Valehouse Reservoir near Hollingworth: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Set in Derbyshire, England, this is Valehouse Reservoir. Land around it is open valley. It measures about 60 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Derbyshire. Nearest town is Hollingworth, 2.1 miles off. The big place round here is Oldham, 8.1 miles distant. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Valehouse Reservoir

  Open data we checked carries no depth for this water. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Public occurrence data for Derbyshire names brown trout, rainbow trout, chub, European grayling and perch. County records show what lives in the area; the local agency holds the water-by-water list. The shape of Valehouse Reservoir decides where the fish sit.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages here run 15°C at the top of summer and 3°C at the bottom of winter. Fishing continues through most of the calendar, with quiet spells rather than closures. It is not guaranteed from one year to the next. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Valehouse Reservoir.

• Tackle & Baits

  No access rule appears in what we hold. Parking within half a mile means no long carry with tackle. For the trout, small spinners and a box of nymphs cover both approaches. Read any posted signs at the access point rather than assuming. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. If the gate is shut, Bottoms Reservoir at 0.8 miles is the nearest alternative. Check the position at Valehouse Reservoir before loading the car.