Fishing venues

Drayton Reservoir

Day permits are limited and available only on the Dam wall. Pegs 36a and 36b are closed during sailing hours, generally on Sundays.

AI-enriched — awaiting check

Species: 7 recorded
Day tickets: £12.00 (two rods, day)
Night fishing: Available — check water
Waters: 1 water

About the water

Drayton Reservoir is a 25-acre water on the northern edge of Daventry, Northamptonshire, supplying the local Grand Union Canal. A wooden walkway runs around almost all of the reservoir and leads to jetty-style fishing pegs. The four main fishing areas are the Dam wall, the Straight, the Point and the Boards. Portable toilets are available on site. The reservoir was stocked with small carp in the early 1990s. These now average 14–18lb, with many over 20lb and a stated lake record of 35lb. Roach and perch are plentiful, and pike are also present, with a stated record of 28lb. Pike fishing is permitted only between 1 October and 31 March. Day fishing is restricted to the Dam wall, where a limited number of permits are issued on the bank by the bailiff. An adult day permit costs £12 for two rods. Gates open for day anglers at 7.30am on weekdays and 7am at weekends; closing times should be checked with the bailiff. Night permits cover midday to 11am and must be booked in advance by text. The Point and Boards are bookable for night fishing only. The reservoir is shared with a sailing club, and pegs 36a and 36b close during sailing hours. Anglers are asked to respect nearby residents and take care when casting during sailing.

What you can catch

Species reported by anglers, owners or the venue’s website. Check current stocks with the venue.

Rules

Day fishing is restricted to the Dam wall. The Point and Boards are night-booking pegs only. Night permits must be booked in advance by text. Pike fishing is allowed only from 1 October to 31 March. Pegs 36a and 36b close during sailing hours; take care when casting and respect sailors and nearby residents. Check with the bailiff for rule updates. Concessionary permits require a concessionary rod licence.