Yes

Think I'd be nervous of spawning if it's a warm spring but would be good if you avoid that scenario

I hope so I am going in April lol

Hell yeah

Yes we go in April often this year we are going 1st week 🎣

Defo

Yep

Not for me as spawning is unpredictable, end of September/October is the best time

Best time April

yes had plenty of trips in April 👍 but like anything you can get a boiling hot trip or a freezing cold one but normally its a good time for fish to be on the munch

💯💯💯

Yes

It can be banging if you catch the weather right but it’s a long winter then you’ll struggle !!

All depends on the area of France and the pond, some ponds spawn early in France some late, between April and june

Nope too early,

Excellent time, but end of April begging of May slightly bigger Full of spawn.

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If you’re worried about spawn, try looking for a venue that stocks triploid carp.

Before start spawning can be good

If the weather is right then it is a great time to go as they are coming out of the winter and feeding up but they can still be on the naturals, every lake is different but generally it can be a great time

Defo had best trip end March start April still my pb 😉

I had this beauty called big bell in April mate

Very popular month to go 👍🏻 we always sell all of our spaces for trips to France in April 🎣🇾🇪 Facebook.com/carphunterseurope

Nuddock Wood Lake & lodges

Wyreside

The haven holiday park at Burnham has 2 nice carp lakes. Or there's white acres.

For me century stealth graphenes and shimano tech mgs

The one that suits you 😉

A matter of opinion. No such thing as best

Richard Walker Mk1V rod paired with a 5 inch Trudex.

No one can really say as no one has used them all . I’m looking at Free spirit ctx range , possible the hi s if I can wait a bit longer . Paired up with shimano 14,000 big pits

There's no real awnser to that mate it what ever you feel comfortable using plus budget ect...

Don't they all do the same job at the end of the day surely alot of its paying for a name I'm sure some are made with better materials etc but pretty sure someone's probably caught a 40+ carp on a £20 rod at some point lol.

Choose the reel best suited for the fishing you intend to do then try it on loads of rods. I always thought rods were rods. But it's the balance when you hold it. Find the one and enjoy.

Impossible to answer. Each angling situation has different needs. And some anglers are so confused. I have lost count how many now use rods shorter than my todger, with big pit reels on them……lol!!!!!

Do some research I.e Angling Times , Anglers Mail , plenty of Carp Magazines out there to look at , then you have Ali Hamidi Angler and his site 'one more cast' to look at . Finally go into your local tackle shop explain to them where you fish where you go to etc and they will help. It is no good buying a Combo that will allow you to cast 2 miles in a pit that is so deep it has Russian Subs in it ( slight exaggeration but you get my drift ) if you dont go to places like that and never intend to. Good luck on your hunt , tight lines.

Im still useing Dawra pro carp 2/4 lb t.c with 6000 Shimano bait runners since 1983 if it not broke don't change it works for me.

Shimano tx2 rod 10ft with shimano ci4 5500

It all depends on which numpty is on the other end

Badger and ngt

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Not a million miles away but Rookery waters, you can park your caravan right by the speci lake , good size carp 20lb +, great tackle shop and cafe on site . By Huntingdon.. other side of Cambridge 👍

OAK LAKES FISHERIES SOUTHMINSTER Give kev a ring there. Lovely bloke

If you want to there is monk's lakes near Maidstone in Kent Park by your swim

Wyreside lakes, Lancaster contact Sally Hughes .

A1 pits

Bluebell, near Peterborough. Close ish but have 50’s.

Sumners ponds

Not sure about in Essex mate, I can't think of any I know but there will be a few a bit further afield, Norfolk way.

There are quite a few in Suffolk

I know billiricay angling have a membership atm for lakes in Essex area

Also kinglands fishery is turning into a syndicate soon on specimen lake I’ve been told

Hayes carp fisheries..chelmsford area

You tried the quarry ?

Boreham

Or fryerning?

