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Barston Lakes

West Midlands

Barston Lakes
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About

Barston Lakes is a premier fishing complex located at West Midlands Golf Club in Solihull, offering exceptional angling opportunities across multiple waters. The flagship Barston Lake spans 21 acres with 125 numbered pegs, accommodating both match and specimen anglers seeking carp to 37lb. Half the lake features behind-peg parking with wheelchair-accessible swims, while a public footpath circles the water adding to its scenic appeal. The complex includes several specialty waters catering to different angling preferences. Jake's Lake offers night fishing opportunities with carp reaching 30lb, while Daisy's Lake provides mixed fishing with double-figure carp. The purpose-built Match Pool features a central island and is perfectly designed for pole fishing, stocked with carp, F1s, and quality silverfish for competitive sessions. Located conveniently for anglers from Coventry, Birmingham, Solihull, Leamington, and Warwick, Barston Lakes combines excellent fishing with outstanding facilities. The golf clubhouse provides a welcoming bar open from 7am, restaurant services, takeaway options, plus toilets and showers. With strict catch-and-release policies, micro-chipped fish monitoring, and professional management, this venue maintains the highest standards for serious anglers seeking a premium fishing experience.

Lakes

Barston Lake

Barston Lake

Natural Lake

Barston Lake is the main lake, this is used for matches, pleasure fishing and carp fishing. Matches can be booked on the right hand bank (River side) for 12 - 40 pegs, for larger matches the whole lake can be booked. The lake has 125 pegs total with varying depths from 4 feet to 15 feet. Features include an island (pegs 33-37 are on the island), with pegs 90-120 being particularly suitable for wheelchair users with nearby parking. There is a public footpath around the lake including a bridle path.

15ft deep125 pegs

Species:Carp • Bream • Roach

Daisys Lake

Daisys Lake

Natural Lake

Daisy's is currently being used as a stock pool and is not available for fishing.

Jakes Lake

Jakes Lake

Natural Lake

The 2 acre lake is now a stock pool for growing small fish to go into the big lake, and is not open for fishing.

2 acres

Facilities

Night Fishing
Match Friendly
Disabled Access
Dog Friendly
Parking Close
Coaching
Private Hire
Fire Pits
Under 18s

Fish Species

  • Carp
  • Bream
  • Tench
  • Roach

Fishing Types

Match, Specimen, Coarse, Pleasure