Horsey Mere is a large Norfolk Broad offering classic English broad fishing across 64 hectares of open water, renowned for its natural setting and good head of coarse fish. The water provides excellent sport for bream, roach and pike anglers, with a mix of shallow margins and deeper channels creating varied fishing opportunities. This scenic venue offers a peaceful, traditional broad-fishing experience in the heart of Norfolk's Broads National Park.
The close season on Horsey Mere runs 15 March – 15 June. Effective methods include Float, Feeder, Lure, Waggler.
Horsey Mere holds bream, roach, rudd, perch, pike, ruffe. Pike are well-established in this water — lure and deadbait tactics both produce results in cooler months.
A valid Environment Agency rod licence is required to fish Horsey Mere. Additional permits or club membership may be needed — see the access information above.
Recommended methods for Horsey Mere include Float, Feeder, Lure, Waggler. The most effective approach will depend on conditions, season and target species.
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A valid Environment Agency rod licence is required to fish Horsey Mere — buy yours at gov.uk.
Located in Norfolk, Horsey Mere is a substantial UK stillwater with bream, roach, rudd, perch, pike and ruffe fishing. Check weather and conditions before your visit and always pack out your litter.