Wigmore Lakes, Wattleborough, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Wattleborough · halfway between Shrewsbury and Welshpool
Hot Tub Fishing Lodges on Two Shropshire Lakes
Lodges with outdoor hot tubs looking over two fishing lakes and towards the Shropshire Hills, on a 25 acre site at Wattleborough between Shrewsbury and Welshpool. There is also touring caravan and camping space.
Hot tub lodges above a well kept match and carp fishery on the Welsh border. Wigmore Lakes has run as a fishery since 1997 on two former clay pits, one mostly carp and one a mixed match water, looked after by an on-site warden who is a keen match angler himself. The lodges have outdoor hot tubs and views over Duck Lake or the Shropshire Hills. Fishing is charged on top, so it suits couples and small groups wanting comfort with a pleasure or match session.
We have stayed here. Read the full review of this venue, written after a paid stay: Wigmore Lakes Lodges: Hot Tubs & Coarse Fishing.
Good for
- Couples wanting a hot tub and a rod
- Match and pleasure anglers
- A base between Shrewsbury and Welshpool
Think twice if
- You expect fishing included: listings say charges apply
- You need rules and prices in advance: check with the warden first
Call the warden before you fish
The fishery warden, Bob, is on 07790 637013 and can advise on which lake to fish and the current rules.
What a Stay at Wigmore Lakes Is Like
Wigmore Lakes is at Wattleborough, about halfway between Shrewsbury and Welshpool on the Welsh and English border, across 25 acres with views to the South Shropshire hills.
The lodges have outdoor hot tubs and look over either Duck Lake or the Shropshire Hills. Oxmoor Lodge sleeps four in two bedrooms, and pets are allowed in selected lodges, two per lodge. There is also half an acre of camping space and touring caravan pitches.
Both lakes were originally clay pits that supplied local brickmakers, and the fishery was developed in 1997. One lake is mostly carp and the other holds a mixed stock including tench, roach and bream and is often used for matches. Both have ample parking and easy access.
Written from the venue’s published details. We have not stayed here ourselves.
The Fishing at Wigmore Lakes
Two former clay pits, one mainly carp and one a mixed match lake, run by an on-site warden since 1997.
Tickets, times and rules
| Charges | Fishing charges apply, per Hoseasons |
| Rules and prices | Not confirmed; ask the warden |
| Warden | Bob, 07790 637013 |
The Lodges
Hot tub lodges plus touring and camping pitches.
Questions About Wigmore Lakes
What fish are at Wigmore Lakes?
Carp, tench, roach, bream and other silverfish. One lake is mostly carp and the other is mixed and often used for matches.
Source: Wigmore Lakes lodge listings
Do the lodges have hot tubs?
Yes, the lodges have outdoor hot tubs.
Source: wigmorelakes.co.uk and Hoseasons
Are pets allowed?
Two pets are allowed in selected lodges.
Source: wigmorelakes.co.uk, Oxmoor Lodge
Is fishing included?
Hoseasons lists fishing on site with charges applying.
Source: Hoseasons
Getting There
Wattleborough, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, halfway between Shrewsbury and Welshpool.
Open in Google Maps · Phone 01743 885124
Mobile 07870 645471. Fishery warden 07790 637013.
