Last Updated: 31/01/26
Hawkhurst Fish Farm Fishery
Hawkhurst Fish Farm Fishery is a large fishery sculptured into tranquil Kent countryside settings. Hawkhurst Fish Farm
also known as Hawkhurst Fishery is a seven lake fishery. The complex contains a match lake, three junior
ponds and three lakes with large specimen fish.
The waters between them hold big Mirror Carp to 40lb+, Common Carp to 40lb+, Grass Carp to 22lb, Catfish to
110lb+, Tench to 9lb+, Roach, Rudd, Perch and the odd eel to 6lb. The Specimen Lake also boasts two rare BIG Blue Carp
which when introduced were 65lb and 74lb.
This scenic complex contains picturesque features such as gardens and a waterfall as well as supporting a
host of wildlife such as Ducks, Swans, Swifts, Swallows, Kingfishers and lots more. The lakes have a number
of oxygenating springs pumping flumes of bubbles from the bottom to the surface. These pumps create mini
jacuzzis which the fish seem to be attracted to. The complex is based around a large cafe that overlooks
the Main Lake.
Hawkhurst Fish Farm has a large fishing tackle shop on site.
Apart from the Specimen Lake, the water is closed from mid-December to mid-Febuary.
Fish
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| Mirror Carp: 40lb+ | Common Carp: 40lb+ | Grass Carp: 22lb+ | Ghost Carp: 7lb+ | Blue Carp: 74lb+ |
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| Catfish: 110lb | Tench: 9lb+ | Roach: 2lb | Rudd: 2lb | Perch: 3lb+ |
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| Eels: 1lb+ | ||||
Prices
| Main Lake & Dove Lake Prices | |||
| Adults | OAP (65+) | Children (under 16) | |
| Day: | £25 | £25 | £20 |
| 24Hr: | £40 | £40 | £35 |
| Four Trees Lake Prices | |||
| Day: | £25 | £25 | £25 |
| 24Hr: | £40 | £40 | £40 |
| Quarry Lake Prices | |||
| Day: | £20 | £20 | £20 |
| Match Lake Prices | |||
| Day: | £15 | £15 | £15 |
| Junior Lake Prices | |||
| Day: | £12 | £12 | £10 |
| Specimen Lake Prices (Members Only) | |||
| Day: | £30 | £30 | £30 |
| 24Hr: | £50 | £50 | £50 |
*Gates open: 7am-7pm
*Equipment available to hire on the Junior Lake
*The prices / info shown here may be incorrect / out of date, the fishery owner overrules this info
Facilities
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Cafe |
Disabled Fishing |
Night Fishing |
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Showers |
Toilets |
Tackle Shop |
Main Lake (Carp and Catfish Specimen Lake)
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| Mirror Carp: 39lb+ | Common Carp: 41lb+ | Grass Carp: 22lb+ | Ghost Carp: 6lb+ | |
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| Catfish: 110lb | Tench: 8lb | Roach: 1lb | Rudd: 1lb | |
Features: Oxygenating Springs, Reeds, Overhanging Trees and Bushes, Islands, Bridges
Lake Size: 4 acres
Lake Depth: 6ft maximum (5ft average)
Swims: 12
Main Lake, the second lake you will see once on the complex, is the largest lake at the fishery, totaling 4 acres. The lake is overlooked by a large waterside cafe. The lake is packed with features including overhanging trees and bushes, islands, bridges, oxygenating bubble springs and reeds in the margins.
Dove Lake
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| Mirror Carp: 36lb+ | Common Carp: 36lb+ | Grass Carp: 22lb+ | ||
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| Tench: 9lb+ | Roach: 8oz | Rudd: 8oz | ||
Features: Oxygenating Springs, Reeds, Overhanging Trees and Bushes, Islands, Bridges
Lake Size: 1 1/2 acres
Lake Depth: 6ft
Swims: 6
Dove Lake is a square shaped 1 1/2 acre lake. The lake is surrounded by trees, shrubbery and patches of reeds. The lake has two islands and a number of oxgenating bubble springs.
Match Lake
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| Mirror Carp: 5lb | Common Carp: 5lb | Roach: 1lb 12oz | Rudd: 1lb 8oz | Perch: 8oz |
Features: Oxygenating Springs
Lake Size: 1 acre
Lake Depth: 11 ft
Swims: Max. anglers 20
Match Lake is the first water that you will see as you enter the complex, located next to Main Lake and
the cafe / main building. This 1 acre man-made rectangle shaped lake contains 20 swims.
The bottom of the lake is basin shaped, starting at a few feet at the edges, dropping to 11 feet in the
centre. The lake has a number of oxygenating springs.
Match bookings and corporate events are available on this lake.
Junior Lakes
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| Mirror Carp: 10lb | Common Carp: 10lb | Tench: 3lb | ||
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| Roach: 1lb 8oz | Rudd: 1lb 8oz | Perch: 2lb+ | ||
There are three junior rectangle shaped ponds situated behind the bailiffs office and flower shop; located just below the Specimen Lake. The ponds between them total approximately 1/4 acre in size. The ponds contain a number of oxygenating bubble springs that the fish are attracted to.
Specimen Lake (Members Only)
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| Mirror Carp: 40lb+ | Common Carp: 40lb+ | Grass Carp: 22lb+ | Blue Carp: 74lb+ | |
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| Catfish: 55lb | Tench: 5lb | Roach: 2lb | Rudd: 2lb | |
Features: Oxygenating Springs, Lilies, Reeds, Overhanging Trees and Bushes, Island
Lake Size: 3 1/2 acres
Lake Depth: 6-12ft
Swims: 6 (Max. anglers 4)
Specimen Lake, the furthest lake on the complex from the entrance offers a sense of seclusion from the
rest of the fishery as well as offering a much more wild, natural looking environment. This 3 1/2 acre
lake is packed with features including patches of lily pads, overhanging trees and bushes, patches of
reeds in the margins, an island and oxygenating bubble springs.
This is a member's only lake. Membership application forms are available by contacting the office.
Contact Details
Telephone: 01580 854702
Email: info@hawkhurstfishfarm.co.uk
Website: https://hawkhurstfishfarm.co.uk
Directions
Address: Hawkhurst Fish Farm, Hastings Road, Hawkhurst, Kent, TN18 4RT
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The details on this website are given in good faith, the information shouldn't be fully relied upon as it is constantly evolving, there is scope for error and information can become out-of-date, please confirm any details with the fishery or club.