Ladybower Fisheries

17/09/2026

Lots of chinooks hatching off at the moment !

16/09/2026

Everybody wants in on the action at ladybower!

16/09/2026

Rod average of 9.66 last week

Four days averaging double figures , another fantastic week at the bower. Floating lines still dominating once again.
Early mornings pulling on a intermediate line has been very productive with dries or washing line later in the day

A superb wild brownie off the bank too, bank fishing is starting to pick up , up the derwent arm.
Best flies this week ; bob shaw and rob keeber boating 38; shaun gaskill 29; brian perries gareth jones 22;alan richardson 35; dan tranter 24; jon barrett 27 and lots over twenty to the boat.

Must have flies this week; thebubiquitous daddy, orange or black bo***es, sedgehogs, hoppers cormorants and cdc shuttlecock dros .

Brst areas basin raspberry bay

Tight lines all.

13/09/2026

13/09/2026

Good stocking of 3-8 pounders this week; with most fish farms not achieving optimal growth rates this exceptionally hot 2026, our bought in stockies have been smaller than wed like but weve reserved these beauties to spice things up now things are cooling down .

08/09/2026

Rod average 8.6

Another spectacular week on the dries, although twiddling a washing line with b***y or foam daddy with black and claret hoppers up the line has been deadly as the wind picked up.

Best areas this week have been; old telegraph; drifts along doctors bank either side of ashopton viaduct; and of course the basin between dam and the cages.

Weve had some reports of big fish, fry feeding on roach and perch fry at underbank in the snake arm, this will be my first drift next time im out on the water.

Notable catches this week have been numerous;

Dan Tranter's party , up from essex this week recording forty plus to his boat, alan Richardson had a great day on tuesday with thirty five to his foam daddies throughout the basin, steve martin martin Rowson and adam larbalestier all taking twenty plus on a variety of dries but also pulling on the di5 sweep.

Floating and intermediate lines are still the most used however.

Best flies this week;
Foam daddies culs, sedgehogs( popped on a floater or slow tip) cormorants and hoppers

Tequila, candy and cat bo***es also very effective pulled a bit faster.

Were always happy to post your pics of your fish on here, if you get time to send is any fish pics to.

[email protected]

Id also like to give a big shout out to Richard Walker Nick Halstead and everyone one else who has sponsored or supported our evening league over the summer; it was a huge success with several new anglers to loch styling getting firmly hooked themselves.

Continuing cooler weather bodes well for another exciting week up here at Ladybower Fisheries( rod average of 11.8 on Sunday!)

01/09/2026

PART TIME FISHERY ASSISTANT

📣 WE’RE HIRING
Part-Time Fishery Assistant

Ladybower Fisheries Ltd

Ladybower Fisheries is growing, and we’re looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and hands-on Part-Time Fishery Assistant to join our team.
This is a varied, practical outdoor role, ideal for someone who enjoys working outside, isn’t afraid of getting stuck in and takes pride in providing a great experience for our customers.

THE ROLE
• Must be flexible
• £Minimum Wage
• Full UK Driving Licence & own transport essential

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
• Delivering excellent customer service
• Helping with fish rearing, welfare and stock monitoring
• Assisting with fish stocking
• Preparing, launching and putting away boats
• Boat handling and assisting anglers
• Opening and closing the site
• General maintenance and upkeep of the fishery
• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained
• Assisting with the general day-to-day running of the fishery
• The ability to use the on-line booking system (training will be provided) - Basic computer skills essential

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS:
• Reliable, punctual and hard-working
• Flexible with working hours, including early starts and later evenings during the summer months
• Physically fit and comfortable with practical, hands-on work
• Happy working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Friendly and confident dealing with customers
• Organised, proactive and able to use their own initiative
• A good team player with a genuine passion for the outdoors

Previous experience isn’t essential, but any of the following would be an advantage:
• An angling or fisheries background
• Experience in outdoor leisure
• Boat handling experience
• First Aid qualification
• A genuine interest in fishing, fish keeping or the outdoors

Above all, we’re looking for the right person with the right attitude to become part of the Ladybower Fisheries team.

If this sounds like you – or someone you know – we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more: [email protected]

01/09/2026

JOIN THE LADYBOWER FISHERIES VOLUNTEER TEAM!

Love fly fishing, the outdoors and Ladybower? We’d love to have you as part of our volunteer team.
We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic people who would like to give a little of their time to help keep Ladybower Fisheries running smoothly – and enjoy being part of our fishing community.

WHY VOLUNTEER WITH US?
• FREE fly fishing for all volunteers
• Be part of a friendly, passionate team
• Spend more time in the great outdoors
• Give something back to the Ladybower fishing community

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
It’s a varied, hands-on role and could include:
• Welcoming visitors and helping in the shop
• Assisting with fish stocking
• Helping bring boats in and out
• Feeding and helping care for the fish
• Generally lending a hand around the fishery

Whether you’re an experienced angler or simply passionate about fishing and the outdoors, we’d love to hear from you.

Interested in joining us?

Drop us an email at [email protected] to apply or find out more.

Come and be part of the Ladybower Fisheries team!