Fishing venues

Orchard Place Farm Fishing Lakes

Paddock Wood,Kent· TN12 6NY

AI-enriched — awaiting check

Species: 2 recorded
Day tickets: £12.00 (day)
Night fishing: Available — check water
Waters: 13 waters

About the water

Orchard Place Farm Fishing Lakes is a family-run fishery set in the Kent countryside near Paddock Wood, located approximately 8 miles from Maidstone. The site features 13 lakes in total, consisting of 10 specimen carp and catfish waters and 3 dedicated match or pleasure fishing lakes. The complex caters to diverse angling requirements, ranging from the 12-acre specimen Lake 7 to the 30-peg Lake 10, which is dedicated to silver fish. The venue is open from 7am all year round and includes many swims designed with disabled access in mind. The fishery is supported by extensive infrastructure, featuring all-weather pathways that lead around the lakes to individual swims. On-site facilities include a tackle shop and a main car park block equipped with toilets and a hot shower. Additional toilet and sink facilities are situated between Lakes 3 and 4, while a dedicated block near Lake 7 provides a microwave, fridge, and washing-up area. A snack wagon operates on Fridays and weekends, accepting cash only. Anglers must report to the office before fishing, and those targeting specimen lakes are required to book their session via telephone in advance. Tackl tip: Ensure your nets and unhooking mats are completely dry before you start fishing to protect the resident stock.

Access: day ticket

What you can catch

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

Rules

Environmental Agency License required. Maximum 3 rods on specimen lakes. No braid as main line. No lead core. Micro barbed or barbless hooks only. Minimum 42 inch net (50 inch preferred for catfish). No sacking of fish. Minimum main line 15lb for carp and 20lb for catfish. No fires (off-ground barbecues permitted). Dogs must be well behaved and are not permitted in the main car park.