Although if I am honest,
I am no fly-fisherman, I have visited all of the lakes below and they are
all set in stunning surroundings. The lake reviews have been done by angling
friend and Fly-fisherman Pinky, and my thanks goes out to him for
this section.
BURE VALLEY TROUT LAKES:
The
fishery here is situated in beautiful surroundings near Aylsham. The fishing
includes a 6 Acre lake and a magnificent stretch of the upper river Bure. The
stream is overgrown but holds a very good head of Rainbows and Brownies. The
lake is between 6 and 16 feet deep and holds Brown and Rainbow trout to 8ib.
There are half, full and evening
tickets available. Tel: (01263)587666 Facilities: Toilet, Shower, Tackle shop and
smoking service.
EAST TUDDENHAM FLY FISHERY:
This
fishery consists of 2 spring fed lakes, which are both dammed at either
end. There is a center Island in the top lake which may be accessed
via the bridge. The lake is approximately 4 acres and is between 5 and 8 feet
deep. The bottom lake is 4 acres and shelves down to 12 feet at the dam end.
Stock consists of Brownies to 6ib and Rainbows to 8ib. Day tickets: £15-00 for
a 4 fish limit. Facilities: Toilet, washroom.
NARBOROUGH TROUT FISHERIES: The
complex consists of 4 lovely
lakes varying between 3 and 1 acres. Depths vary from 3 to 10 feet. There is a
prolific stock of Rainbows to 10ib. Day Tickets: £7-00 Facilities: Disabled
swims, Toilets, shop. All fish captures must be weighed in and are charged at an
agreed price. Tel: (01760)338005
RUSTON REACHES: A
man made fishery designed to look like a river. The lake offers around 400
yards of reed lined fishing with bends and islands some of the features.
Depths vary between
3 and 12 feet. Stock includes Rainbows and Brownies to 8ib. Tel: (01692)536646 Facilities:
Toilets, tuition, shop.
WOODLAKE'S
TROUT FISHERY: A large clear lake of around 11
acres. The lake can get very weedy during the summer, but fantastic sport can be
had with an unleaded nymph, Rainbows average 2ib and go to 6ib.
Tel:(01553)810414 Facilities: Toilets, kiosk shop.