Rutland Trout Fishing
**IMPORTANT INFORMATION & OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR ALL ANGLERS**
We were delighted to re-open to anglers on Tuesday 2nd June 2020. Our fisheries team is available to take bookings for the coming months. The lodges are open 8am to 3pm 7 days a week. Please note however that in order to maintain social distancing and cut down on the amount of traffic in the lodges, all boats booked will need to be paid for at the point of booking. We will still be accepting ‘walk-ins’ for boat fishing but strongly suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Please read the document below on Information and Operating procedures.
To ensure we comply with social distancing and government guidelines, the fisheries will be observing new operating procedures. We ask that you respect these guidelines and follow them to ensure all our staff and visitors remain safe.
Our internationally recognised trout water offers a fantastic fishing experience for everyone, from experienced anglers to beginners.
You can fish Rutland on day tickets or a season ticket depending on what suits you
Important information & operating procedures
Information & operating procedures July 2020
Terms& Conditions prepaid permits and boats June 2020
Terms & conditions prepaid permits and boat hire June 2020.
What you need to know…
Check out some facts and need-to-know information about trout fishing at Rutland Water:
- The trout fishing season at Rutland Water runs from 13th March to 31st January.
- Fly fishing can take place from both Bank and boat.
- A variety of day ticket options are available, from kill tickets to c&r, covering all ages and abilities.
- Fishing permits are available from tackle shops as well as vendor huts at Normanton car park and next to the RockBlok at Whitwell car park.
- Accompanied children may fish for free within the rules and limits of the permit. Age restrictions apply to boat fishing.
- Need tackle? Stock up at the tackle shop, you’ll also find the Waterfront Café above the lodge if you are in need of refreshment.
Rules for boat, bank, catch and release and pike fishing on Anglian Water's trout waters.
Map identifying winter restrictions in place from 1st November until 31 January. Neither boat nor bank anglers may fish red hatched areas. Bank anglers are also not permitted on banks marked with a heavy red line.
Map identifying winter restrictions in place from Season Opening Day until 31 March. Neither boat nor bank anglers may fish red hatched areas. Bank anglers are also not permitted on banks marked with a heavy red line.
Fishing in Rutland
Fishing Prices 2020
Learn to fish…
If you are new to fishing we offer short courses and tickets designed just for beginners, while our Safe Start DVD explains how to stay safe during your time on the water.
And if you want to dedicate some serious time to honing your skills, why not book a short break holiday?
Test yourself in competition…
We regularly host national and international fly fishing competitions which provide a fantastic opportunity to test your knowledge and skills. Non-competitors are invited to watch the excitement of the weigh-in (usually around 18:00) at the fishing lodge.
If competition isn’t your thing, don’t worry; there are still plenty of places you can fish in peace and quiet even during competitions.
The 2020 Fishing Competition Calendar.
Hooked! fishing guide…
Here's the 2020 guide which is now available to view in pdf form. Our annual guide is published and circulated within subscription copies of the April edition of Total Flyfisher. Copies are also available at our fishing lodges or by emailing fishing@anglianwater.co.uk.
Season Permits 2020
Notes
1–4. Fishery day limit plus catch & release. Valid from opening dates to 31 January.
3. Valid for competition fishing.
4. Pleasure fishing ticket only (not permitted to be used with fishing competitions).
5 . Maximum 2 seasons following AWS course. No junior reduction. Valid 8 months pro rata
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