The Fishing Lodge, Wrackleford Estate, near Dorchester, Dorset
Wrackleford Estate · 3 miles from Dorchester, West Dorset
A Secluded Dorset Lodge Beside a Private Trout Lake
The Fishing Lodge sits astride the Sydling Brook and Langford Lake on the Wrackleford Estate, about three miles from Dorchester. It sleeps four, and the lake is a regularly stocked rainbow trout water sold only on an exclusive basis, so no other rods fish it on your day.
A trout angler's hideaway, not a carp lodge. Langford Lake is stocked with rainbow trout and sold one party at a time, with a two rod minimum, so your day on the water is private. The lodge sits right beside it on a working Dorset estate. Carp anglers should look elsewhere, and extra days on the lake are charged per rod.
Good for
- Trout anglers wanting a private lake
- Couples or small groups of four
- A quiet base near Dorchester and the Jurassic Coast
Think twice if
- You want carp or coarse fishing: the lake is stocked with rainbow trout
- You want unlimited fishing: extra days are £60 per rod
Book extra lake days with the estate
Holiday listings say one day of fishing is included; further days on Langford Lake are booked with the estate at £60 per rod, minimum two rods.
What a Stay at Secluded Fishing Lodge, Dorchester Is Like
The Fishing Lodge is on the Wrackleford Estate in West Dorset, about three miles from Dorchester and close to the Jurassic Coast. It sits astride the Sydling Brook and Langford Lake, and the estate describes it as ideal for relaxing or as a dream location for an angler.
The estate lists it as sleeping four with one bathroom. Holiday listings describe two bedrooms, a shared bathroom with a large shower and separate bath, a large kitchen, dining and sitting room opening onto a covered seating area, plenty of parking and open grass. The estate also lets the Shooting Lodge, Langford Valley Barn and Langford Valley Stables.
Langford Lake is a regularly stocked rainbow trout stillwater with four main fishing points and mown banks. It is only sold on an exclusive basis, with a minimum of two rods and a maximum of four, at £60 per rod per day. Guiding, tackle hire and lunch hampers can be added.
Written from the venue’s published details. We have not stayed here ourselves.
The Fishing at Secluded Fishing Lodge, Dorchester
A private rainbow trout lake beside the lodge, sold to one party at a time.
Which lake is which
| Lake | Type | Pegs | Size | Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langford Lake | Trout stillwater, exclusive booking | 4 main fishing points | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Rainbow trout, regularly stocked |
Tickets, times and rules
| Booking | Exclusive basis only; minimum 2 rods, maximum 4 |
| Price | £60 per rod per day |
| Extras | Full day guide £260, half day £160, tackle hire £60, lunch hamper £40 |
| Included with the lodge | One day of fishing, per holiday listings |
The Lodges
One self-catering lodge for four beside the lake.
Questions About Secluded Fishing Lodge, Dorchester
What can I catch in Langford Lake?
Rainbow trout. The lake is regularly stocked.
Source: wrackleford.co.uk, Langford Lake
Will other anglers be on the lake?
No. The lake is only sold on an exclusive basis, so no other rods are sold on your day.
Source: wrackleford.co.uk, Langford Lake
Is fishing included with the lodge?
Holiday listings say one day of fishing is included; more days can be arranged with the estate at £60 per rod.
Source: Holiday listings; wrackleford.co.uk
How many does the lodge sleep?
Four.
Source: wrackleford.co.uk, self catering
Are dogs allowed?
Not confirmed. Ask the estate office before booking.
Source: wrackleford.co.uk
Getting There
Wrackleford Estate, about three miles from Dorchester, Dorset. Estate office postcode DT2 9SN.
Open in Google Maps · Phone 01305 267643
Estate changeover day is Friday.
