Three lakes are open for fishing at Welbeck, the Great Lake, Carburton Forge and Carburton Dam, offering members up to 80 acres of fishing. The lakes and areas surrounding them have been designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest by Natural England and provide a fantastic habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, particularly birds. The lakes are located along the Carburton Road which can be accessed from the A616 via Cuckney and the B6034 via Carburton. Fishing along the three Welbeck lakes is permitted in designated areas, with separate car parking areas for each lake.

The Fishery’s main car park is located at the Great Lake and can be accessed through Milnthorpe Gate, also known as Fisherman’s Gate. There are smaller parking areas for Carburton Forge and Carburton Dam located along the Carburton road.

The following species of fish can be found in the lakes at Welbeck: pike, eel, bream, roach, perch, tench, carp and cyprinids. Pike up to 40lbs and carp up to 30lbs have been caught in the lakes at Welbeck.