Fishery guide · Worcestershire
Haye Farm Fishery
Haye Farm Fishery at Ribbesford, near Bewdley in Worcestershire: two coarse pools, Curtis and Dexter, open daily throughout the year. Pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank; the farm also lists 12-month memberships, so ask whether you need one.
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Haye Farm Fishery at a glance
- Fish here
- Carp
- Roach
- Bream
- Tench
- Rudd
- How you get on
- Day ticket · turn up
- Tickets
- Day permit, adult (all day): £10.00
- As listed, checked 26 October 2026. Confirm before you go.
- Rules
- Bait, hook and night rules for each lake.
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Our quick take
“—/10 — Haye Farm Fishery at Ribbesford, near Bewdley in Worcestershire: two coarse pools, Curtis and Dexter, open daily throughout the year. Pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank; the farm also lists 12-month memberships, so ask whether you need one.”
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The lowdown
Here's the useful stuff for Haye Farm Fishery, as listed on the farm's own website when we checked on 26 October 2026. It's a 50-acre farm at Ribbesford, near Bewdley, with two coarse pools – Curtis Pool and Dexter Pool – stocked with carp, roach, bream, tench and rudd.
- 2 lakes: Curtis Pool, Dexter Pool
- Fish:
- Carp
- Roach
- Bream
- Tench
- Rudd
- Tickets from: Day permit, adult (all day) — £10.00
- Find it: Bewdley · DY12 2TP
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.
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
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
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.
How to set it up
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster
- Hemp and tare (where allowed)
- Bread punch or flake
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
All year on stillwaters; autumn and winter often bring the better fish.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
How to set it up
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6lb mono. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Groundbait with casters/chopped worm
- Maggot
- Worm
- Small pellet or corn
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Summer and autumn, often better in low light or coloured water.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
How to set it up
- 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.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6–8lb feeder mono · Reel: 4000-size front drag. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Dead red maggot or caster
- Sweetcorn
- Small wafters or 6–8mm pellet
- Worm
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
A classic warm-weather fish — late spring through summer, often best at dawn and dusk.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
No general method set for rudd yet — ask the venue or a local shop.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster fished shallow
- Floating bread in summer
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Warm, still days when fish rise near cover.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
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The full rundown on Haye Farm Fishery
Here's the useful stuff for Haye Farm Fishery, as listed on the farm's own website when we checked on 26 October 2026. It's a 50-acre farm at Ribbesford, near Bewdley, with two coarse pools – Curtis Pool and Dexter Pool – stocked with carp, roach, bream, tench and rudd.
Getting on: pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank, and club bookings are taken too. The farm also lists 12-month memberships and says they're "payable first time you fish" – it doesn't spell out whether that's on top of a day permit, so give Stuart a ring on the number on the farm's website before your first visit.
Watch the match calendar, mind. Dexter Pool is booked for club contests on lots of weekends (Curtis far less often), and when both pools are booked there's no pleasure fishing at all. The farm posts contests on its website, on the caravan window and on its Facebook page.
Bait rules are strict, so pack accordingly: no bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm or cat/dog meat, and no barbed hooks. Keep nets are only allowed in competitions. Prices are per person and cover a maximum of two rods.
Check the rod licence you need for your age, tackle and target fish in England. A venue ticket does not replace a rod licence.
Before you load the car, confirm current opening, permits and any match bookings with the fishery.
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Haye Farm Fishery 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 Haye Farm Fishery. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Bewdley.
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?
DY12 2TP. 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?
Day permit, adult (all day): £10.00; Day permit, OAP / under 16 (all day): £7.00; After 2pm, adult: £7.00; After 2pm, OAP / under 16: £5.00; Adult membership (12 months from joining): £140.00; Concession membership, OAP + under 16 (12 months): £100.00. Prices last checked 2026-10-26 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Curtis Pool, Dexter Pool. 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, roach, bream, tench, rudd. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
2 — Curtis Pool (Not published), Dexter Pool (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?
No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
It depends — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
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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Curtis Pool: curtis pool: the documented details
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- Carp
- Roach
- Bream
- Tench
- Rudd
Pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank.
