Fishing

If you like big water with boat and bank fishing, then Kielder Water & Forest Park is the place to be. With a fleet of 15 fully equipped motor boats the lake offers exhilarating fishing for both the enthusiast and competitive angler.

Boat anglers should head for the Belling Inlet and Plashett's Bay at any part of the season. Bank anglers try Whickhope Inlet and downstream from Tower Knowe Visitor Centre. Small dark fly patterns are a must, fished as dropped flies with bright attractors on the point of the cast.

When it comes to multi-bait, the Beeches Walk at Leaplish Wateside Park, Tower Knowe Visitor Centre and upstream of Hawkhope car park are good locations. The stream mouths at Matthew’s Linn and Whickhope are worth a try during the spring.

New to fishing? Northumbrian Water's shops at Leaplish Waterside Park and Tower Knowe Visitor Centre sell fishing starter packs which include all the kit you need.

If you are a guest at the lodges at Leaplish Waterside Park you can fish free for the duration of your stay (excluding boat hire). Permits are available from either Leaplish Waterside Park or Tower Knowe Visitor Centre. You must pre-book boats by calling 01434 251 000.

Click the link for weekly fishing reports from Northumbrian Water. 

We respectfully ask that visitors follow the countryside code to protect our wildlife and the natural environment. Please do not leave litter.