Rishton Reservoirs

Rishton Reservoirs consists of two totally different waters, which are joined together by an outlet pipe that goes under the railway embankment separating the two waters.

Big Rishton: the bigger of the two waters is a large expanse of water open to the elements, which obviously governs the method of angling. It may be fished from three sides, but the longest side consists of large sloping stones typical of a reservoirs construction. The water is also used by Rishton Sailing Club, and the area in front of the Clubhouse cannot be fished.

Little Rishton: the more sheltered of the two, is unfortunately liable to low water level, and sometimes can be nearly dry. This is caused by the Water Authorities draining water from Big Rishton. Pegs have been built on the entrance side. No fishing is allowed from the field.

Species: Carp, Pike, Bream, Roach, Perch, Eels.

Method: Mainly float with bread, maggot, worm or corn. Ledger with boillie, worm, or meat

Getting Here

For Big Rishton travel along the A678, from Rishton, towards Blackburn. When the houses on the right finish take the right turn down Cut Lane, lockable car park 500 yards on left.
Little Rishton is on the right 300 yards past the Cut Lane turning. Park on the roadside.

Post Code: BB1 4BQ
Grid Reference: SD71495 30044 (Big) and SD71441 29596 (Little)