Big Lake

Big Lake

The 10 acre Big Lake is home to 400+ head of common and mirror carp up to 32lb with plenty of 20lb+ fish cruising around, making it a popular venue with carpers and night anglers all year round. The head of 30’s is 6 at the right time of year. Depths vary from 4 – 8ft, including gravel bars.

The Big Lake is home to a lovely fully scaled mirror named “The Princess” at 30lb 2oz. The Big Lake also has tremendous winter form, a great venue to still be with a chance of a fish or three even in the colder months. With 28 purpose built bark-chipped swims, some of which are are big enough to accommodate multiple bivies which are ideal for socials. We have also created steps down in certain swims for when the water level is down which aids safer landing of fish for both angler and fish alike.

Lake Stock

Common Carp - 15lb to 32lb
Mirror Carp - 15lb to 33lb
Pike - 2lb to 10lb
Roach - 0lb to 4lb

Prices

Session Type1 Rod2 Rods3 Rods

24hr Ticket 10am Start

N/A

£25

£30

24hr Ticket 10am Start + Non Angler

N/A

£35

£40

24hr Ticket 4pm Start

N/A

£25

£30

Lake Exclusive Per 24 Hrs

N/A

N/A

£1000

24hr Ticket 4pm Start + Non Angler

N/A

£35

£40

7 Day Ticket

N/A

£175

£175

Non Angling Guest

£10

N/A

N/A

Fishing Tips

Coming soon!

Lake Rules

General Rules (All Lakes)
  • Dogs are allowed on site but must be kept on a lead at all times and any mess must be cleaned up fully and straight away.
  • All roadways to be kept clear for access
  • No cycling on the fishery
  • Please use toilets at reception and nowhere else
  • You must not enter the complex without a valid ticket, everyone must report to reception upon arrival.
  • 2 rod limit
  • Only 1 guest per angler and all guests must purchase a valid ticket.
  • No keepnets (except on matches supplied by fishery)
  • Minimum 4” hooklink
  • No floating baits (bait must be a minimum 12”below surface)
  • Plastic baits can be used.
  • No dog or cat food
  • Carp care must always be carried.
  • No tackle to be left unattended.
  • We no longer supply nets, mats or weigh slings for the Big Lake. You must now use your own which need to be shown when purchasing your ticket. They must be of adequate size and enough padding for 30lb plus fish. If staff deem it not adequate then you will be asked to hire one at a cost of £10.
  • All day ticket anglers on the stock pond, small, middle lake and Big Lake must be in possession of a net and unhooking mat. All equipment must be brought to reception so we can check they are DRY before issuing a ticket (currently need to be dipped).
  • Boilies can be used on the Big Lake (no limit) also can be used on Middle Lake (1kg limit)
  • Boilie are not to be used as feed on the small Lake, Boilies can be used as hookbait.
  • Please handle the fish with care and return them to the water immediately
  • Do not hold the fish in towels, this causes damage to the fish
  • Do not stand whilst holding fish
  • Please respect the fish
  • You must be in possession of a valid E.A. rod licence before fishing
  • Under 18’s are allowed to fish the Big Lake overnight but MUST be accompanied by someone over the age of 18
  • Please take all of all your rubbish home with you (ANYONE FOUND LITTERING WILL RECIEVE A LIFETIME BAN)
  • No one under the age of 12 yrs can be on the complex, unless accompanied by an adult (18 +) at all times
  • 12 to 15 yr olds have to be checked in at reception by an adult, leaving their contact details in case of any problems.
  • All unused  bait must be taken away with you.
Tackle Requirements (Big Lake)
  • Barblesss hooks only.
  • No floating baits.
  • No floating poles.
  • No bait boats.
  • No leaders of any kind apart from Spod and Marker rods.
  • 42″ nets only.
  • No fixed rigs (lead clips are fine).
  • No one under the age of 18 permitted on the big lake without being accompanied by an adult.
  • No tents allowed, Bivvy’s only.
  • No baited rods to be left in the water unattended.
  • Besides the above N.F.A. rules apply.
  • ALL NETS, MATS AND RETAINERS MUST BE DIPPED IN THE DIP TANK.
Bait Rules (Big Lake)
  • Boilies can be used on the Big Lake (no limit)