Fishing venues

Big Hayes Specimen Lake

Todber,Dorset· DT10 1JB

AI-enriched — awaiting check

Species: 3 recorded
Day tickets: £35.00 (24 hours)
Night fishing: Available — check water
Waters: 1 water

About the water

Big Hayes Specimen Lake is an eight-acre carp water at Todber Manor Fisheries in Dorset. The venue states that it holds approximately 800 carp, including at least 250 different fish over 20lb and more than 40 over 30lb. The published lake record is 41lb 2oz. Catfish are also present, with fish reaching over 50lb. There are 18 accessible gravel swims, most with their own parking bay. A 24-hour ticket costs £35, and booking is advised, with full payment required when booking. Anglers can book through the venue's booking page or telephone the fishery. The booking form offers check-in and check-out times of 09:00, 13:00 and 17:00. Fishing is restricted to designated areas, with a three-rod limit and an EA rod licence required. Anglers must use a landing net of at least 42 inches, a large padded unhooking mat and carp-friendly non-tether rigs. Carp must be returned using a sling or zip mat. Bait boats may be used sensibly, while pike fishing is available on request when conditions are cold enough. Under-16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Dogs are permitted at their owners' risk and must be cleaned up after. No litter may be left, and driving on the grass is prohibited. The site also has a tackle shop.

What you can catch

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

Rules

Three-rod limit; EA rod licence required. Fish only from designated areas. Use a minimum 42-inch landing net, large padded unhooking mat and carp-friendly non-tether rigs. Return carp using a sling or zip mat. Under-16s require a responsible adult. No litter or driving on grass. Dogs are allowed at owners' risk and must be cleaned up after. Bait boats may be used sensibly. Pike fishing requires permission and sufficiently cold conditions. Day tickets must be bought from the shop before fishing. Full payment is required on booking; cancellations with at least seven days' notice incur a 20% fee, and amendments cost £5. Within seven days, no refunds or amendments are allowed.