How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Barnsley, United Kingdom ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar bite times, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar bite times and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Barnsley in South Yorkshire offers a mix of canal, river and commercial stillwater fishing, perfectly placed between the Dearne Valley and classic northern match venues. Anglers target carp, bream, roach and perch on busy day-ticket commercials, while the River Dearne and local canals give opportunities for mixed coarse fishing and winter silverfish sport. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:363,923 kmProximity:98.1 %
Moon Phases for Barnsley
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minor Time:03:08 pm - 05:08 pm
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minor Time:09:21 pm - 11:21 pm
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Barnsley
Barnsley sits in prime coarse fishing country, with a dense network of commercial fisheries, the River Dearne and the local canal system all within easy reach. The area is dominated by carp and F1s on day-ticket ponds, backed up by reliable bags of roach, skimmers and perch on natural venues, giving year-round options whatever the weather or your preferred style.
Commercial stillwaters around Barnsley typically feature multiple man-made ponds with well-spaced pegs, platforms and plenty of stock. Most hold F1 carp to around 4–5lb, bigger commons and mirrors into double figures, plus silverfish such as roach, skimmers, ide and the odd tench or crucian. In warmer months, carp and F1s dominate catches; through late autumn and winter, the focus swings towards silverfish on lighter tackle.
From late spring through early autumn, carp tactics drive match and pleasure results. On commercials, target the 5–13m line with a pole and pellets, using 4–6mm feed and slightly larger hook baits. In warm conditions, shallow fishing is crucial: slapping or tapping a soft pellet shallow, or mugging cruising carp with a pellet or corn, often out-fishes everything else. On hot, flat days, switch to pellet waggler or method feeder to any far-bank features, island shelves or aerators, feeding little but often to keep fish competing.
Margin fishing comes into its own in the evenings and on overcast days. Focus on the last top kit down each side, especially where there’s a bit of depth and cover. Groundbait and micros or loose-fed corn and 8mm pellets work well. Use strong elastics and 0.16–0.20mm hooklengths to bully carp away from platforms and bank-side snags, as commercials near Barnsley are often heavily stocked and fish fight hard.
In autumn and winter, downsize on commercials and natural waters. F1 carp and skimmers feed reliably when cold, but demand finer presentations. Fish 0.08–0.12mm hooklengths, size 18–20 hooks and small 2–4mm expanders or single maggot. A delicate pole rig over a tiny bed of micros or groundbait can produce steady bites. When temperatures really drop, switch to pinkie or single maggot on canal and river pegs, feeding just a pinch every few minutes to avoid overfeeding.
The River Dearne and nearby canals provide a different challenge, with roach, perch, skimmers, chub and occasional barbel. Target deeper, steadier glides on the Dearne with stick float or waggler, loose-feeding maggots and hemp. On canals, a simple pole approach at 11–13m down the track works, with a second line across or down the far shelf. Groundbait for skimmers, light loose feed for roach, and chopped worm with casters for perch and better stamp fish are all dependable Barnsley-area patterns.
Across the Barnsley district, success comes from tailoring your approach to each venue’s stock levels and pressure. Keep rigs simple, feed accurately and adjust shotting, hook size and bait quantity with the conditions. By rotating between commercials for carp and F1s and the Dearne or canals for silverfish, you can find consistent, varied sport throughout the year.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Barnsley area
Wharf's or Jetties are good places to wet a line and meet other fishermen. They often produce a fresh feed of fish and are also great to catch bait fish. As they are often well lit, they also provide a good opportunity for night fishing. There are 1 wharf(s) in this area.
River Wharfe - 40.61072272848km
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 1 main harbours in this area.
River Alport - 25.99000564796km
We found a total of 35 potential fishing spots nearby Barnsley. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Little Don River - 10.79746095009km , Ewden Beck - 11.97665988743km , Calder Island - 12.75139994768km , Stennard Island - 13.97547365358km , River Rother - 15.11818787948km , Don Island - 16.00354247411km , River Loxley - 16.694278815km , River Rivelin - 16.73093156275km , River Dearne - 18.53974252765km , River Sheaf - 18.58251069314km , River Westend - 22.85312703829km , Willow Island - 23.65416845267km , River Ashop - 25.62304399016km , River Alport - 25.99000564796km , Beal Island - 27.30443257505km , River Noe - 28.08536351079km , Barlow Brook - 31.70773963999km , Meanwood Beck - 32.21889545366km , Old Mill Beck - 33.20647189348km , River Hipper - 35.39998243677km , River Washburn - 40.47860189006km , River Wharfe - 40.61072272848km , Hebden Water - 40.75006763336km , Hollingworth Lake - 41.50979808446km , River Wye - 41.76199525116km , River Aire - 42.87737480706km , River Don - 44.46101011145km , Howden Dyke Island - 45.45584562813km , River Idle - 45.61723786591km , Fish Pond - 46.14274081323km , River Goyt - 46.67818128027km , Beanlands Island - 47.44290642244km , River Maun - 48.71532803414km , Hawksworth Island - 48.76833527171km , Alfreton Brook - 49.63786483426km
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