Ingatestone

Crete lakes

All the good one are booked up for 2022 due to travel bans

Does travel included mean just ferry included in price or do you mean a coach/minibus to the lake instead of driving?

www.facebook.com/611129032739036/posts/1336011993584066/

www.facebook.com/search/top?q=carp%20hunters%20europe Get in touch with Wendy @ carphunters and she will be able to let you know what she has available at the venues they run trips to

Dreamlakes

LEGENDS OF LES QUIS

Flores carp experience 1st class mate been once going again in August 👍

Crystal waters

Sky lakes france 🇫🇷

Get a Ryan Air Flight to Limoges with your rig wallet and terminal bits box, we do airport collection/drop off as part of our All Inclusive option. Check out www.etangrouge.com

Flores carp experience

Thanks everyone I will have a good look as looking to book for 2023 before all gets booked up lee Leigh Baren have alook at a few of these

Have a look at Monsieur lees They got a page on Facebook and private page on Google Lake looks a apsolute peach Plenty of big fish in there They pick up and drop off.

SkyLake fisheries we do pick up and drop off all inclusive from Dover

Cretelakes Travel and food included

There’s so many to go at in France, have a look at Etang de planchon , fantastic venue , accommodation on site , fantastic food , and massive carp , what more could you want 👍

Les quis

I'm going in april

Also Dreamlakes pick up in Dover going myself in may but spaces going quick

Monster carp tours

Old Mill Fishery, France

Gary Norton is your man.!

Dreamlakes

Cherpont or create lake's

Stuart Martin check out Forest Lake Carp Fishing

Hi Stuart give us a look at Pegasus Lakes We’ve had a few first time lads last year and they have re-booked www.facebook.com/groups/483562412252669/

Hi look at Lac de Missy. Carp up to 50lb. Only just over two hours from Calais. If you want any further info pm me or look at #carpfishinglakeinfrance

Hi mate have a look at ours. Not a had lake to fish only 2.5 acres and plenty of fish in here. m.facebook.com/willowlakefr www.willowlakefrance.co.uk

Etang max carp lakes, no one has ever blanked, www.carpfishingfr.co.uk, if you’re going to the big one in farnborough or northern angling show come check us out

Rendezvous lakes, perfect for this.

Old Mill fishery cheap as chips .rent all your tackle pick up n drop off at airport .Well recommended food is pukka too

Keith Moors

Lac Claudette Get in touch with Andrew Holland he'll take care of you 👌

Lillypool and lillybelle lakes on angling lines. 👍

Valleelakes. Highly recommended

Cretelakes Carp Fishing In France 👍👍

Try rushes lake, easy to get to and great for plenty of runs

Create lakes do an all inclusive deal.

Hi Stuart Why not check out www.oldmillfishery.com, a fantastic and exciting venue with some cracking carp up to 62lbs. Our general prices are as follows: Drive / Fly & survive: £220.00 Food package: £120.00 Full Tackle Hire: £70.00 All prices above are per person, per week. Return Airport Transfer: from €100.00 (up to 4 anglers) We also supply our own bait. We have 2 lakes, both can be booked exclusively: Lake 1 is 12.5 acres with 8 swims, 210 carp. Lake 2 is 9 acres with 4 swims and 190 carp. We have had some fantastic carp out on both lakes including some proper lumps 🎣 Please check out our Facebook page, Old Mill Fishery, France, and website but happy to answer any questions you have.

Pick you up from Dover. I'm book there 1st October if you should like someone to go with ?. Just book the same week if available. I'm going on my own

Bloody phone changed my words lol .but gon get the drift haha

Bounty Lakes

Lillypool on Angling lines. Talk to Richard Lillypool he will give you all info you need. Great owner/bailiff and fantastic fishing

Dream lakes was mine 1st. Trip

Le Bletier. We did our first French trip last year. 3 acres. We went in October and smashed PB’s quite a few times. Plenty of upper 20’s, 30’s and 40’s. There is also a gite you can use as well. Paul the owner is fab. www.anglinglines.com/venue/Bletiere

Chase Lakes

You want a well run fishery, with a big focus on looking after the guests to provide a great weeks fishing and a French carp fishing experience. Check out www.etangrouge.com & give me a shout with any questions

Dreamlakes great lakes 5 to choose from big fish in all lakes up to 80lb picked up from Chelmsford or Dover breakfast and dinner included great bailifs great food all u can ask for

Abbey lakes frog lake mate. Won't have a better week 💯

Blue bell complex..... I think linear does too

Linear does but kept on a leed is must

www.facebook.com/goldenoakfishing/

Barnstone fishery.com Nottingham.

www.bountylemans.com

As bait ?

