Fishing at Torside Reservoir, Derbyshire, England

• Overview

  Torside Reservoir stands in Derbyshire, England. The sea is 34 miles distant. With some 154 acres of water, there is room for a boat but no need of one. You are looking at roughly 3.2 miles of shoreline, with plenty of water between access points. It sits higher than most water we list in England. Head to Glossop, 3.4 miles away, for anything you forgot. For a city, Oldham is 9.9 miles off. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Torside Reservoir

  Our records carry no depth, so judge it from the bank. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Held water runs deepest at the wall and shallows back to the inflow. Derbyshire records list brown trout, rainbow trout, chub, European grayling and perch among the fish reported. The list covers the county rather than this water alone, so treat it as a guide. On Torside Reservoir the first feature you find is usually worth a session.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages move between 2°C in February and 14°C in July. Seasons here are moderate, and the fishing runs most of the year. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. Autumn steadies things again once the heat lets go. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Torside Reservoir.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. A boat ramp sits about 80 yards from the water. There is recorded parking some 140 yards off. Facilities include toilets around half a mile from here. Parking is often the real limit rather than the bank itself. Where tickets apply, they are sold in the nearest town rather than on the bank. Failing this one, try Valehouse Reservoir, 2 miles away. Where Torside Reservoir is concerned, a local answer beats a written one.