FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Lakes/Fishing FAQ

• Do I need a fishing license?

  Yes you will need to have a fishing license to fish at Legge Farm; you can buy one here

• Can I use barbed hooks?

  No, you can only use barbless hooks.

• Is there somewhere local to buy bait?

   You can purchase baits from: Tarka Outdoor Pursuits, Great Torrington, 01805 625832 Homeleigh Garden Centre, Launceston, 01566 773147

• Can I use plastic or artificial baits?

  No, you cannot use plastic/artificial baits.

• I am under 14 can I fish?

  Yes juniors are welcome to fish but must be accompanied by an adult.

• Where can I find ticket prices and the conditions of fishing?

  Conditions of fishing and prices can be found on our tickets page

Cottages FAQ

• Is bed linen included in the cottage?

  Yes bed linen and towels are included and will be available on your arrival.

• When can we arrive at the cottages?

  The cottages are available from 2.00pm.

• When do we have to leave the cottages?

  The cottages need to be vacated by 10.00am on day of departure.  Please ensure you turn off lights and lock the doors.

• Is fishing included in the price?

  No, fishing tickets need to be purchased separately, these are available to buy when you arrive, we offer either daily or weekly ticket options.

• What’s the maximum occupancy of the cottages?

  Both cottages sleep two people.

• Are dogs welcome?

  Dogs are welcome in both cottages, with a maximum of two dogs per cottage. We ask that dogs remain off the furniture.

• Are there a minimum number of nights for a short break?

  Yes there is a minimum of two nights stay for our short breaks.

Camping/Caravanning FAQ

• Is electric included in the pitch fees?

  Electric needs to be purchased using meter cards which are available from the main house for either £1.00 or £5.00.

• Can we have day visitors? Where can they park?

  Day visitors are welcome to Legge Farm; their cars must be left in the car park and not on the grass.

• Where are the conditions of caravanning/camping at Legge Farm?

  Conditions of camping/caravanning can be found on our tariff and conditions page .

Lodges

• Is bed linen included in the lodge?

  Bed linen and towels are all included and ready for use on your arrival.

• When can we arrive at the lodge?

  Lodges are available from 2.00pm on day of arrival.

• When do we have to leave the lodge by?

  Lodges need to be vacated by 10.00am on day of departure.  Please ensure you lock doors and turn off lights.

• Is fishing included in the price?

  No, fishing tickets need to be purchased separately, these are available to buy when you arrive, we offer either daily or weekly ticket options.

• What’s the maximum occupancy of the Lodges?

  The lodge sleeps up to four people.

• Are dogs welcome?

  Dogs are welcome in Woodpecker Lodge only, with a maximum of two dogs.  We ask that dogs remain off the furniture.

• Are there a minimum number of nights for a short break?

  Yes minimum number of two nights for a short break.

General FAQ

• Are dogs allowed?

  Dogs are welcome at Legge farm, we ask they remain on leads at all times and we operate a strict poop and scoop policy. Maximum of two dogs per accommodation.

• What is your fishing policy?

  We have an honesty policy, however you may be asked to produce your fishing ticket at any time. Please also read our conditions of fishing.

• What about responsibility?

  All anglers and their guests entering the fishery, do so at their own risk. The owners accept no responsibility for injury, loss or damage to persons or their property.

• Where is Legge farm?

   Legge Farm Coarse Fishery, Church Road, Highampton, Beaworthy, Devon EX21 5LF

  From A30 take junction 31 towards Bodmin, Okehampton.  Follow B3260 to Okehampton. Turn right on to Market Street, towards Hatherleigh.  At the roundabout take the second exit onto Market Street. At the end of the road, turn right onto Narratons Road. Take the first exit  at the roundabout onto A3072, towards Highampton. Turn right where signposted on to Church road. After approximately 1.5 miles we are on the right.