One of the farm's two coarse pools, stocked with carp, roach, bream, tench and rudd.
The farm says the fishery has been established over 40 years, is very well stocked, and its biggest carp weigh over 25lb.
Lake photographs
A look around Curtis Pool
Haye Farm Fishery
Curtis Pool
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Suits
Maybe not for
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish Curtis Pool
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
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
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.
How to set it up
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster
- Hemp and tare (where allowed)
- Bread punch or flake
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
All year on stillwaters; autumn and winter often bring the better fish.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
How to set it up
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6lb mono. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Groundbait with casters/chopped worm
- Maggot
- Worm
- Small pellet or corn
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Summer and autumn, often better in low light or coloured water.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
How to set it up
- 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.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6–8lb feeder mono · Reel: 4000-size front drag. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Dead red maggot or caster
- Sweetcorn
- Small wafters or 6–8mm pellet
- Worm
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
A classic warm-weather fish — late spring through summer, often best at dawn and dusk.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
No general method set for rudd yet — ask the venue or a local shop.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster fished shallow
- Floating bread in summer
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Warm, still days when fish rise near cover.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Fished Curtis Pool? 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.
Curtis Pool FAQs
Which species are documented for this water?
Carp, roach, bream, tench and rudd (the farm lists these for its two pools).
How is access arranged?
Pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank. Ask the farm whether you also need its 12-month membership.
What's the lake record on Curtis Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: The farm says the fishery has been established over 40 years, is very well stocked, and its biggest carp weigh over 25lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Curtis Pool?
carp, roach, bream, tench, rudd. The farm says the fishery has been established over 40 years, is very well stocked, and its biggest carp weigh over 25lb.
How big is Curtis Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Curtis Pool: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Curtis Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Curtis Pool 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 Curtis Pool 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 Curtis Pool?
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 Haye Farm Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Curtis Pool?
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 Curtis Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Curtis Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day permit, adult (all day) £10.00; Day permit, OAP / under 16 (all day) £7.00; After 2pm, adult £7.00; After 2pm, OAP / under 16 £5.00; Adult membership (12 months from joining) £140.00; Concession membership, OAP + under 16 (12 months) £100.00 (last checked 2026-10-26).
Is night fishing allowed on Curtis Pool?
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 Curtis Pool 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
Day ticket · turn up
Dexter Pool: dexter pool: the documented details
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- Carp
- Roach
- Bream
- Tench
- Rudd
Pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank.
Booked for club contests on many weekends – check the fishery's contests list before you travel.
The farm says the fishery has been established over 40 years, is very well stocked, and its biggest carp weigh over 25lb.
Lake photographs
A look around Dexter Pool
Haye Farm Fishery
Dexter Pool
We’re checking the fishery’s Dexter Pool 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 Dexter Pool
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
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
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.
How to set it up
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster
- Hemp and tare (where allowed)
- Bread punch or flake
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
All year on stillwaters; autumn and winter often bring the better fish.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
How to set it up
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6lb mono. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Groundbait with casters/chopped worm
- Maggot
- Worm
- Small pellet or corn
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Summer and autumn, often better in low light or coloured water.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
How to set it up
- 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.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6–8lb feeder mono · Reel: 4000-size front drag. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Dead red maggot or caster
- Sweetcorn
- Small wafters or 6–8mm pellet
- Worm
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
A classic warm-weather fish — late spring through summer, often best at dawn and dusk.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
No general method set for rudd yet — ask the venue or a local shop.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster fished shallow
- Floating bread in summer
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Warm, still days when fish rise near cover.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
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Dexter Pool FAQs
Which species are documented for this water?
Carp, roach, bream, tench and rudd (the farm lists these for its two pools).
How is access arranged?
Pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank. Ask the farm whether you also need its 12-month membership. The pool isn't open for pleasure fishing when it's booked for a competition and both pools are booked.
What's the lake record on Dexter Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: The farm says the fishery has been established over 40 years, is very well stocked, and its biggest carp weigh over 25lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Dexter Pool?
carp, roach, bream, tench, rudd. The farm says the fishery has been established over 40 years, is very well stocked, and its biggest carp weigh over 25lb.
