Fishing
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Fishing
The Lake District has some 47 rivers and streams, and over 100 still waters that offer fishing opportunities amongst unparallel scenery throughout the area.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro, just fancy having a go, or want to learn more, Esthwaite Water is a great place to visit.
Esthwaite Water
Situated close to Hawkshead, Esthwaite Water is a 280-acre private water in the heart of the Lake District, and one of the largest stocked lakes in the North West of England. With a fishery at its northern end, it offers great fishing with some breathtaking scenery. It is owned and managed by Graythwaite Estate; please see their website for information on fishing on Esthwaite Water.
A site of Special Scientific Interest and also a RAMSAR Site due to its International Importance as a wetland, it has a large population of wild birds and in the summer months, you could be competing with the Ospreys that visit the lake.