Aston Reservoir

Set in England, United Kingdom, Aston Reservoir is a reservoir that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Aston Reservoir usually focus their effort on transitions: the edges of weed beds, points that stick out into deeper water, and the shaded sides of any inflow. Early morning and the last hour of light tend to be the most productive windows on a body of water this size.

Location

52.5088, -1.8671 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Northern pikeEuropean chubCommon roachCommon carpMirror carpEuropean perch

Fishing Techniques

• For Northern pike

  Vary your retrieval speed and add pauses to entice strikes, especially in colder water.

• For European chub

  When using lures, vary your retrieve speed and direction to trigger strikes. Chub often hold near cover like overhanging branches or submerged logs.

• For Common roach

  When fishing for roach, use light tackle and fine lines for better bite detection.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Aston Reservoir.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Aston Reservoir, make sure your licence covers England, United Kingdom and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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