Fishing venues

Crowsheath Fishery

Billericay,Essex· CM11 1JT

Booking only: call before arriving. The FAQ states that only the Specimen Lake and Pleasure Lake are active; Carp Canal is being rebuilt and Crows Nest is under development, with public opening dates to be announced.

AI-enriched — awaiting check

Species: 3 recorded
Day tickets: Not offered / check access
Night fishing: Not confirmed
Waters: 4 waters

About the water

Crowsheath Fishery is on Hawkswood Road, CM11 1JT. The website lists four waters, but its FAQ identifies only the Specimen Lake and Pleasure Lake as active. Carp Canal is being rebuilt and Crows Nest is being developed, with opening information to follow. The main water is listed as the Specimen Carp & Pike Lake. The Specimen Lake holds carp in the 20lb range and has begun producing fish over 30lb. The FAQ also mentions a fish over 40lb that has not been seen for several years, and reports the stocking of mirror carp that have subsequently been caught. Fishing is by advance booking only. Anglers must telephone 07402 298218 to check availability and discuss pegs before arriving. The contact page requests payment by bank transfer and says online booking is not yet available. A buggy and trailer can help anglers reach their swims, although operation depends on weather conditions and should be checked ahead. There is no on-site shop. Bailiffs can help with photographs, rigs and fishing positions. Anglers snagged up or caught on the island are asked to call a bailiff rather than break the line; staff can assist using boats. Late arrivals should telephone and drive slowly to avoid disturbing residential neighbours.

What you can catch

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

Rules

Advance booking is required; telephone to check availability before arriving. Call a bailiff if snagged or caught on the island rather than breaking the line. Notify the fishery if running late and drive slowly without disturbing neighbours.