Fishing Lodges in Shropshire

Shropshire fishing breaks offer luxury lodges close to private lakes where you can test your mettle with carp, pike and well-established coarse fish.

The River Severn (Britain’s longest waterway at 220 miles) flows through Shropshire’s historic market towns such as Shrewsbury and offers exceptional fishing with depths ranging from 3 to 20 feet. Catch everything from barbel to chub as well as roach, dace and pike.

Shropshire’s hot tub lodges mix comfort with top fishing spots and many have their own fishing pegs plus places to store your tackle. It’s great being able to walk straight to the water and cast your line!

The hot tubs make these trips really relaxing – chilling out in the evening while watching the lake. Anyone who doesn’t fish will still have plenty to enjoy too. Here are some of the best lodges we’ve found that you might want to look at.

Wigmore Lakes Lodges in Wattleborough, Near Shrewsbury

Wigmore Lakes Lodges sit beside two fishing lakes in peaceful Shropshire countryside

Wigmore Lakes Lodges stands out as a peaceful fishing retreat surrounded by the beautiful Shropshire countryside. The site has two delightful fishing lakes, so you can be at the water within minutes of unpacking. The lodges sleep up to 6 guests, come with their own hot tubs and welcome pets, making them a good base for small fishing groups or families.

What sets this location apart is having lakes and lovely walks right outside your door, so anyone who doesn’t fish can still enjoy the setting. The medieval town of Shrewsbury is close by, with its timber-framed buildings and a great selection of restaurants and shops for an evening out or picking up supplies.

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Gadlas Park Holiday Cabins in Ellesmere

Gadlas Park offers dedicated carp fishing with private pegs for each lodge

Gadlas Park represents the perfect fusion of luxury accommodation and serious fishing facilities. Each lodge sits directly beside a well-stocked carp fishing lake, with private fishing pegs included for guests. Daily fishing permits cost £20, providing access to quality carp fishing in peaceful surroundings just 1.9 miles from Ellesmere town centre.

The lodges sleep up to 6 guests and feature contemporary interiors with all modern conveniences. Every cabin includes its own hot tub positioned on the verandah, creating the ideal spot to unwind after hours by the water. The lakeside setting attracts abundant wildlife, making early morning and evening sessions particularly rewarding.

Ellesmere itself offers superb fishing on the famous Mere, plus excellent tackle shops, restaurants and a Tesco Superstore for supplies. The location provides easy access to Chester (28 miles) and Snowdonia National Park (41 miles) for non-fishing activities.

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Beaconsfield Park in Shrewsbury

Beaconsfield Park provides romantic adults-only retreats just outside historic Shrewsbury

Beaconsfield Park offers an intimate break for couples at an award-winning, adults-only park. The accommodation here sleeps 2 guests and welcomes pets, making it perfect for peaceful fishing breaks with your four-legged companion. Each stay comes with a private hot tub, set in the picturesque Shropshire countryside.

The park sits just 1½ miles from historic Shrewsbury, where the River Severn loops around the town and gives access to some of England’s finest coarse fishing waters. Shrewsbury itself has its castle, museums and independent shops to explore between sessions.

The location suits those wanting to combine fishing with exploring Shropshire’s heritage and a luxurious retreat away from it all, with the rest of the county’s rivers, canals and lakes within easy reach.

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Henlle Hall Woodland Lodges in Henlle, Near Oswestry

Henlle Hall Woodland Lodges sit within 17 acres of parkland near Oswestry

Henlle Hall Woodland Lodges deliver luxury fishing accommodation in 17 acres of stunning parkland in the grounds of Henlle Hall, a Grade II listed Georgian country house. These beautifully converted lodges sleep up to 8 guests and welcome pets, creating a perfect base for fishing groups.

Each lodge has its own outdoor hot tub, the ideal spot to unwind after successful fishing sessions, and the setting on the borders of England and Wales makes it ideal for fishing families who want plenty to explore.

Located near the historic market town of Oswestry, guests have access to shopping, markets and dining options. The area provides numerous fishing opportunities including day ticket waters and club fishing on local rivers and canals. The nearby Shropshire Union Canal offers excellent mixed coarse fishing, whilst private lakes in the area hold carp.

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Hampton Lodge in Ellesmere, Shropshire

Hampton Lodge offers contemporary fishing luxury on a quiet country estate

Hampton Lodge provides 5-star rated fishing accommodation on a quiet country estate near Ellesmere. This luxury two-storey timber cabin sleeps 8 guests, perfect for fishing groups. Its stunning six-metre vaulted ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows flood the lodge with light.

The south-facing terrace offers the perfect spot, alongside the hot tub, to discuss the day’s fishing – ideal for fishing holidays with friends or family.

Local fishing opportunities include Ellesmere’s meres and the nearby Shropshire Union Canal system, plus numerous day ticket waters within easy driving distance.

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Shropshire’s Fishing Opportunities

Shropshire ranks among England’s finest fishing counties, with the River Severn and its tributaries providing world-class barbel, salmon and trout fishing. The famous River Teme holds such significance that its entire length enjoys Site of Special Scientific Interest status from English Nature.

The county offers excellent coarse fishing opportunities ranging from the Shropshire Union Canal system to private estate lakes and commercial fisheries. Many venues stock carp to specimen size, whilst the canal network provides consistent mixed fishing for roach, perch and pike. The Shropshire Anglers Federation manages numerous day ticket waters throughout the county.

Fishing licences and permits are essential for all angling in Shropshire. An Environment Agency Rod Licence covers legal fishing requirements, whilst individual venues require separate day tickets or permits. Most coarse fisheries remain open year-round, though rivers observe the traditional close season from 15 March to 15 June.

These fishing lodges provide the perfect base for exploring Shropshire’s waters, combining luxury accommodation with convenient access to some of England’s most productive fishing venues. Whether targeting specimen carp in private lakes or exploring the historic River Severn system, these lodges deliver everything modern anglers need for memorable fishing holidays.