Portsmouth Reservoir

Situated in a stunning area of the Pennines between Todmorden and Burnley, Portsmouth Reservoir is a fantastic place to fish when the weather is good.

This site has been leased since the 1980’s-but vast improvements have been made since we aquired the fishing rights.
An access pathway has been made and the ‘diving stage’ has been removed. The leak has also been repaired.

Although it can get very windy don’t let that put you off as Portsmouth is an excellent fishery with very hard fighting fish. Two large floating islands exist to provide refuge from predatory birds. The disabled car park right next to the dam wall was completed in 2006 and work done to install a path along both banks for easy access. A further 3 pegs where added and the disabled carpark extended in 2016.

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What size is Portsmouth?

Portsmouth Reservoir is approximately 1.9 acres with 22 permanent pegs.

What type of fishery?

Portsmouth is a mixed fishery with species including:
Carp, Tench, Perch, Roach, Gudgeon, Rudd, Ide and Barbel

Is night fishing allowed?

Night fishing is NOT allowed on this water.

Where is Portsmouth Reservoir?

Just off Burnley Road about half a mile past The Roebuck pub when travelling from Todmorden. OL14 8QE

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Any other Rules?

Strictly senior members only – juniors members can fish if accompanied by a senior member.
Membership card MUST be carried and include member’s photograph.
NO KEEPNETS
NO LITTERING

Can I get a day ticket?

Day tickets are NOT available for this water. It is reserved for members only.

Parking and access?

Main car park is located just before railway bridge. A smaller car park is available directly next to the water with easy access for disabled and Senior Citizen members only.  Do not block roadways.

Important Information!

Nobody must climb over the wall or fences anywhere around the reservoir. Anglers must not turn left after going over the railway bridge in order to unload fishing tackle over the fence. This blocks the access to the farm. The only access to this water for anglers and tackle is through the car park. Anybody found doing any of the above will have their membership suspended.