WikiCatchDerwent Water
England, United Kingdom
- lake
- 10 species listed
- 54.5789, -3.1460
Derwent Water is a lake in England, United Kingdom. WikiCatch lists 10 fish species for this water, including Eurasian minnow, Tench, Northern pike. The nearest other water we map in England is Newlands Beck, 3.3 km away.
Species at Derwent Water
Map
Depth contours are drawn where survey data exists for this water. View on OpenStreetMap →
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Nearby waters
- Newlands Beckriver3.3 km
- Thirlmerereservoir7.3 km
- Bassenthwaite Lakelake9.4 km
- Buttermerelake9.4 km
- Crummock Waterlake10 km
- Loweswaterlake14 km
- River Lizariver15 km
- River Cockerriver16 km
About Derwent Water
Tucked into England, United Kingdom, Derwent Water is a lake that fishes differently season to season. Spring brings fish into the shallows to spawn or feed on early baitfish; midsummer pushes them to cooler, deeper water; autumn turns them aggressive again as they pack on weight before winter. Anglers planning a trip to Derwent Water should check water temperature and recent weather — a sudden cold front can shut a lake like this down for a day.
Reference: Wikipedia
Fishing Techniques
- For Eurasian minnow
Use light tackle and small hooks (size 16-20) for best results, as Eurasian minnows have small mouths.
- For Tench
Pre-baiting your swim with particles like hemp or corn can significantly improve your chances of attracting tench and holding them in your fishing area.
- For Northern pike
Vary your retrieval speed and add pauses to entice strikes, especially in colder water.
Recommended Gear
Tackle commonly used to target the species at Derwent Water.
Plan Your Trip
Planning a trip to Derwent Water? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. United Kingdom regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Derwent Water — confirm them ahead of time.
Other Fishing Regions in United Kingdom
Website data snapshot: October 24, 2026. Spot location from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia, species from the WikiCatch database.