Messingham Sands

Messingham Sands

Location: - Messingham, DN17 3SN

Location & Access

Town, postcode: Messingham, North Lincolnshire, DN17 3SN

Parking notes: On-site parking is available, with most lakes involving short walks from parking areas.

Access considerations: The venue is generally flat and well maintained, though some lakes require walking between pegs. Wet weather can affect ground conditions in places.

Facilities

Toilets: On-site toilet facilities available.

Café / shop: On-site café and tackle shop providing refreshments, bait and fishing essentials.

Platforms / pegs: Purpose-built pegs across the lakes, with a mix of open banks and platforms depending on the water.

Disabled access: Some areas are more accessible than others; anglers with specific needs should check with the venue before visiting.

Rules & Bait Limits

Messingham Sands operates standard coarse fishery rules covering baits, methods and fish care. Restrictions may vary by lake or event, so anglers should always confirm current rules on arrival or via the tackle shop.

Useful Links

Website: https://www.messinghamsands.co.uk/
Facebook: Messingham Sands Lakes (for updates, match bookings and notices)

🎣 Lakes at Messingham Sands

Messingham Sands is made up of several named lakes, each with a distinct character and pace. While stocking is broadly commercial in nature, how each lake fishes can differ significantly.

Lakes

Oak Tree

A well-established lake with a traditional layout, offering a balanced mix of open water and defined lines., Depths vary around the lake, from 2' in the margins to 8' in the middle.

Species present
Carp, F1's, Crucians, Bream, Roach, Tench, Perch, Ide
Methods
Pole, Pellet Waggler, Method Feeder, Bomb and Pellet
Notes
How it usually fishes: Pole and feeder tactics are commonly used, with steady feeding and line management often proving effective.
Seasonal notes: Can fish consistently through much of the year, though pressure influences how quickly fish respond.

Island Lake

A feature-led lake defined by its central island, which shapes how many pegs are approached. Every peg is somewhat different and offers anglers a wide variety of tactics to consider. Depth vary from 2' in the margins to about 8' in the middle.

Species present
Carp, F1's Crucians, Bream, Roach, Tench, Perch, Ide, Chub
Methods
Pole, Pellet Waggler, Method Feeder, Bomb and Pellet
Notes
How it usually fishes: Pole fishing to features is common, with accuracy to the island edges often more important than outright distance.
Seasonal notes: Features tend to hold fish for longer in warmer conditions; colder months often see fish drift into open water.

Swan Pond

Match Only. Swan Pond has plenty of water for the match angler to work with, including underwater features that create holding places for the fish. Depth goes to 14', so the fish can take some finding.

Species present
Carp, F1's Crucians, Bream, Roach, Tench, Perch, Ide, Chub
Methods
Pole, Pellet Waggler, Method Feeder, Bomb and Pellet
Notes
How it usually fishes: Short to mid-range pole lines are popular, with controlled feeding key to keeping bites coming.
Seasonal notes: Sensitive to weather changes; subtle presentation usually outperforms heavy feeding.

Tripp Lake

A larger, more open, match only, water that allows anglers to fish a range of distances and methods. Situated within a secluded woodland area to the north of Messingham, this is a float only match lake. Depths vary around the lake, from 5' down to 12' in the bowl.

Species present
Carp, F1's Crucians, Bream, Roach, Tench, Perch, Ide, Rudd, Gudgeon
Methods
Float Only
Notes
How it usually fishes: Rod, and Pole, approaches both feature, with finding the right line often more important than bait choice.
Seasonal notes: Can fish steadily year-round, though wind direction and pressure play a noticeable role.

Hollywood Strip

A long, narrower, match only, water that rewards straight-ahead fishing and tidy presentation. This is the original lake built on the Hollywood Lakes complex and is very similar to a stretch of river or a canal, Approximately 450m long and 30m wide, with an average depth of around 10'.

Species present
Carp, F1's Crucians, Bream, Roach, Tench, Perch, Ide
Methods
Pellet Waggler, Method Feeder, Bomb and Pellet, Long Pole, Short Pole
Notes
How it usually fishes: Pole fishing dominates, particularly on consistent lines that can be fed and rested.
Seasonal notes: Often responds best to patient approaches, especially during colder periods.

Hollywood Bowl

A more open companion water to the Strip, this match only lake has greater space between pegs and a slightly different pace.

Species present
Carp, F1’s, Bronze / Silver Bream, Crucian Carp, Ide, Tench, Chub, Perch
Methods
Pellet Waggler, Method Feeder, Bomb and Pellet, Long Pole, Short Pole
Notes
How it usually fishes: Pole and feeder methods are both viable, with anglers benefiting from keeping plans simple and repeatable.
Seasonal notes: In warmer months the lake can be built steadily; winter fishing tends to be more spell-based.

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Venue at a Glance
Location:
Messingham, DN17 3SN
Info last checked: 17 Jul 2025
Lakes
Methods
Pole, Pellet Waggler, Method Feeder, Bomb and Pellet
Facilities
Cafe, Toilets, Bait and Tackle Shop