Rookery Waters
Tackle and Bates fishing shop interior
Onsite fishing shop

Tackle & Bates

Friendly advice, top quality live baits and all major brands. Run by Alex Bates, an experienced match angler.

About the shop

Everything you need for a day on the bank

Tackle & Bates offers friendly advice on all aspects of fishing, from beginners to experienced match anglers. We pride ourselves on having the freshest top quality live baits in the area, and are competitive on price.

Our staff are experienced anglers and can advise not just about the fishing at Rookery Waters but also local natural or commercial venues. We also host the "Tales from the Tackle Shop Podcast" available via the Pod Bean app or our YouTube channel, Fenland Fishing TV.

We accept all major credit and debit cards.

Opening Hours

  • Sunday7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Monday7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tackle and Bates shop shelves with all major brands
What we offer

More than just a tackle shop

Gift Vouchers

Gift vouchers available in multiples of £5. We can send them to your chosen address.

Mail Order

Professional mail order service with fast delivery and dispatch times. Call 01487 800120.

Pole Repair

We offer a professional, in-house pole repair service.

eBay Store

Browse our full online selection on eBay for delivery nationwide.

Expert Advice

Staff are experienced anglers and can advise on Rookery Waters and local venues.

All major brands stocked

Brands we stock

DrennanGuruPreston InnovationsMaverDaiwaFrenzeeGarbolinoRiveMatrixMiddyMAPHydraBrowningSensasSonu BaitE-S-PVan den EyndeDynamite BaitsAdvantage BaitsSpotted FinBolandRingersMainline MatchKorda