There are a number of public coarse fishing waters in Wirral.
An ‘Environment Agency Rod Licence’ will be required to fish the venues listed below and can be purchased online on the Environment Agency website or at a Post Office.
Buy an Environment Agency Rod Licence online
Due to the hazards of lakes and ponds, junior anglers should be accompanied by an adult.
Find coarse fishing venues in Wirral
Birkenhead Park
A separate angling permit is required alongside the Environment Agency Rod Licence to fish the lakes in Birkenhead Park. Day ticket or annual memberships can be purchased from the Visitor Centre or bailiff at the lakes.
Permit prices
| Day ticket | 12 month permit | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £3.50 | £25.00 |
| Disabled and over 65s | £2.50 | £15.00 |
| 16 years and under | £2.50 | £14.00 |
Angling at Wallasey Central Park and Captain’s Pit
Wallasey Community Anglers work in partnership with Wirral Parks and Countryside team to manage and maintain the fisheries at Central Park and The Captain's Pit.
Any money from memberships, donations and fund raising is used to ensure the future of both ponds.
Membership
| 12 month membership | |
|---|---|
| Adult | £10 |
| Concession (over 65 or in receipt of Universal Credit or disability benefits) | £5 |
|
12 to 16 year olds Under 12s can fish for free providing they are accompanied by a paying responsible adult |
£5 |
All memberships last for 12 months from the day of purchase.
These memberships can be purchased at:
Pets Paradise
235 Seaview Road
Wallasey
CH45 4PD
Shack Bait and Tackle
334 Leasowe Road
Leasowe
CH46 2RH