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Stanley Reservoir

Stanley Pool was constructed in 1786 as an 8-acre reservoir for the Caldon canal, which was opened through Stanley probably in 1778. It was enlarged to 33 acre in 1840, when a new dam was built to the north. Still a reservoir in 1991, it is also used for sailing and fishing.

Species & Stocking

With plenty of roach in Stanley Reservoir the high density of pike go to 27lb providing the predator angler with a good days sport. The match angler will also enjoy the fishing with plenty of silvers providing good bags on match days.

 

Species/Density/Weights (2024)

Pike High Upto 27lb, average 12lb

Roach Large shoals Average 10oz

Bream Large shoals Upto 9lb, average 2- 3lb

Perch Large shoals Average 2lboz average 8oz

Carp to 8lb unknown stock number

 

Location

Located off the A53 near the village of Stanley, ST9 9LU.

Nearest Post Code ST9 9LU

Grid Reference SJ929519

Sat Nav 53.064745,-2.106657

Additional Rules:

No access is allowed over the dam.

Read all the General Rules and additional rules for the water on the Membership General Rules & Conditions page of the Members section of the website. Click Here To View 

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