The deepest tarn in Lakeland. For students of physical geography, a text book example of its kind. Blea Water lies close to the head of Haweswater under the vast bulk of High Street. Dark water and the beetling crags of the corrie headwall create an imposing and dramatic amphitheatre and the place has an eerie quality at times.

All around the tarn the water drops away very quickly leaving little in the way of food rich shallows. Perhaps as a consequence Blea Water trout tend to be rather lean and hungry but do come readily to the fly. Three quarters of a pound is a specimen for this water although you will be unlikely to catch a more beautiful fish. This is one of those waters fished as much for the atmosphere as the sport – a great experience whatever you catch.

NB. The high tarns of Lakeland are wonderful places to visit and a privilege to fish. Their trout populations are unique and vulnerable. Nearly all of those you catch will be small fish – please treat them kindly and put them back.