Fishing venues

WADMILL LAKE

Sturminster Newton,Dorset· DT10 1JB

AI-enriched — awaiting check

Species: 5 recorded
Day tickets: Not offered / check access
Night fishing: Available — check water
Waters: 1 water

About the water

Wadmill Lake is a four-acre fishing lake at Todber Manor Fisheries in Sturminster Newton, Dorset. It has 31 pegs and four islands. A gravel barrow track runs around the full perimeter, and the pegs are large and gravelled. The venue describes Wadmill as a runs water, with carp ranging from 10lb to 30lb and an average size in the mid-doubles. Other fish listed are perch to 3lb, tench to 5lb and bream to 7lb. Pike reach the low twenties, with pike fishing available during winter by request when conditions are cold enough. A 24-hour ticket costs £30. Anglers can book through the venue's booking page or telephone the fishery. The booking form offers arrival and departure times of 09:00, 13:00 and 17:00. There is also a tackle shop at the fishery. Fishing is restricted to designated areas. Anglers must bring a decent-sized landing net and an unhooking mat, use carp-friendly non-tether rigs, and return carp using a sling or zip mat. Carp sacks and keepnets are prohibited. Bait boats may be used sensibly. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Dogs are permitted at their owners' risk and must be cleaned up after.

What you can catch

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

Rules

Fish only from designated areas and leave no litter. A decent-sized landing net and unhooking mat are required. No carp sacks or keepnets; use carp-friendly non-tether rigs and return carp via a sling or zip mat. No driving on grass. Pike fishing is by request when cold enough. Bait boats may be used sensibly. Under-16s must have a responsible adult. Dogs are allowed at owners' risk and must be cleaned up after. Cancellations with at least seven days' notice incur a 20% fee; amendments cost £5. No refunds or amendments within seven days.