Fishing venues

Middle Lake Churchgate Fishery

Essex· SS11 7QR

All lakes fully open post-spawning. Limited number of memberships currently available - please enquire.

AI-enriched — awaiting check

Species: 2 recorded
Day tickets: Not offered / check access
Night fishing: Not confirmed
Waters: 3 waters

About the water

Middle Lake is the mixed lake at Churchgate Lakes, on Rectory Lane at Rettendon Place, Battlesbridge, Essex. The website describes its stock as carp from 10lb to 30lb and catfish from 30lb to 90lb. It forms part of a complex that also includes Top Lake and Bottom Lake, which are described as specimen waters. A separate stock pond is also mentioned. Each lake has its own car park, and the fishery states that there is good access for disabled anglers. Shared facilities include an outdoor shower block, a kitchenette and toilets in the shop and café. The on-site tackle shop is open to both members and the general public, selling fishing gear, bait, tackle, luggage and clothing. Bailiffs are available to provide local knowledge. Breakfast orders are taken at anglers’ swims each morning and delivered once prepared, including hot drinks. Visitors with special dietary requirements are asked to contact the fishery before booking. The shop’s published opening hours are 7am to 7pm Monday to Saturday and 7am to 5pm on Sunday. The website currently states that all lakes are fully open following spawning, with a limited number of memberships available. Enquiries about membership, pricing, bookings and facilities can be made by telephone, email or the website’s contact form.