The River Ouse- Lavendon Mill

This Fishery is situated above and below the now defunct Lavendon Mill which is now used as a Farmhouse on the left hand side of the river between Olney and Turvey.

The Upstream section is from the brook Inlet through the next four fields to the spinney fence upstream of the weir. This section is very wide, deep and slow flowing during the summer, with increased flow after heavy rainfall in the winter months.

The Downstream section runs from the downstream boundary of the orchard and extends 3 fields via 2 footbridges to the dry ditch. This stretch is not for the faint hearted as the banks are very steep thanks to drainage engineers! Waders are recommended to be able to fish some swims.

The Downstream section below the weir that replaced the original mill is shallower with an average depth of 4', is weedy and has a good flow most of the year and has produced some excellent specimens in recent years.

Double Figure Barbel, Carp and Pike have been caught from the downstream section which also produces bags of quality Roach when conditions are right. The slower upstream section holds large Bream, Carp and Tench as well as the Roach and Perch associated with the river in this area. There have also been reports of Barbel above the weir.

Members may not fish from the Lawn above the weir or the Lawn and Orchard below the weir (approx 1/4 of a mile)

No Day Tickets are available but a Guest Ticket can be obtained from the Fisheries Officer.

Night Fishing is permitted click here for more details

To see more pictures of Lavendon Mill click here to visit our Photo Gallery

Click Here to see an aerial view of the Upstream Section on Google Maps

Click Here to see an aerial view of the Downstream Section on Google Maps

Getting There

The fishery is alongside the B565 Olney to Cold Brayfield road. If approaching from Olney, look for the red brick and rail bridge across the brook followed by the ramped access to the parking area on the right. Access to the field is via the adjacent wicket gate, look for the Club's sign and make sure the gate is secure to prevent sheep escaping!.

Street Map of Location (UPSTREAM)

Street Map of Location (DOWNSTREAM)

If fishing the downstream section park on the grass opposite the Dutch Barn at the entrance to the farm. Please contact Dave Edwards or Ken Scott if there is any confusion regarding the parking arrangements.

Bailiff: Vince Paul

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