Pete Burke Pegasus Lakes in France 🇫🇷

White springs

www.thebumblesfisheries.com

Feel free to have a look at our complex Mark… only 2.5 hours from Calais and we’ll behaved dogs are fine Lac Soupir - Fishing in France

Mark Hall Take a look at Forest Lake Carp Fishing

Champagne Carping, Les Lacs du Verger French Fishery Obviously the Dog/s must be kept under control at all times.

Le Bel Etang de Puyrigaud

www.facebook.com/goldenoakfishing/

Dogs welcome at ours mate. m.facebook.com/willowlakefr www.willowlakefrance.co.uk

Pleasurelakefrance.co.uk

Le Queroy Luxury Fishing Holidays

White ackers

Le valdore

Lac Rose

www.brookesmere.com

www.bigcarptours.co.uk

Most of the pubs in Yarmouth

www.chestnutlakefrance.com

Embryo Angling - Norton Disney have a big house they rent

Hi you we probably fit the bill www.carpfishingfr.co.uk

Nuddock Wood lakes I think it's called cabins on your peg

Nuddock Wood Lake & lodges

Luxury fishing cabin at hams Hall fishery

Nuddock wood lodges

Hamshall fisheries

Thanks for the help people I didn’t see any of these when looking online they all look like nice places all definitely worth a booking at some point in the future but for now I’m thinking hams hall for my bday as it’s not far from me . Who’s fished it what’s it like ? Ashley Stanfield , Anita Imlack

Chester lakes

The Lake House at Langford Court Our property is unique in that you have complete and utter solitude among 300 acres of glorious Devon countryside. Only our guests are entitled to fish our lakes and explore our estate. We have over 5 km of nature trails following our conservation corridor, where deer, barn owls, and all variety of wildlife thrive. Quick five minute walk to gorgeous village outdoor swimming pool and 5* pub. www.langfordcourtsouth.com Sleeps 4, with full kitchen and bath with shower and soaking tub. Panoramic water views from every window. Fire pit and dining table for summer nights out, wood burner and central heating for cosy nights in.

Nuddock wood

Paul Bates

Barston lakes

Trent View Carp Fishery Group might be able to sort something for you pal. Lovely place full of fish

Oldmilllakes.com Oak lake

Bit further than an hour from Stafford but wold farm is amazing Dax Miller is the owner and a top bloke I’m sure apart from the distance this would be an ideal venue

Thank you for all the comments, for anyone who wants to I have now set up the just giving page link will be below. Just trying to sort the dates and venue now.

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Diawa carp match floater 💯

£38

I think the two images ive posted make a great combo for commercials on a budget.

I have one of these they are great for the price

Sonik vader 10 ft rod and matching reel

Preston all the way

Korum glade

Go big

Have a look at Ringwood their are loads of lakes. Broadland lake is good for a fish. Best of luck

Stay away from broadband what horrible people running it . They are ignorant Nd so ingelpfull . Me and my m8s would never fish there again

Linbrook, headlands, whinwhistle, hordle

Hordle, broadlands, Longbridge

Hordle, broadlands, FLE, orchard lakes, whinwhistle loads around mate

Check out Christchurch angling club they do day tickets

Hordle is nice a few 30s in the specimen lake. Whinwhistle is good with a well stocked bait and tackle shops. Broadlands is pretty but I've found it to be a tough lake 6 of us on a social 1 bite 24 hrs

Try orchard lake you can park behind your swim for ease. Not a runs water but they have some nice fish to over 30lb

Check out the parker brothers on you tube they fished jimmys lake recently

Blashford lakes, cadenham, Longbridge lake you really are spoilt for choice, witherington farm waldens lake

Leyland Mill Fishery

Johnsland group fishery

Nuddock Wood Lake & lodges

Mill Lodge Retreat, Brentwood in Essex.

Lodge on the lake Cardiff

Old Mill Lakes

Hamshall fishery

Mill lodge retreat, the best by far

Westmoor fisheries

Old mill lakes

Oldmilllakes.com Alder lake

Nuddock wood

I'm in the Midlands, Lychgate Cabin Lake still a few weekends available until October.

