Fishing rods at the ready
Fishing is a great way to relax and wind down after a hard week at work.
Lets get your trip organised by hiring a van from Easihire Wigan for your fishing trip.
✅Why Easihire Wigan a good choice for your fishing trip
- Here at Easihire Wigan we offer a variety of vans — from small city vans to larger Transit/Transporters, Luton vans, and 4×4 pickups — we have a range that’s likely to suit a fishing trip with equipment. EasiHire+2EasiHire+2
- Our depot is at 44 Queen Street, Wigan WN3 4HX.
- We are open the following hours: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm; Sat 8am–2pm; Sun 9am–12pm.
- Contact phone: 01942 778899 — you can call to check availability and ask for a van suitable for “3 people + equipment space.”
🚐 What kind of van to ask for — good for 3 people + fishing gear
From their fleet list for hire, these look like viable choices for your needs:
- A Transit / Transporter or similar medium-sized van — an all-rounder vans, which should give good storage space while still being manageable for driving. EasiHire+1
- Most of our vans have 3 front seats (driver + 2), which fits your “3 people” requirement (assuming only 1 or 2 drive).
- The load-space specs given for one of their small/medium vans (e.g. a Peugeot Partner / Vauxhall Combo) are: load length ~ 1740 mm, load width ~ 1460 mm, and between-wheel-arches width ~ 1200 mm.
- If you need even more space (e.g. rods, tackle boxes, maybe even a cool box or BBQ), you could ask whether a long-wheel-base Transit / larger van / Luton or Transporter-type is available.
🎯 My suggestion for your fishing trip
We recommend a Transit / Transporter (or similar medium-sized van) with 3 seats. That gives a good balance — with enough cabin space for 3 people and enough load-space without driving something too large or awkward.
If you expect to bring a lot of gear (rods, crates, maybe a small cooler), mention that when booking — and maybe request roof bars or a larger van if needed.
Seighford Lakes
- A complex of five pools offering a mix: trout/wildlife, coarse fishing, and carp, depending on which pool you are at.
- For carp fans: some pools reportedly hold carp up to 40+ lb.
- Good if some in your group prefer a more varied fishing experience or if you want flexibility depending on mood/weather.
Biddulph Grange Country Park (The Lake)
- If you prefer a more mellow, scenic fishing experience — this country-park lake offers fishing by day ticket. Wikipedia+1
- The lake contains carp, crucian carp, roach, perch, tench — good for a casual day out. Wikipedia
- Ideal if you like a mix of walking, nature, and fishing — a less intense day rather than a dedicated big-carp session. Wikipedia+1
✅ What to keep in mind (especially if coming by van from Wigan)
- Most of these fisheries work on day-tickets (or 24 hr tickets) — check in advance for booking policies.
- You’ll need a valid fishing licence (e.g. through the environment agency) to fish legally.
- If you bring 3 people + gear (rods, crates, etc.), using a van — as you planned — really helps, especially for venues with less room.
- Consider fishery-specific rules: some pools restrict number of rods and some restrict overnight stays.
- Some may have special requirements (bait, landing nets, health & safety).
📞 What to do now / what to check when you call
Call Easihire Wigan on (01942 778899), mention:
- You need 3 seats (for 3 people).
- Space in the back for fishing tackle, rods, maybe cool boxes or crates.
- You’re travelling from Wigan to Staffordshire — ask if there are any restrictions or additional charges for longer-distance travel.
- Whether they have roof-bars or tow-bars (in case you want to carry extra gear externally) — Easihire mention tow bars/roof bars if you inform them in advance.
- What fuel policy, excess, and ID requirements are (full UK licence, proofs of address, proper driving history, etc.). EasiHire