets allowed?
An older angling guide says keepnets are not allowed.
- No
Are fixed leads allowed?
An older angling guide says no fixed leads are allowed.
- Must
Is there a rod limit?
An older angling guide lists a two-rod limit.
- Must
What size landing net is advised?
Landing nets should be at least 36 inches.
- Only if
Is night fishing available to day-ticket anglers?
Night fishing was historically reported for members, but current availability for day-ticket anglers is not established.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 11 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Rules and prices change through the season. Follow and we'll flag changes the fishery or other anglers report.
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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.
Large Carp Lake
carp
Light baiting tight to the lily beds
Carp patrol the lily beds on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
carp
Solid PVA bag over the snaggy bits
With the lily beds 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.
Venue rule: Fixed leads are banned here, so fish the bag on a lead clip or inline set-up that lets the lead drop free.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat. Perfect for fishing tight to the cover here.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
Small Pike Lake
pike
Lure fishing for the pike
Lures let you cover water and find active pike fast.
- Spinners, jerkbaits and 4–6in soft shads on a 20–30g rod.
- Always use a wire trace — pike bite through mono and fluoro.
- Move every 10–15 casts till you find them; work drop-offs and edges.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
rudd
Floating baits and shallow float for rudd
Rudd feed high in the water, often near reeds and lilies on warm days. Fish up in the water to them, not on the bottom.
- A light waggler set 1–2ft deep with a single maggot or caster on a size 18.
- Loose-feed little and often to bring them up.
- Floating bread flake works brilliantly in summer.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
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
6.7/10 from Tackle Index: A carp lake with islands, snags and lilies plus a separate pike lake gives anglers some decent feature fishing options.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Tri-Lakes is a two-lake coarse fishery and country-park complex on Yateley Road, Sandhurst. The large lake is the carp water, while the smaller lake is aimed mainly at pike fishing — but current ticket prices, opening times and availability need checking before you set off.”
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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