Nuddock wood ran by Rich Anderson 💯, mega place, rich is a top bloke aswell

Bron Eifion Fishing Lakes & Lodges

Old Mill Lakes - Alder Lake

Nuddock Wood amazing place

Lynch Gate

Whelford pools

The Lake House at Langford Court Our property is unique in that you have complete and utter solitude among 300 acres of glorious Devon countryside. Only our guests are entitled to fish our lakes and explore our estate. We have over 5 km of nature trails following our conservation corridor, where deer, barn owls, and all variety of wildlife thrive. Quick five minute walk to gorgeous village outdoor swimming pool and 5* pub. www.langfordcourtsouth.com Sleeps 4, with full kitchen and bath with shower and soaking tub. Panoramic water views from every window. Fire pit and dining table for summer nights out, wood burner and central heating for cosy nights in.

Old mill lakes alder lake

Nuddock wood lodges

Cherry Lakes

I use scolded 3mm pellet with a liquid flavour great results

Vitalin original nothing better add hot water

Get some tiger nut boilies grind then up some fine an just crumble some other bits in like sweet corn an to top it of with some stinky fish oil to attract the fish then use an 8m hook link with a little florescent pop up boilie on with some juice oils

Well first of all you need to choose your feeder I personally recommend the hyebread from guru you can get away with your ground bait mix even if it's a little dry or too wet I find it so hard to get the mix right but like I say with this feeder alot easier

shame not a office at home job

Gonna be a cold one!

if you break the speed limit you could make my lakes in four hours lol

Blue Lake or Lepinet north/south

Etang Negreloube

Lac de passion/ le viver on the same complex 2.5 hrs from calais supermarkets 5 mins from the lakes with fuel filling station at inter marche

Cretelakes Carp Fishing In France

Island lake France

Pascale lakes at domain de goncourt 3.5 hrs from calais

Etang negreloube it’s amazing food package is also amazing

domainedegoncourt.com/

Champagne Carping, Les Lacs du Verger French Fishery

Lac Claudette Not sure of the 60 but a little unknown gem of a lake, so if it's catching the unknown you like could be worth a look. Drop Andrew Holland a message he'll look after you !

Lake Bossard

Island lake Mar peche Laby Farm lake Trois

Lac desire.

lac val dore

Dreamlakes, 3 1/2 hours

Moulicent trust me

Www.etangnegreloube.com 💯✅🎣🎣

www.brookesmere

Lac Rose

Lake juvana

Jonchery

Jonchery#7 & 8

If you are willing to travel just a little bit further, Etang du Planchon, www.etangduplanchon.com. The venue is 25 minutes from Limoges airport so flying is also an option, we offer airport transfers, drive and survive, all inclusive, equipment hire and meal options, also 2 fully furnished gîtes on the complex if you want the added luxury. www.etangduplanchon.com

Etang Negreloube bit over 4 hrs but worth every minute of the drive. Stacks of big carp!! 🔥🎣🔥🎣

Tomo Walker

Barbless hooks 42inch net mat or cradle safezone leaders to protect the fish that’s about it mate

Is night fishing back on

There are some not to far away but not actually in wellington not fishable ones anyhow

You need to head about 10 miles either direction to find a lake from wellington

Pavyotts mill carp fishery Yeovil 👌big carp up to 50lb

Is Pavvy not bloody expensive though was like 500 for a week two anglers

Follyfoot

This may sound silly. But the haven holiday park at Burnham has 2 carp lakes . They do day tickets on them . Think the carp go up to around the 35lb Mark. Iv had fish to 28 there. So worth a look .

Fishes well past the railway bridge

no idea but france try www.brookesmere.com

Try Mousehole seven oaks kent. 4 can fish 1 lake exclusively or all in a row on larger lake, they have a good food package and bailiffs are knowledgable and friendly

Try Creedence fishery in Essex mate, it’s blinding and the owner is a top geezer.

Mill lodge retreat. The best around by far

Kube Lakes oak tree lake 4 swims lake hire available

Churchwood Fisheries / Steven Sands