United Kingdom
A trout, pike and coarse fishery, Esthwaite Water is a completely natural lake with stocked with Rainbow Trout. At over 280 acres you can find a quiet spot even during peak seaon. The Pike fishing season lasts all winter and the largest caught was 38lb!
Near Ambleside/Hawkshead LA22 0QF
Beautiful spot with great walks on the east around Place Fell. Take a trip on the Ullswater Steamers to get a good sense of the lake and, if you're feeling adventurous, head up Hevellyn from Patterdale or Glenridding.
www.escape2cumbria.com/ullswater.html
www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk/
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