Ratherheath

All anglers should be aware that Ratherheath as undergone major work and investment in 2019. The lake is now fully otter protected and has seen significant improvements to its access. There are now 6 disabled access pegs, with a level access path from the private car park. There have also been upgrades to the existing pegs, along with extensive weed management projects. You would be nieve to not give this fishery a visit now (please see some images in the gallery)!

We have introduced Electronic Catch returns on all our waters, for further information please use the following link: Catch Return Instruction

All anglers should be aware that Ratherheath as undergone major work and investment in 2019. The lake is now fully otter protected and has seen significant improvements to its access. Please ensure that all gates used are continuously closed and padlocked at all times during your visit. There are now 6 disabled access pegs, with a level access path from the private car park. There have also been upgrades to the existing pegs, along with extensive weed management projects. You would be nieve to not give this fishery a visit now (please see some images in the gallery)!

Ratherheath Tarn has been WADAA’s most popular coarse water.  Ratherheath is a managed mixed coarse fishery; species include: Carp 25lbs+, Tench 4lbs+, Bream 6lbs+. Roach, rudd, perch, gudgeon, eels and crucian carp. The roach and bream fishing can be superb with plenty of skimmers.

Many anglers fish exclusively for Ratherheath’s head of carp. These fish currently top out around the twenty-five pound mark but there are large numbers in the low to mid teens. During the warmer months Ratherheath carp are invariably on the surface and stalking with floating baits is a favourite and often very successful tactic.

The tarn enjoys a private and secluded woodland setting just a couple of miles from Kendal, and offers 30 well-spaced pegs. The fishing is at its best from March through to October – hard going through the colder months. There is good access for wheelchair anglers.

The fishery is open all year round, other than on Shoot dates – these dates are displayed on the entrance gates.  The fishery is closed to all anglers on these dates.

Night fishing is available at the Tarn for MEMBERS ONLY. This can now take place on any peg \round the tarn presuming fishing equipment does not block the path. This is booked through the member’s own “My WADAA” account.

Due to popular demand day tickets are now available on Ratherheath, the can be purchased on the day tickets page or via any of our ticket outlets (please see the day tickets page)

For more historic information on the fishery please give this article written by Barry McLeod a read: Ratherheath reflection Barry Mcload

Fishery Rules

Permit holders agree to read and comply with the fishery rules as printed below and/or displayed on the fishery notice boards and to comply with the Environment Agency Fishery Bylaws. Failure to do so renders the permit invalid. You must carry this permit with you while fishing.

For full rules please follow this link: Ratherheath Tarn Fishery Rules Updated March 24

Drawing (Map) showing pegs at Ratherheath: Drawing by Chris Westworth