How big is Dexter Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Dexter Pool: the documented details.
Which baits work well on Dexter Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Dexter Pool 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 Dexter Pool 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 Dexter Pool?
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 Haye Farm Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Dexter Pool?
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 Dexter Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Dexter Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Day permit, adult (all day) £10.00; Day permit, OAP / under 16 (all day) £7.00; After 2pm, adult £7.00; After 2pm, OAP / under 16 £5.00; Adult membership (12 months from joining) £140.00; Concession membership, OAP + under 16 (12 months) £100.00 (last checked 2026-10-26).
Is night fishing allowed on Dexter Pool?
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 Dexter Pool suit?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Only if
How many rods?
A maximum of two rods; prices are per person.
- No
Barbed hooks?
Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- No
Keep nets?
Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- No
Banned baits
Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Only if
Match days
When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
- 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 26 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Tickets
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Day permit, adult (all day) | £10.00 |
| Day permit, OAP / under 16 (all day) | £7.00 |
| After 2pm, adult | £7.00 |
| After 2pm, OAP / under 16 | £5.00 |
| Adult membership (12 months from joining) | £140.00 |
| Concession membership, OAP + under 16 (12 months) | £100.00 |
As listed by the fishery, checked 26 October 2026. Confirm 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 Curtis Pool
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
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
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.
How to set it up
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster
- Hemp and tare (where allowed)
- Bread punch or flake
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
All year on stillwaters; autumn and winter often bring the better fish.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
How to set it up
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6lb mono. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Groundbait with casters/chopped worm
- Maggot
- Worm
- Small pellet or corn
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Summer and autumn, often better in low light or coloured water.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
How to set it up
- 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.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6–8lb feeder mono · Reel: 4000-size front drag. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Dead red maggot or caster
- Sweetcorn
- Small wafters or 6–8mm pellet
- Worm
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
A classic warm-weather fish — late spring through summer, often best at dawn and dusk.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
No general method set for rudd yet — ask the venue or a local shop.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster fished shallow
- Floating bread in summer
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Warm, still days when fish rise near cover.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Popular general approaches · plus anything the venue documents
How to fish Dexter Pool
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
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
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.
How to set it up
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster
- Hemp and tare (where allowed)
- Bread punch or flake
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
All year on stillwaters; autumn and winter often bring the better fish.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
How to set it up
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6lb mono. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Groundbait with casters/chopped worm
- Maggot
- Worm
- Small pellet or corn
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Summer and autumn, often better in low light or coloured water.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
- General technique — not verified here
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
How to set it up
- 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.
Typical kit: Feeder line: 6–8lb feeder mono · Reel: 4000-size front drag. Starting points only — match line and hook to the venue rules and the fish present.
Bait to consider
- Dead red maggot or caster
- Sweetcorn
- Small wafters or 6–8mm pellet
- Worm
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
A classic warm-weather fish — late spring through summer, often best at dawn and dusk.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
Rigs & methods
No general method set for rudd yet — ask the venue or a local shop.
Bait to consider
- Maggot or caster fished shallow
- Floating bread in summer
Common starting baits, not a local "top bait". Bait bans override everything here.
When it suits
Warm, still days when fish rise near cover.
General seasonal pattern, not a forecast.
Check the rules
- Barbed hooks? No — Barbed hooks are strictly forbidden.
- Keep nets? No — Keep nets are not allowed, except in competitions.
- Banned baits No — Bread, hemp seed, groundbait, boilies, bloodworm and cat/dog meat are strictly forbidden.
- Match days Check with the venue — When both pools are booked for competitions, no pegs are available for pleasure fishing; dates not listed are pleasure fishing only. Bookings can change without notice, so check the contests list or ring before you go.
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: Haye Farm Fishery at Ribbesford, near Bewdley in Worcestershire: two coarse pools, Curtis and Dexter, open daily throughout the year. Pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank; the farm also lists 12-month memberships, so ask whether you need one.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Haye Farm Fishery at Ribbesford, near Bewdley in Worcestershire: two coarse pools, Curtis and Dexter, open daily throughout the year. Pleasure anglers can buy permits on the bank; the farm also lists 12-month memberships, so ask whether you need one.”
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