Nestled in the Wiltshire countryside, Fairwood Lakes offers a relaxed coarse and carp fishing venue alongside luxury lodge accommodation, making it a popular destination for both day-ticket anglers and those looking for a fishing holiday.
The lakes have been established for over 25 years and are well stocked with carp and a wide range of coarse fish. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful day’s fishing, an overnight session or a family break where you can fish straight from your accommodation, Fairwood Lakes offers something a little different.
Address
Fairwood Lakes Holiday Park
Fairwood Road
Dilton Marsh
Westbury
Wiltshire
BA13 4EL
Contact Details
Telephone: 01373 826792
Email: bookings@fairwoodlakes.com
Website: https://fairwoodlakes.com
About Fairwood Lakes
Fairwood Lakes combines luxury holiday accommodation with a well-established coarse fishery set amongst peaceful lakes and woodland.
The venue is now part of the Elysium Retreats group and has benefited from significant investment, offering luxury lakeside lodges, floating lodges, woodland accommodation and waterside fishing lodges. It’s located close to Longleat, Bath and Stonehenge, making it an ideal destination for anglers wanting to combine fishing with a family break.
The Fishing
The fishery consists of several mature lakes that have been established for more than 25 years.
The waters contain a healthy mix of species including:
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Carp to 27lb+ -
Tench to 7lb+
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Bream to 8lb+
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Pike to 16lb
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Perch to 3–4lb
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Chub
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Roach
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Rudd
Pleasure anglers regularly enjoy excellent silver fish catches, with bags exceeding 8lb being common.
Day Ticket Fishing
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Day Ticket: £14.75 -
Fishing available during the day (availability should be checked in advance if you’re not staying on site) -
24-hour night fishing: £25.75 (pre-booking required) -
Guests staying at Fairwood can purchase a Fish While You Stay Pass for £25, allowing unlimited fishing during their stay. Every angler requires their own pass.
Fishery Rules
Some of the key rules include:
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Barbless hooks only -
Landing nets must be sanitised before use
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Landing mats should also be sanitised
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Bring your own tackle and equipment
Recommended baits include:
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Maggots
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Sweetcorn
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Bread
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Bread punch
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Chopped worm
Facilities
Fishing is only part of what Fairwood Lakes offers.
On site you’ll also find:
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Café serving breakfasts, sandwiches and hot drinks -
Toilets close to the lakes -
Luxury lodges with hot tubs -
Woodland walks -
Children’s play area -
Indoor soft play -
Dog-friendly accommodation -
Free parking
Waterside Fishing Lodges
One of Fairwood’s biggest attractions is the opportunity to stay in accommodation overlooking the lakes.
Several of the waterside lodges are designed with anglers in mind, allowing guests to fish just a short walk—or in some cases directly—from their lodge while enjoying modern facilities and private hot tubs.
Why Fish Fairwood Lakes?
Unlike many fisheries that focus purely on specimen carp, Fairwood offers something for everyone.
Whether you’re introducing someone to fishing, looking for a relaxing day on the bank, planning a fishing holiday with the family or simply fancy targeting carp in peaceful surroundings, it’s a venue well worth considering.
Have You Fished Fairwood Lakes?
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What’s your biggest carp from the venue?
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Have you stayed in one of the fishing lodges?
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Would you recommend it for a fishing holiday?
Share your catches, tips and photos below!