Fishing at Ditchling Common Country Park
Permits
Fishing at Ditchling Common requires a valid permit.
- Current permits are valid from July 2025 until end of June 2026.
- Applications for new permits are currently closed.
- Permits are limited to 50 per year and issued on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fishing rules
- Please read the full Rules of Fishing [154.3 KB] [pdf]
Fishing areas and access
- Permit holders may fish day and night in two ponds on the Common.
- There is no closed season for fishing.
- Both ponds were surveyed by the Environment Agency in 1999, confirming a good variety and range of fish ages.
- Some disturbance from other visitors especially around the main pond is inevitable during busy periods, such as summer weekends and school holidays.
- An easy access path is available, providing access to fishing spots.
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and enjoyable fishing environment at Ditchling Common!
Contact us
If you have any questions please contact the Countryside Management Team .
