Spring Hill Trout Waters
Pembury, West Kent
Spring Hill Trout Waters is a fly fishery in a wooded valley between Pembury and Matfield, with three spring-fed lakes stocked with rainbow and brown trout. It suits both experienced fly anglers and beginners, who can book tuition with the owner or one of the visiting game angling instructors.
Highlights
- Three clear spring-fed waters, two of them stocked only with brown trout
- Fly fishing tuition for all levels, plus summer coarse fishing lessons for families
- Rod hire, tackle and hot drinks from the lodge
- Smoked fish and other smoked produce for sale through the year
Good to know
- Fly fishing only, and every visit must be booked in advance by phone on 01892 826041
- No dogs; well-behaved, supervised children and non-fishing companions are welcome
- No food is sold, so bring your own
- An annual competition is held in November and is open to all
Getting there
Spring Hill Trout Waters, Albans Farm, Romford Road, Pembury, TN2 4BBParking: Car park on site. The website warns that sat navs may not find it from the postcode; follow the Albans Farm signs from Foxhole Lane and pay at the main car park before fishing.
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